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Copper Association Launches Web Page on Copper Tube for Fuel Gas Distribution
February 1, 1999
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NEW YORK — The Copper Development Association
has developed a new Web page on the use of copper tubing for fuel
gas distribution. The page entitled: "Copper: It's a Natural for
Fuel Gas," is aimed at industry
professionals and includes information on system design, tube sizing
and fittings specifications, and recommended installation methods.
"The new page has much information of interest to installers, builders,
gas utility personnel and code officials," says Andrew G. Kireta, Sr.,
CDA's vice president for pipe, tube and fittings. It includes sections
on the use of copper tubing for elevated- and low-pressure systems, available
commercial tubing sizes, and details about inspection and testing procedures.
Numerous tables and diagrams accompany the text information and offer a
comprehensive technical reference.
"Copper is ideal for both natural and LP gas distribution," Kireta says. "It's
flexible, which makes it quick and easy to install, particularly in confined
spaces. It's durable so it resists corrosion and metal fatigue. And its
dependable, leak-free joining systems ensure reliability and peace of mind."
Copper is also the most cost-effective material for residential gas distribution.
Installed costs are much lower than those for either rigid black pipe or
corrugated stainless steel. The new Web page includes details on numerous
publications and design tools enabling contractors to easily design copper
fuel gas systems.
"We have provided links to gas industry Web sites which are on the cutting
edge of technology in this field," Kireta says. "We want visitors to our
site to have access to the latest data about fuel gas distribution so they
can be equipped to make informed decisions about system design and installation."
In addition to the new Web page, CDA offers training seminars and field
support on copper tubing for fuel gas distribution; course descriptions
are listed on the site. There is also a section on copper gas news that
currently highlights information from the 1999 National Association of
Home Builders Show.
The new copper fuel distribution Web page will be updated frequently with
the latest industry information and upcoming events. For more information
on the fuel gas page, "Copper: It's a Natural for Fuel Gas," contact the
Copper Development Association at 888-427-2411, or visit our Fuelgas section.
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