British connection. [Comparison of US and UK gas utility practices]

Journal Article · Mon Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1979 · Am. Gas Assoc., Oper. Sect., Proc.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5152082

Bates, J; Mason, A D

British Gas Corp.'s West Midlands Region points out similarities and differences between US and UK gas-distribution practices. In expanding gas service by attaching new residences and communities, British Gas strives to incorporate the most up-to-date procedures and materials. Although the national utility clearly lags behind US companies in the use of polyethylene pipe, significant strides will occur in this area during the next 5 years. Other differences in distribution-system practices lie in coordination of public-utility construction efforts to prevent damage to in-place mains as well as labor-compensation practices.

• OSTI ID: 5152082
• Journal Information: Am. Gas Assoc., Oper. Sect., Proc.; (United States), Journal Name: Am. Gas Assoc., Oper. Sect., Proc.; (United States) Vol. X50379; ISSN POAGA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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