Expansion joints are very popular in fluid pumping systems. In most cases, they are installed in the piping network near the valve or pump. The expansion joints compensate for thermal increases that cause the pipes to grow. They also help in preventing stress from being directed to the rotating equipment piece or pump. There is always the risk of bearing issues and mechanical seal failure whenever the pump becomes stressed [...]

Making metal bellows, especially custom metal bellows, is a complicated process. There are many steps involved in metal bellows manufacturing, and all of them need to be properly followed. Otherwise, you might end up with faulty equipment or bellows that break well before their expected lifespan. The first and most important step of making metal bellows is, of course, designing them. Here are a few elements of metal bellows design [...]

Metal bellows are elastic vessels that can be compressed upon the application of pressure to the bellows’ outside surfaces, or extended under vacuum forces. When the pressure or vacuum force is alleviated, the bellows returns to its original shape as long as it has not been forced beyond its capacity. They are cylindrical vessels made of heavy duty metals like stainless steel, nickel alloys, titanium, and more. Tube-shaped bellows and [...]

One way or another, things sometimes go wrong and equipment can break. This can cause a variety of problems for your business, since replacing parts can take time and resources that you might not have. Even if you do have the means of repairing your equipment, doing so will interrupt the flow of business and cause problems for your bottom line. Understanding why your metal expansion joints might fail can [...]

A piping system's expansion joints function in a number of different roles. While this versatility makes them very valuable components, it also means that there are many different causes of expansion joint failure. Know these important aspects surrounding the life expectancy of your stainless steel expansion joints and you'll be better prepared to replace them when necessary. What is the life expectancy of pipe expansion joints? When the design, application, [...]

Metal bellows have been relied upon in various manufacturing methods across various industries. They play a vital role in sensing and sealing applications. Bellows can convert changes in their internal or external pressure into an applied force; at the same time, they deflect elastically in response to this force and exert a reactive force. Essentially, metal bellows act as piston-spring combination. Despite the fact that they are used in so [...]

In the manufacturing industry, efficiency is essential to maximizing output. Every piece of the puzzle needs to be operating at peak capacity in order for you to see the best results from your manufacturing operations. If you're not making use of the most efficient components and materials, you could be missing out on profits without even realizing it. One component you might be overlooking in your manufacturing? Metal bellows. But [...]

Growth and expansion is the ultimate end goal of just about any business or company, and the manufacturing industry is no exception to this rule. At the end of the day, expansion is good news for just about any business, but expansion means increased strain on your existing equipment and facilities. If you want to see your business thrive, here are a few ways to prepare your workplace for [...]