Northwest Pipe Company Receives U.S. Patent for Innovative InfraShield® Joint System
Northwest Pipe Company (Nasdaq: NWPX) has received U.S. Patent No. 12215817 for its InfraShield® Joint System, an innovative Geohazard Resistant Steel Pipe solution.
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Northwest Pipe Company (Nasdaq: NWPX) has received U.S. Patent No. 12215817 for its InfraShield® Joint System, an innovative Geohazard Resistant Steel Pipe solution. The system enhances steel pipeline resilience in geologically vulnerable areas without requiring gasketed joints.
The technology features a strain-based design incorporating a small projection in the steel pipe wall that absorbs deformation from differential settlement or seismic activity without over-stressing the lap-welded joint. This USA-manufactured system is specifically designed for C200 steel pipe, offering a fully welded, easy-to-install solution that provides leak-free reliability and cost savings.
InfraShield® is engineered to withstand challenging geological conditions, including seismic activity, landslides, and soil movement, making it particularly valuable for critical water infrastructure projects.
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- Secured U.S. Patent No. 12215817 for InfraShield® technology
- System provides cost savings while maintaining reliability
- Technology addresses critical infrastructure needs in geologically vulnerable areas
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The Company's revolutionary system enhances steel pressure pipe resilience in differential settlement and seismic applications
Manufactured in the
"This patent underscores our commitment to engineering excellence and infrastructure resilience," said Scott Montross, President and CEO of Northwest Pipe Company. "Our in-house engineering team has worked on InfraShield® for several years, resulting in a groundbreaking advancement in steel pipeline technology. This patented solution offers unmatched protection against settlement and geohazards while maintaining the long-term reliability that water utilities and municipalities depend on."
InfraShield® is designed to withstand challenging geological conditions, including seismic activity, landslides, and soil movement, making it an essential solution for critical water infrastructure projects. This patented technology reinforces Northwest Pipe Company's leadership in developing advanced water transmission solutions that deliver lasting performance and value. For more information about the InfraShield® Joint System, visit www.nwpipe.com.
About Northwest Pipe Company – Founded in 1966, Northwest Pipe Company is a leading manufacturer of water-related infrastructure products. In addition to being the largest manufacturer of engineered steel water pipeline systems in
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Aaron Wilkins
Chief Financial Officer
Northwest Pipe Company
360-397-6294 • awilkins@nwpipe.com
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