Industrial/Commercial
The Industrial/Commercial Division of Local 9 is a multi-
facetted trade that combines the expertise of both the
Pipefitter/Steamfitter and Plumbing professions into one
enterprise that is dedicated to quality work, knowledge of
the latest materials and industry standards, including safety
and building codes, to protect water purity and to safeguard
public health.
A steamfitter (also referred to as a pipefitter) is a
tradesman who lays out, assembles, fabricates, maintains and
repairs piping systems. Typical industrial process pipe is
under high pressure, which requires metals, such as carbon
steel, stainless steel, and many different alloy metals
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welding.
A plumber is a type of a pipefitter who
concentrates on piping systems for utility liquids (potable
water, sewerage, etc.) in the commercial and residential
atmosphere operating at lower pressures than industrial
systems. Utility piping typically consists of copper, PVC,
drisco, and cast iron pipe, which is normally soldered,
glued, or threaded. Other types of piping systems include
steam, ventilation, hydraulics, chemicals, or fuels. The
word "plumber" dates back to the Roman Empire. In Roman times,
pipes were made of lead, or plumbum in Latin (hence the
periodic table of elements symbol of Pb for lead). Thus, a
person with expertise in working with pipes was known as a Plumbumber, which was eventually shortened to Plumber.
Some of the many industries that rely on the expertise of a
Plumber or Pipefitter’s trade include:
- HVAC construction firms
- Mechanical construction firms
- Pulp and Paper Mills
- Steel Mills
- Utility companies
- Motor Vehicle plants
- Oil Refineries
- Chemical plants
- Pharmaceutical companies
Energy
Construction, repair and service of key systems in energy
generating and fuel processing facilities, including
co-generation plants. We are committed to safety, public
health, and environmental safety with
our knowledge of the latest techniques, materials and
processes.
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Installation, service and repair of refrigeration and HVAC
systems that maintain the comfort, health and safety of
building occupants or operate in various industrial
applications. Comprehensive capabilities from floor to
ceiling, including installation and calibration of
electronic and fiber-optic controls, air and water balance,
water chillers and compressor rebuilds.
High-Tech Process Systems
Design-Build, installation and service of high-purity
process piping for hospitals, food processing, and
pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. Experience with the
latest materials and piping system fabrication techniques
essential to leading high-tech industries.
Medical Gas
Installation, service, and repair of piping systems that
provide hospital patients with life-giving oxygen and other
medical gases. Our technical skills and high training
standards, ensure that health care facilities can depend on safe,
reliable medical gas systems.
There are numerous examples of our participation in
developing our communities. We have experience and are
currently work in many areas such as:
- Airports, both expansion and renovation
- Bio Research Labs
- Chemical Processing Plants
- Dams
- Educational Institutions, both Public and Private
- Food and Beverage Processing Facilities
- Hotels
- Military Installations
- Paper Mills
- Power Plants
- Processing Facilities
- Residential Homes and Developments
- Resort Destinations
- Semiconductor Plants
- Strip Malls
- Sports Facilities and Arenas
- Water and Waste Treatment Facilities
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