Introduction to G.I Pipes

1. Introduction to G.I Pipes Steel pipes that are dipped in a protective zinc coat for enhanced life is called Galvanized Pipes (G.I Pipes). In this blog post, Tube Trading Co – a dealer, supplier and distributor of G.I Pipes compiles a brief understanding about G.I Pipes. G.I pipes were very popularly used before the 1960s in household purposes and fittings. The color of G.I pipes is like nickel. Magnets do stick to G.I Pipes. Testing pipe with magnet to check if it’s a G.I Pipe is very common. The primary process of manufacturing galvanized pipes is hot dip galvanization where steel is placed in a molten bath of zinc. As steel and zinc are chemically bound, they do not disintegrate in the process of hot dip galvanization. Hot dip galvanization increases resistance of G.I pipes. For the circular shape, G.I pipes go through several rounds of fin rolls. Slit ends of G.I pipes are welded by passing high frequency electricity across edges. For dimensional deviations, G.I pipes are passed through sizing sections. Thereafter, the G.I Pipes are cut into different sizes in an auto cutting machine. This blog post ‘Introduction to G.I Pipes’ is compiled by Tube Trading Co who who is a well- known name among traders of G.I Pipes in India. The primary use of G.I Pipes is distribution of raw or treated water. G.I Pipes are light weight, affordable and easy to maintain. Popular use of G.I Pipes is found in the following industries: Sewage pipes • Plant piping • Electrical industry • Industrial water lines • Agriculture and irrigation • Galvanized steel fencings • Road Barriers • Plant Piping • Steel Gates & Windows •

2. Road side railings • Structural and fabrication work • Water Pipelines • Oil Pipe Lines • Structural industry • Engineering industry • Automotive industry • Oil and gas industry • Crude oil piping • For more information about G.I pipes feel free to connect with Tube Trading Co – a manufacturer of M.S pipes who also offers boiler tubes, MS angle, MS steel, MS pipe, MS square, seamless pipes, stainless steel pipes, spiral welded pipes, SS large diameter pipes, IBR pipes, IBR fittings and flanges, ERW pipes and MSERW pipes.