Pressure Testing: What It Is and Procedures To Follow
After you build a new pipeline, you can verify that it will endure harsh conditions with pressure testing. Learn what this is and the procedures to follow.
Five Surprising Factors to Consider When Buying Pressure Expansion Joints
Bellows are elastic vessels that are similar to a piston, or a spring that can easily be compressed when pressure is applied to the outside or under vacuum. They are not affected by changing pressure or temperature as they will quickly return to their original shape after compression or pull. However, metal bellows can fail to return to their original form when stretched or compressed beyond yield strength. So, what [...]
The Importance of an Exhaust System in Your Vehicle
Most motor vehicles, whether it be a car, truck, motorcycle, or even a marine vehicle, need an exhaust system. The exhaust system is usually made of piping and guides reaction exhaust gases away from the controlled combustion inside the engine of the vehicle. What parts are included in an exhaust system? The exhaust system for includes many parts, like the exhaust manifold, muffler, catalytic converter, and the exhaust pipe. Within [...]
Common Reasons Boats Sink and Ways to Keep Your Boat Afloat
Although you never think it's going to happen, there is a real possibility that your boat might sink, even when it's safely tied up at the dock. There are some common reasons, however, that your boat may be sinking, according to Boat U.S. Missing or damaged hose clamps Unsecured engine hoses Spring rains Broken sea strainer Leaking stuffing box There is some good news to this sinking dilemma, however. There [...]
What are Expansion Joints and What Causes Them to Fail
Bellows, in general, are used as a kind of connector. They are very strong, yet flexible, and they need to be able to withstand very intense conditions. Iron ore usually melts at around 2,700 degrees Fahrenheit. Steel, on the other hand, has a melting point of 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit. The material chosen for a bellow depends on the job and conditions that the bellow must withstand. Expansion joints are [...]
Answering Common Questions About Expansion Joints
When properly designed and installed, custom bellows and exhaust flex joints have a number of exceedingly useful applications. Before you get started with custom bellows, however, it's important to know the facts. Here are some answers to common questions regarding custom bellows and expansion joints. What purpose does an expansion joint have? Simply put, an expansion joint's primary basic function is to absorb and offset the growth caused by [...]