AMERICAN Videos

  1. AMERICAN Experts Discuss Aging Water Infrastructure 12/15/2014

    Out of sight, the country’s underground water infrastructure is aging and failing. In this interview, AMERICAN’s Derek Scott and Maury Gaston discuss the problem, challenges facing cities, and the latest technologies for providing and protecting one of our most precious resources — water.

  2. Installation Of 14-48 Flex-Ring Joint Pipe 7/26/2011

    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.

  3. 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.

  4. Ductile Vs. Gray Iron 11/30/2012

    The selection of materials for engineered products is a key decision. It impacts the manufacturer, installation, reliability and long-term costs of water works systems. Two materials with a long history of service in the water works industry are ductile and gray iron. AMERICAN answers your questions about each in this video.

  5. 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.

  6. Fastite Joint Pipe With Fast-Grip Gasket Video Overview 2/27/2015

    The AMERICAN Fastite joint is a flexible, rubber ring compression-type joint used extensively in underground service for water, sewage or other liquids. It has the proven long-life and high-strength qualities inherent in joints produced in accordance with AWWA C111 and pipe produced centrifugally in accordance with AWWA C151.

  7. 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.

  8. Series 2500 Flex-Ring Gate Valve Video 9/10/2013

    The Series 2500 Flex-Ring Gate Valve design incorporates many exclusive design features.

  9. 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.

  10. Hydrant: Introduction To The Captivater Locking Fire Hydrant Cap 11/30/2012

    The Captivater helps prevent unauthorized hydrant use, reduces water theft, reduces hydrant vandalism, and lowers operation costs. Its universal design fits EVERY hydrant from EVERY manufacturer, regardless of year or model. Watch this video to learn more.