The Traditional Express (TX) cast iron soil double spigot pipe is available in 50mm and 100mm diameter in an 3000mm length.
The Traditional Express (TX) cast iron system is an industry-leading push-fit soil product designed for a lifetime performance. This contemporary cast iron system still provides the aesthetic appearance of traditional cast iron which makes it suitable for both modern and conservation projects. Compared to our traditional LCC soil system the Traditional Express (TX) soil system is lighter and easier to handle but still retains all the inherent qualities of cast iron including strength and longevity.
The Traditional Express (TX) 50 & 100mm diameter socketless pipes are available in 3 lengths and supplied pre-painted in a black gloss finish.
Being a cast iron push-fit system; Traditional Express (TX) also provides substantial savings in labour for each joint. No specialist training is required and full installation instructions can be provided on request. The push-fit sockets faithfully replicate the appearance of a traditional LCC soil pipe system but incorporate EPDM rubber sealing rings providing a quick and efficient installation. The specially designed gasket relaxing tool and gasket lubricant are the only tools required for jointing.
Traditional Express cast iron soil pipes and fittings are supplied ready to install with a two-pack gloss paint exterior finish as standard, suitable for internal and external installations. All pipes also have a yellow ochre two-pack polyurethane internal coating.
Standard Traditional Express black products are available from stock and we can also offer the range in the Traditional Express Coloured finish. Traditional Express Coloured offers Traditional Express soil items supplied pre-painted to match any RAL or BS colour reference.
Traditional Express systems are pre-painted as standard which provides the following benefits:
• Quicker installation and reduced costs; can reduce installation time by up to 50%.
• No requirement for hazardous materials on site and minimal downtime caused by inclement weather conditions delaying painting.
• Factory-applied two-pack epoxy-coated finish has a life expectancy of 10- 15 years (inland areas).
• Delivered protectively wrapped to provide whilst protection in transit and on-site.
The Traditional Express (TX) cast iron soil system will provide the following benefits to your project:
• Significant cost savings compared to caulked jointed sockets and spigot pipes.
• Installation completed in a fraction of the time required for conventional systems.
• Ease of use on-site creates cost savings through reduced labour requirements.
• Traditional Express pipes are highly resistant to distortion caused by accident or vandalism
• Correctly installed and maintained Traditional Express Soil systems will last over 100 years and this long life expectancy makes cast iron the cost-effective choice.
• 100% recyclable at the end of its life.
• Low noise levels due to the sound-deadening properties of cast iron.
The Traditional Express (TX) system complies with the following standards and codes of practice:
BS 416 part 2 – Soil, waste and ventilating pipes and fittings.
BS EN 681 – 1 Synthetic rubber gaskets.
BS EN 12056 – Codes of practice for gravity drainage systems, internal buildings.
This is a genuine cast iron soil system supplied by a well-established UK foundry. Offering significantly more benefits than plastic, traditional cast iron products are proven to be versatile, durable, and reliable and these sustainable products continue to meet the changing demands of modern industry.
If you have any questions or would like to find out which of our cast iron soil systems is right for your project, our team will be happy to help.
