Why Cast Iron?
Cast iron soil pipe and fittings have long been the go-to for drain, waste and vent plumbing systems throughout the world. But a strong past doesn’t automatically guarantee a solid future. That’s why cast iron producers continually innovate, finding new and better ways to manufacture and install cast iron. Sure, plastic meets minimum construction standards in some cases, but is the minimum really your bar? What meets code and what represents the best solution for high performance commercial buildings are two very different things. Choosing cast iron is smart, safe and comes with a more attractive total cost than you may think. Before allowing a job to be converted to PVC or ABS, consider these five areas that can add cost and complexity: