Butt Welding Pipe Fittings A piping system using butt welding fittings has many inherent advantages over other forms. Welding a fitting to the pipe means that it is permanently leak proof The continuous metal structure formed between pipe and fitting adds strength to the system Smooth inner surface and gradual direction changes reduce pressure losses and turbulence and minimise the action of corrosion and erosion A welded system utilizes a minimum of space Surya Steel Supply Butt Welding Fittings in the following forms Elbows 45o and 90o long radius is standard; short radius is also available Return bends 180o long radius is standard; short radius is also available