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Decoding Manhole Covers: Ductile Iron vs. Cast Iron

Selection of manhole covers may sound unimportant but with the wrong material things can go wrong in so many ways. The right choice depends on factors such as application area, budget and other more considerations. However, among several materials available for a manhole cover two options are quite popular. They are ductile iron and cast iron. If you are contemplating to decide which one of them stands supreme then this breakdown will help you out. In this blog, we compare the two manhole cover material options by learning about their distinct characteristics and perks. Let’s explore them, shall we? Cast Iron (CI) Made Manhole Covers Cast iron is a material that has been tried and tested for over centuries and has been a staple choice in constructions and other industrial projects. Although a conventional choice, they come with impressive properties that makes them a popular material choice for manhole covers even today. Traditional Meets Reliability Cast iron material is known for st