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Reasons For Delay In Sub Trials Nautilus Pipe Error Revealed
The Nautilus submarine trials face months of delay after a pipe stock mix up at Electric Boat Groton. Welded pipe was installed in place of seamless pipe, causing extensive inspection and rework that could cost more and push back testing the navy estimates from three months to potentially six or more. The error led to a steam system explosion during pressure tests and the firing of pipe shop foreman Herman F. Baier.
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Washington
NEA
Electric Boat Company
Groton
Navy
Electric Boat Division
General Dynamics Corporation
Herman F. Baier