EN877 Cast Iron Pipe Materials Pipes and fittings are manufactured in grey cast iron which exceeds the requirements of BS EN
1561 Grade EN-JL 1020, ISO 185 Grade 15.
All push fit sockets are supplied with EPDM rubber sealing rings which are suitable for most
applications but where aggressive waste liquids are to be discharged please check with our technical
department as to their suitability.
Pipes and fittings are factory coated with a two pack gloss paint finish, suitable for internal and
external installations. All the pipes also have a yellow ochre two pack epoxy internal coating.
Benefits of Cast Iron
Cast iron is particularly well suited for all drainage systems as it offers many benefits, both for
above and below ground installation, which include:
Strength and durability - cast iron pipes are highly resistant to distortion caused by accident
or vandalism.
Long life - when correctly installed cast iron drainage systems will last the life of the building,
whether domestic, public, industrial or commercial.
Low maintenance - cast iron requires little ongoing maintenance, annual inspections are
recommended but remedial action is rarely required.
Design Capability - cast iron can meet the needs of restoration, refurbishment, conservation and
heritage work as well as new, bespoke and unique designs.
Sustainability - in addition to lasting the life of a building and requiring minimal maintenance, cast
iron is also 100% recyclable and can therefore be used again after the building has gone.
Cost effective - owing to its longevity, durability and low maintenance, coupled with its fire
resistance and low noise operation, the cost benefits of cast iron are significant.
Fire resistance and Safety - The melting point of cast iron is considerably higher than PVCu or PE
and in the event of a fire will not emit toxic fumes or drop burning globules of material from one
compartment to another.
