ARTITE is a sulphur based cement.

ARTITE is a conveniently shaped plasticized compound for Bell and Spigot Joints of Stoneware & Cast Iron Pipes and metallic clumps etc.

ARTITE fulfils all specifications for both cold water and chemical effluent hot water mains. The plasticizer makes it highly resistant to thermal and mechanical shocks or vibration and has very high chemical resistance..

ARTITE has less expansion and shrinkage than unplasticized materials hence there is less 'initial leakage' (you can expect some leakage in new sulphur joints) .However these leaks grow rapidly less and less as the joints becomes completely dry. Lower initial leakage will be experienced with ARTITE.

ARTITE seizes the iron of the pipe by chemical action, holding tightly to it and making a firm, strong, tight joint.

ARTITE requires no caulking as does lead, merely melt and pour then back fill. The mains are ready to use a few hours after the last joint is poured.

ARTITE is water-proof and is also packed in a water-proof package. It should be stored under cover or in a dry place.

ARTITE can be put directly in to the pot from the bag to start a batch melting.

ARTITE melts readily, and makes good contacts with the sides of the pot.

ARTITE is uniform throughout. There are no crystals or indications of separation as they are in large lumps.

ARTITE is also used as an Electrical Insulating cement in Over-head, outdoor INSULATORS.

 
In a wood, gas, or oil heated Cast Iron or Steel kettle place sufficient ARTITE to half-fill the pot. Heat with a slow flame until the ARTITE has melted to a black smooth liquid with a mirror-like surface free -flowing as water. (The proper temperature for pouring ARTITE is about 135°C. If it is below 135 °C a crust will form over the top and around sides. And also if it is too hot it will thicken, like molasses, and losses it's mirror-like appearance.)
With a rag, remove dirt and loose particles from the bell and over the spigot to be joined. If either is heavily coated with Asphalt, the coating should be removed with solvent or by scraping or burning.

Seat the spigot well home in the bell.

Drive in a single overlapping ring of dry rounded-braided jute (or a double if preferred). This should be driven back hard against the holder of the bell.

Mud an asbestos runner (or snake) with puddled clay and place around the joint. And tightly against the mouth of the bell, claying all the openings between the runner and bell.
Set a pouring gate (or funnel) in the runner and mud the base of gate and the rest of the V with clay. Be careful to cover and seal the cutting of the hole in the gate. (The gate should have a diameter of not less than 11" where it enters the V.)

Pour the joint slowly with the molten ARTITE, completing the joint with a single continuous pour at a steady, slow rate to permit the escape of trapped air. Keep pouring until the gate (or funnel) is two thirds full.

Allow to stand for ten or fifteen minutes or until the material in the gate has hardened. The runner may be removed and used on another joint. Cut the gate from the joint by placing a chisel in the hole in front of the gate and striking it a sharp blow with a hammer. The material left in the gate may be returned to the melting pot and used on another joint.

ARTITE can also be used for acid-proof sewer lines, concrete or terra- cotta pipe, for setting meters in holes in cement floors, and for many other purposes.

 
ARTITE is ideal for joining soil pipe. For horizontal joints, set the spigot in the bell, drive in the packing materials, and then simply pour the ARTITE on the top until the annular space is filled. The line will be ready for use a few minutes after the last joint is poured.