Why Proper Bolt Torque Matters More Than You Think Whether you’re installing a repair clamp, tapping sleeve, service saddle, or coupling, one factor directly impacts the long-term performance of the installation: bolt torque. It’s easy to think of torque as simply “tightening bolts,” but proper torque is what transforms a… Continue Reading
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Why Bell Joint Leak Clamps Are a Smart Solution for Water and Wastewater Systems At JCM, we understand how disruptive bell joint leaks can be for water distribution and wastewater collection systems. While these joints are designed to perform under pressure, age, vibration, shifting soil, and repair disturbances can all… Continue Reading
Pipeline Preferences: When “Adjustable” Isn’t Enough—Choosing Fittings That Truly Fit In water works and industrial pipeline applications, many connectors and repair fittings look similar, and many will adjust to nominal pipe sizes. But the assumption that “one size fits all” can quietly translate to “fits… but not very well.” When… Continue Reading
Underwater HDPE Pipeline Repair in a Swamp Environment A 34-inch HDPE line suffered a full separation at a flange in a hard-to-access river swamp. With underwater conditions, barge-only logistics, and a deep excavation, the team needed a repair solution designed for speed, reliability, and real-world field constraints. Project at a… Continue Reading
Universal Clamp Couplings vs. Fabricated Repair Sleeves When a pipeline failure occurs, the priority is clear: restore service quickly while ensuring the repair will hold long-term. Selecting the right repair fitting plays a critical role in achieving that goal. Two of the most common solutions—universal clamp couplings and fabricated repair… Continue Reading
Celebrating 50 Years of Innovation, Service, and Growth at JCM Industries This year marks a huge milestone for us at JCM Industries…. we’re celebrating our 50th anniversary! From humble beginnings around a breakfast table in Nash, Texas in 1976 to now being recognized as an industry leader in pipe fittings… Continue Reading