According to a report published by IBISWorld, the market size for the Plastic Pipes and Parts manufacturing industry increased faster than the overall manufacturing sector in the US. After the pandemic, the rising demand in the downstream markets has also increased the need for more alternatives in the Pipe Manufacturing sector. As of 2022, the US market size of Plastic Pipes and Parts Manufacturing is at a massive $23 billion. In this article, we cover the essential and common licenses and compliances required in order to manufacture pipes in the US. However, it’s important to remember that the rules may change depending on the nature of the business and these are a set of basic requirements.
So, if you’re planning to set up your own pipe manufacturing business in the US, here are some key pointers to get you started on your project:
- Before starting production you will need to be up to date on the manufacturing regulatory compliance. This compliance includes a set of requirements for businesses to legally deliver their manufactured goods in the market. These regulations primarily include rules regarding safety of the manufactured product, employment laws, data protection guidelines, fair competition, export control and others. The different types of compliance that are typically applicable to pipe manufacturing business are:
- PCI-DSS is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard to ensure that companies are handling major branded credit cards and is a must to ensure protection of the cardholder’s data which may be shared, stored, and processed while initiating transactions.
- SOC 2 (Systems and Organization Controls) is a series of reports essential during an audit undertaken to validate internal compliance controls.
- ISO (International Organization of Standardization) is a widely known international body responsible for setting industry standards.
- Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 is an Act known to define requirements for all private and public companies involved in handling financial data.
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) requires businesses who handle personally identifiable data in the EU to comply with its requirements.
- Next, any manufacturing business that carries international operations should comply with the following industry standards issues by ISO–
- ISO 50001 certification is necessary for Energy Management
- ISO 14000 certification is required for Environmental Management Systems
- ISO 45001 certification is essential for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
- ISO 27001 certification is a must for Information Security Management
- ISO 9000 certification is needed for Quality Management
- ISO 13845 certification is a necessity for Plastic Piping Systems
- Pipe manufacturing also includes transportation of natural gas, biofuels, and liquid petroleum. In the US, a large number of pipelines are buried underground and are unknown to individuals. There are 2 main types of oil and gas pipelines – petroleum pipelines that carry crude oil and natural gas liquids, and natural gas pipelines that are responsible for transporting natural gas from gas wells and delivering them to different locations. In order to build oil and gas pipelines, you need a ROW or easements from private and public landowners to install and maintain the pipelines on that land.
- Using PE pipes for oil and gas transportation has proven more beneficial than metallic pipes owing to their chemical resistance, leak-free joints, and robust temperature resistance. In order to manufacture oil and gas pipelines, you will need permissions from various federal and state agencies, some of which include:
- Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) permits the location, building, operation, or abandoning of interstate pipelines.
- Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Administration (PHMS) is entrusted with ensuring creation of a safe and environmentally secure pipeline transportation system.
- The United States Army Corps of Engineers grants permits before constructing a pipeline through navigable water bodies.
Adopting the right machinery for your pipeline manufacturing business
After successfully adhering to the regulations and compliances for manufacturing pipelines, the next crucial step is employing the right machinery and equipment to make your production high-quality and dependable for customers. DRTS has a longstanding experience of 35 years combined with innovative engineering in delivering machinery for pipe production. Our production lines are used all over the world and have successfully supported businesses to grow their manufacturing capacity. From PE turnkey production lines that can produce pipes from 16mm to 630mm to standalone machinery including extruders, vacuum, cooling tanks, pipe coilers, and much more. We have a solution for every pipe manufacturing business need. Contact us to get a free consultation and clear all your doubts about starting a pipeline manufacturing business in the US.
