DUCTILE IRON PIPE AND FITTINGS
TRANSPORT, LOADING, UNLOADING and STORAGE METHODS 1-
TRANSPORT
Pipes
Medium and large diameter pipes are transported alone.
Small diameter pipes are transported in bales.
Fittings
Large diameter attachments are transported alone.
Small diameter fittings are transported by crate.
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A. GENERAL WARNINGS
a. Lifting
(1) Use of wire rope or polyester slings
Ensure that the weight of the pipe or fittings is
evenly distributed to prevent the wire rope or
polyester sling from slipping.
Pipes
When using steel wire ropes on pipes, use a
cushion to prevent damage to the pipe surface.
Do not lift the pipe with a single rope. The angle
between the two ropes carrying the pipe should
not exceed 60˚.
When placing the pipes on the planks, ensure
that each end of the pipe is approximately one
meter outside the planks. Make sure that there is
equal spacing between the pipes.
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Fittings:
Use polyester slings. To prevent sudden abrasion
on the polyester sling, use rubberized parts. For
flat parts, use rubberized hooks.
Pallets and crates:
Lift the pallet or crate from the bottom by placing
the steel ropes so that they pass through the
marked places.
(2) Hook Usage
Take care not to damage the pipe when using
the hook. Cover the hook with rubber material.
Make sure that the pointed end of the hook
does not damage the pipe.
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b. Placement
Place the pipes that will be underneath slowly on
the planks to avoid sudden impacts.
Always protect the pipes against slipping and
falling with bumpers.
If you are stacking pipes in more than two rows in
the upward direction (like pyramid stacking),
support all pipes in the bottom row with bumpers
and secure the bumpers at the ends with staples.
Ensure that the two ends are approximately 1 meter each outside the planks. Take care to leave equal
spacing between the pipes.
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B. SAFETY WARNINGS
Wear a helmet, gloves and safety shoes for
safety.
Periodically inspect steel ropes and polyester
slings and replace damaged ones. Consider the
weight limits of ropes and similar equipment.
Never stand under a raised pipe.
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When moving the pipe, m a k e sure that it
does not hit hard objects. Rough use of the crane
may cause the pipe to slip. If the rope is twisted,
the pipe may rotate.
When using the forklift, c o n s i d e r the
length of the pipe.
If you use planks during packing, always use
wedges to prevent the pipes from rolling.
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2. LOADING AND UNLOADING
A. UNLOADING THE SHIP
On deck In the warehouse
Use rubber coated hooks for lifting pipes.
When removing a pipe from a stack, avoid
movements that may affect other pipes. Use
cushioning (mat etc.) for the pipes underneath.
When picking up a pipe from the front or back
of the stack, first slide the pipe slowly and
carefully, then lift it up.
Stay away from the pipe while it is being
transported. Never stand under a lifted load.
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B. LOADING ON TRUCK OR TRAILER
Place two or more planks on the floor.
Place the pipes on the planks and make sure to
protect them with wedges.
If you install more than one row of pipes, change
the direction of the pipe in each row.
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Loading on a trailer:
• Place the pipes in the bottom row with their muffled ends facing each other.
• Place wooden wedges between these pipes facing each other to prevent longitudinal movement.
Securing the pipes:
Place a protective cushion between the steel ropes
and the pipe.
Carefully secure all pipes using wire rope
and/or spandex. Check to make sure that all
pipes are secured.
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C. UNLOADING THE TRUCK OR TRAILER
Check that all wedges are in place before releasing
the wire ropes.
Untie the ropes.
Pick up the pipes evenly from both sides so as
not to destabilize the vehicle.
Never throw pipes out of the truck or trailer.
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3. ARRANGEMENT OF M A T E R I A L S IN THE WAREHOUSE AREA
A. PREPARATIONS
Remove defects in the ground and level
the ground. Use a grader and road roller if
necessary.
Place the planks in the areas where the pipes will
be stacked.
Place the pipes on the planks and secure them
with wedges.
If more than one row is to be made, make sure that
the wide ends are between the narrow ends and vice
versa.
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B. STACKING METHODS
(a) Quadrilateral Stacking
The pipes are placed in each row
perpendicular to the pipes in the previous
row.
(b) Pyramid Stacking
The number of pipes in each row decreases
as you move upwards. In pyramid stacking,
the bottom row is fixed with wedges and the
wedges at both ends are fixed by stapling.
(c) Stacking in Bundles
For stacking it is recommended to stack 2 or 3
bundles. There is no need for planks for the
bundles because the skids are connected
from the bottom.
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(d) Placement of Attachments
Place the fittings on the two planks.
(e) Placement of Pallets
Place the pallets on a flat surface.
(f) Placement of Safes
Place the crates on a flat surface. Store
the crates in a cool, dry place out of
direct sunlight.
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