What we do
Our Services
Our Australian produced Mild Steel Pipe & Fittings offer the strength & security the water industry depends on, providing pipeline systems that are designed to last 150 years.
Australian made
Australian Made Pipe
Steel Mains proudly manufactures Australian-made steel pipeline systems using locally sourced materials to meet strict Australian Standards. Most of the raw materials required to manufacture our Mild Steel Pipes are sourced in Australia, in addition to local labour and manufacturing at our two prime facilities located in Melbourne and Perth. We are proud to support local Australian manufacturing and jobs.
Our Australian produced Mild Steel Pipe & Fittings offer the strength & security the water industry depends on, providing pipeline systems that are designed to last 150 years.
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Who we serve
Clients & Areas We Service
Steel Mains services clients across the water and wastewater infrastructure space, as well as industrial sectors, partnering with asset owners, contractors, and design engineers to deliver tailored pipeline solutions.
We are proud to service clients in Australia, New Zealand, the pacific islands and across Southeast Asia. We deliver projects ranging from regional pipelines to major urban developments. Our systems are built to perform in diverse and challenging environments, ensuring reliable outcomes across large-scale water networks and harsh conditions.
Manufacture
MSCL Pipe Manufacture
Steel Mains manufactures Mild Steel Cement Lined (MSCL) pipelines to AS1579 and relevant Australian standards, delivering complete solutions for water, sewerage, and industrial applications.
Our Mild Steel Pipes range from DN100 to DN2500, with custom sizing available for project specific requirements. Steel Mains offers world leading corrosion protection, with our trademark Sintakote® coating, offering a medium density fusion bonded polyethylene coating to support 150-year service life. In addition, a range of internal linings are available. We are proud to offer world leading jointing technology, offering both Rubber Ring Joints and Welded joints, including our unique Sintalock jointing technology.
Manufacture
Fittings Manufacture
Steel Mains manufactures a comprehensive range of Mild Steel pipe Fittings, including bends, tees, reducers, flanges, and custom components, tailored to project specifications. Our Mild Steel Fittings offer full Sintakote reinstatement and required NDE testing to ensure they comply with relevant standards. Steel Mains has the capability to manufacture custom made fittings as required, and with the help of our engineering experts, ensure all project engineering specifications are met.
Full solution
Ancillary Pipeline Materials
Steel Mains supplies a range of ancillary pipeline material products that complement our pipes and fittings. These ancillary products include cement lining repair kits, cathodic protection lugs, pipeline repair tools, spark testing equipment and heat shrink sleeves. These products ensure that Steel Mains can offer a full pipeline solution to ensure successful installation for critical water projects.
Engineering
Product Application Guidance & Technical Support
For over 100 years, Steel Mains has provided expert product application support and technical guidance to the water industry. We employ a dedicated engineering team with extensive industry expertise, which can assist clients in the following departments:
- Pipeline pressure rating and wall thickness recommendations to AS1579
- Allowable deflections for joints AS 2566 & tests
- Technical guidance on deep entry joint requirements for soil subsidence
- Buried pipeline calculation
- Above ground calculation
- Assistance with lifting methodology considerations for multiple pipes
- Guidance on thrust restraint of pipelines
- Flange and sealing calculations, including recommended bolting torques
- Preliminary calculations to assist with fittings design development
- Appropriate use of jointing Systems
- Technical guidance on pipeline design considerations in accordance with AWWA M11
With deep industry knowledge and proven engineering capability, we support clients in selecting optimal pipeline solutions for performance, cost-efficiency, and longevity.
Capability
Training – E-Learning, Face-to-Face Masterclass & Practical Assessment
Steel Mains delivers accredited Sintakote Handling & Installation training which support best-practice pipeline installation and industry compliance. We offer multiple training options, which include all day workshops, combining theory and practical, as well as an alternative online learning short course training. In addition, we offer onsite practical assessments to confirm participants can apply the theoretical knowledge to real-case scenarios on site.
Backed by decades of experience, this training equips participants with the skills to ensure safe, efficient installation and maximise asset performance, supporting pipeline lifespans of over 150 years when installed correctly.
Quality
QA Assistance & Documentation
Steel Mains QA team provides comprehensive quality assurance support to ensure products meet Australian Standards and project specifications. This includes documentation, compliance guidance, onsite inspections and pipeline advice on coating and lining requirements for individual projects.
With full traceability across all the products we manufacture, our rigorous QA processes support reliability, regulatory compliance, installation efficiency, and long-term infrastructure performance.
Our people
RSM Team
Our Regional Sales Management (RSM) team works closely with clients to provide responsive, localised support and project coordination across regions.
Regional Sales Managers at Steel Mains engage with clients from project inception all the way through to project delivery. They collaborate with consultants, contractors, and water authorities, assisting with technical help, budget pricing and overall advice to provide solutions for water infrastructure projects. Our RSM team are the conduit between the client and the Steel Mains operations teams to ensure projects are delivered in a timely and successful manner.
Our people
NSC Team
The National Service Centre (NSC) acts as a central hub for contract and project management, providing end-to-end support from order award through to contract closure. Backed by a highly experienced and multidisciplinary team, the NSC ensures efficient communication across customers, sales, manufacturing, logistics and subcontractors. By offering a single point of contact, the team streamlines coordination, expedites documentation, and proactively manages project priorities to support customers meet their construction deadlines. Through strong commercial excellence, technical knowledge, and a focus on responsive service, the NSC consistently delivers clear, timely information and practical solutions that support successful project outcomes.
Talk to our team about your project
Technical support, design assistance, training, quality assurance and dedicated RSM and NSC teams, all from one manufacturer.