Throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as across the world, American companies are working to provide services. This includes the construction and retrofitting of industries as well as larger projects such as water treatment facilities, wastewater management systems and even in power plants and processing facilities.
While it is possible to use local suppliers in many areas, there are some significant advantages to working with a US-based supplier of industrial pipe. The critical aspect is to find the ideal supply company that not only has the ability to order in the pipe required but also to handle the logistics of getting it delivered to an international location.
Understanding of Local Requirements and Regulations
Not all suppliers of industrial pipe are familiar with the building requirements and codes for the location of the construction project. As these can be considerably different than American pipe requirements for industrial types of projects, this expertise can be invaluable to ensure the right pipe for the job arrives on time.
Supplier Location and Logistics
One of the key factors to consider is the logistics of shipping industrial pipe from the US to international locations. For those construction projects in the Caribbean as well as throughout South America, having a supplier located in the south as well as on a coast is the natural option for easier logistics planning.
When choosing a top supplier, you may find they will be able to work directly with the manufacturer to have pipe delivered to your specifications on a direct shipment, which will reduce order turnaround time and shipping costs.
Ability to Facilitate International Shipments
While this may seem like an obvious point, it is important to verify that the company you select has the international shipping experience to get the job done. Ask specifically about past projects and find out if this is something that is familiar to the supply company before placing an order.
