Tyler Union Fire Release
August 24, 2011
Anniston, Alabama, August 24, 2011 — At approximately 12:30 p.m., Tyler Union experienced high stack temperature problems on the cupola. This caused a small fire. The fire department was called immediately, but plant personnel extinguished the fire prior to their arrival. No one was injured during the incident, and the situation is secure and under control.
It is estimated that the cupola will be down approximately a week while the team at Tyler Union reviews the circumstances surrounding the incident and repairs the damage to the cupola.
About McWane Inc.
McWane, Inc. is a family-owned business based in Birmingham, Alabama, with companies across the U.S. and around the world. The McWane family of companies casts ductile iron products, including pipe, valves, hydrants, fittings and plumbing products, and manufactures fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems and steel pressure vessels. McWane is a leader in delivering clean, safe drinking water while focusing on safe, environmentally friendly manufacturing processes. With more than 7,000 team members, McWane has a longstanding commitment of supporting the communities where our team members live and work. For more information, visit mcwane.com.
