AMERICAN Videos

1. American Ductile Iron Plant Tour 2021 6/7/2021

   AMERICAN’s ductile iron pipe in diameters from 4 to 64 inches is proudly made at our company’s headquarters in Birmingham, Alabama. Since 1905, we’ve been making products essential to our nation’s water infrastructure and in turn, our nation’s public health and safety. In this video, a tour of our Ductile Iron Pipe manufacturing facility, we take a look inside to see how it’s made. From a source of recycled iron and steel, through high-tech quality control, to fuel-efficient shipment by rail to 11 logistics centers across the country, AMERICAN Ductile Iron Pipe has been sustainable long before sustainable was cool. This 5:11 video shows how.

2. The Benefits Of Ductile Iron Pipe 9/12/2014

   V-Bio Polyethylene Encasement is the latest scientific advancement in corrosion control for ductile iron pipe.  In this interview with Water Online, Maury Gaston of American Ductile Iron Pipe and American SpiralWeld Pipe talks about the many benefits of iron pipe and the company’s improved polyethylene encasement, including how its revolutionary formulation allows for complete confidence on the part of the owner, engineer and municipality that no matter how aggressive the soils, the rugged iron pipe installed will last for generations. 

3. Hydrant: 5 1/4" American-Darling B-84-B-5 Overview 11/30/2012

   The American−Darling B−84−B−5 hydrant is rated at 250 psig and is seat tested at 500 psig. This hydrant meets or exceeds all requirements of AWWA C502 for dry-barrel hydrants. The all-bronze seat and bronze drain ring assure that the B−84−B−5 hydrant is easily repaired by just one person. The epoxy-primed and polyurethane top-coat system on the external surfaces on the upper barrel of the AMERICAN B-84-B-5 fire hydrant provides a durable, high-gloss finish that, under normal conditions, should continue to look good for years without repainting. Watch this video to learn more.

4. Maury Gaston Reflects On Retirement And Future Challenges At ACE 2024 8/2/2024

   At ACE 2024, Maury Gaston of American Cast Iron Pipe reflected on his retirement and discussed his role in the Water 2050 Program, highlighting his career’s focus on addressing future water industry challenges and promoting sustainable practices.

5. Hydrant: 5 1/4" Waterous Pacer Overview 11/30/2012

   The AMERICAN Waterous Pacer is rated for 250 psig and meets or exceeds all of the requirements of AWWA C502. Ductile iron construction assures strength and durability. The Pacer hydrant has all the features you expect from a high-quality fire hydrant. The all-bronze seat and bronze seat insert assure that the Pacer hydrant remains easy to repair. The epoxy primed and polyurethane top coat system on the external surfaces on the upper barrel of the Waterous Pacer fire hydrant provides a durable, high-gloss finish that, under normal conditions, should continue to look good for years without repainting. Watch this video to learn more.

6. A Look At AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe's Operations In Paris, Texas 12/7/2023

   Get an inside look at how we manufacture spiral-welded steel pipe in Paris, Texas.

7. AMERICAN Flow Control Expands Product Portfolio With Sequoia Hydrant 8/2/2024

   AMERICAN Flow Control announced the opening of its new Center for Innovative Excellence and the expansion of its product portfolio with the introduction of the Sequoia wet barrel hydrant.

8. AMERICAN Flex-Ring Joint Pipe 7/25/2011

   Combining the sealing features of the time-proven Fastite joint and a boltless restrained connection, AMERICAN Flex-Ring joint ductile iron pipe provides flexible, easily assembled, positive restraint against endwise separation due to thrust.

9. Hydrant: 5 1/4" Waterous Pacer Operation 11/30/2012

   The AMERICAN Waterous Pacer’s sleek and stylish design blends perfectly with today’s modern architecture.With many cities experiencing increased pressure to stretch their dollars, it is important to note that the Pacer hydrant can be maintained by just one person. The removal of four nuts and bolts allows access to all working parts. Watch this video to learn more.

10. Envisioning The Future Of Water In 2050 7/7/2023

    In this episode of Water Talk, Angela Godwin sits down with Maury Gaston from American Cast Iron Pipe Company to talk about what's new at American.