Carbon Steel Pipe Fittings Shipment to the UK Market
Haihao Group has recently completed the delivery of a comprehensive batch of carbon steel pipe fittings to a customer in the United Kingdom, covering a wide range of sizes, configurations, and international standards. The shipment includes elbows, reducers, tees, and pipe caps manufactured to both ASME B16.9 and BS EN 10253-2 specifications, meeting diverse installation and service requirements.
ASME B16.9 carbon steel pipe fittings shipment
Product Scope and Standards
The supplied fittings include:
- 45° and 90° long radius elbows
- 90° short radius elbows
- Concentric and eccentric reducers
- Equal and reducing tees
- Pipe caps
Sizes range from small bore fittings (1 1/4″) to large diameter fittings up to 28 inches, with wall thicknesses including STD/WT, SCH 20, and custom thicknesses per EN standards.
Two major standards were applied in this shipment:
- ASME B16.9 for carbon steel fittings in ASTM A234 Grade WPB
- BS EN 10253-2 for pressure purposes fittings in P265GH
This combination ensures compatibility with both international and UK/European piping systems.
Materials and Surface Treatment
The fittings were manufactured using proven materials widely accepted in the UK market:
- ASTM A234 Grade WPB carbon steel
- EN P265GH pressure vessel steel
To suit different site requirements, surface treatments included:
- Black painted finish for ASME B16.9 fittings
- Anti-rust oil coating for EN 10253-2 fittings
All products were delivered with clean bevels, smooth surfaces, and controlled dimensional tolerances.
BS EN 10253-2 P265GH concentric reducers and eccentric reducers manufactured by Haihao Group
Manufacturing and Quality Control
Haihao Group applied strict quality management throughout production and inspection:
- Dimensional control in accordance with ASME B16.9 and BS EN 10253-2
- Verified outer diameter and wall thickness
- Standardized bevel angles and burr-free edges
- Material traceability and inspection documentation
- Compliance with customer technical notes and acceptance criteria
These measures ensure that the supplied carbon steel elbows, reducers, tees, and caps are ready for safe and efficient installation.
Typical Applications in the UK Market
This batch of carbon steel pipe fittings for UK projects is suitable for:
- Oil and gas transmission pipelines
- Industrial process piping
- Utility and energy infrastructure
- General pressure piping systems
The use of ASTM A234 WPB and EN P265GH fittings provides a balance of strength, weldability, and cost efficiency.
Reliable Supplier of Carbon Steel Pipe Fittings
With extensive export experience to Europe, Haihao Group continues to support UK customers with ASME and EN standard pipe fittings, offering flexible production, stable quality, and professional technical support.