Pipe: A pipe is a tubular section or hollow cylinder, which may or may not be circular cross-section, it is used mainly to transport

substances which can flow such as liquids and gases (fluids), slurries, powders, masses of small solids. It can also be used for structural applications; hollow pipe is far stronger per unit weight than solid members. Where exactly the Pipes are used: -

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Water Supply system both domestic as well as Industrial Pipelines transporting gas or liquid over long distances Scaffolding Structural steel As components in mechanical systems such as: o Rollers in conveyor belts o Compactors (E.g.: steam rollers) o Bearing casing Casing for concrete pilings used in construction projects High temperature or pressure manufacturing processes The petroleum industry: o Oil well casing o Oil refinery equipment Delivery of fluids, either gaseous or liquid, in a process plant from one point to another point in the process Delivery of bulk solids, in a food or process plant from one point to another point in the process

Manufacturing Process: There are three processes for metallic pipe manufacturing. A) Ductile iron Pipes are made by Centrifugal casting of hot alloyed metal it is one of the most prominent process. B) Seamless (SMLS) pipes are formed by drawing a solid billet over a piercing rod to create the hollow shell. Seamless pipe withstands pressure better than other types, and is often more easily available than welded pipe. C) Welded Pipes (also Electric Resistance Welded ("ERW"), and Electric Fusion Welded ("EFW")) pipe is formed by rolling plate and welding the seam. The weld flash can be removed from the outside or inside surfaces using a scarfing blade. The weld zone can also be heat treated to make the seam less visible. Welded pipe often has tighter dimensional tolerances than seamless, and can be cheaper if manufactured in the same quantities. Large-diameter pipe (25 centimetres (10 in) or greater) may be ERW, EFW or Submerged Arc Welded ("SAW") pipe.
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Tubing, either metal or plastic, is generally extruded.