Metal bellows have the ability to be customized so that they fit their intended purpose. There are many attributes that should be taken into consideration when metal bellows are designed. Here are some of the things engineers should consider when making custom bellows. Spring rate: Metal bellows can vary in flexibility. You want to make sure the spring rate, or flexibility, of the bellows you design or choose is right [...]
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. [...]
Metal bellows are very versatile as they can be made with different tensile, chemical, and physical properties. When making metal bellows in a bellow forming machine, there are a variety of materials you can choose from. Each material has its own advantages depending on the application of the bellows. Brass bellows Brass is a very popular material used when making metal bellows. It has a low manufacturing cost and pairs [...]
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 [...]
Metal bellows are used in many different types of machinery as a kind of connector or expansion joint. There are many different kinds of bellows, including exhaust bellows, stainless steel bellows, standard bellows, and even custom bellows. There are many applications for custom bellows in particular, as every bellows has its own unique job and setting. There are 12 attributes that go into manufacturing custom bellows, and each attribute will [...]
Metal bellows are unique structures, as they are often designed with their application in mind. They are made to be very strong yet flexible so that they can be used as a kind of connector joint in several different situations. There is a balance between flexibility and strength that is different for each bellows, depending on its intended job. This is why custom bellows are so popular. The United States [...]
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 [...]
What are Metal Bellows? Metal bellows are like elastic vessels that have the ability to be compressed when pressure is applied. They then re-expand back to their original shape when the pressure is off. They also extend when under a vacuum, and of course, go back to their original shape when the vacuum is released. The key component of metal bellows is that they are flexible. This balance can be [...]
Standard bellows are found all across the metalworking industry and have been in use for a long time. Modern metal bellows are elastic components that can expand or contract under pressure (or the lack thereof) and still retain their original shape. There are many different industries that benefit from this technology today. In the oil and gas industry, custom metal bellows and expansion joints are essential for petroleum systems to [...]
Choosing the right type of expansion joints can be difficult. There are so many different types, materials, and features associated with each that it can be nearly impossible to ascertain which is right for your application. Fabric and metal bellows and expansion joints are both common and come with a number of advantages and disadvantages. Here are just a few pros and cons to consider when deciding between fabric [...]
