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Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) for Gas Distribution

An alternative to traditional threaded black-iron gas piping

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American Gas Association
400 N. Capitol St., NW
Washington DC 20001
(202) 824-7000
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Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing for Fuel Gas Distribution in Buildings and Concerns over Lightning
As the result of recent legal actions related to a potential for physical damage caused by lightning, manufacturers of corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) agreed to a settlement that, in part, places new requirements on the installation of their gas piping products. This paper provides background information on CSST and the actions taken by the manufacturers to address these concerns.
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Gas Technology Institute
1700 South Mount Prospect Rd.
Des Plaines IL 60018-1804
(847) 768-0500
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TechPractices: Ryan Homes, The Cornell, Rochester, NY
As a test home in the Building America Program, the Cornell was monitored to evaluate the cost and performance benefits associated with the new technologies it incorporates.
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