Multi-Ply Bellows: What Are They Really?
An expansion joint can help your pipe system last longer and operate more safely. But the bellows in a joint can have an impact as well. If you want to add a joint to your system that will be more durable, you should turn to one with a multi-ply bellow. Discover below what multi-ply bellows really are and how they can help you. What Are Multi-Ply Bellows? Unlike single-ply bellows, which feature [...]
What Are Expansion Joints and Why Are They Important?
If you want two things from the piping system in your building, it is that it lasts a long time and sustains as little damage as possible. One way to ensure these things is by using expansion joints, but what are expansion joints? Read below to learn what they are and why they are important. How Expansion Joints Work Expansion joints are assemblies that various industries—construction, wastewater, manufacturing, and [...]
A Brief Overview of Pipe Alignment Standards
When installing an expansion joint in your piping system, you must do it correctly so it will continue performing as needed and absorb extreme stresses. This makes proper pipe alignment critical. Read on for a brief overview of pipe alignment standards so you won’t have to make excessive repairs to your system later on. Why Pipe Alignment Is So Important When you misalign your pipe system, you set your expansion joint [...]
Troubleshooting Tips for Expansion Joint Failure
When you install an expansion joint, you hope it will take on the thermal expansion that can cause fatigue in your piping system. But all that stress can take its toll on the joint and cause it to fail. Here are several troubleshooting tips for expansion joint failure that will help you get to the root of any issues. Check Its Age If one of your expansion joints fails, the reason may [...]
5 Industries That Rely on Expansion Joints
Many industries regularly cope with stresses in their piping systems. But they usually turn to a common solution: expansion joints. Read below to learn about five industries that rely on expansion joints and how they use them in their work. Construction One industry that relies heavily on expansion joints is the construction industry. Builders regularly participate in projects that require the use of steam and hot water, which can cause thermal growth [...]
The Dos and Don’ts of Pressure Testing Expansion Joints
When you use an expansion joint, you want to feel confident that its bellows will work properly in your piping system. One way to ensure that is through pressure testing. Read below to learn the dos and don’ts of pressure testing expansion joints to better guarantee that the joints will perform as needed. What Is Pressure Testing? One question you may ask is, “What is pressure testing?” This procedure helps guarantee [...]
How Much Weight Can Your Expansion Joint Anchors Hold?
Expansion joints play a part in maintaining your piping system, but anchors also have a critical role in preserving the joints. When installing a system, the anchor must have the proper weight to provide the joints with the right support. Read below to learn how much weight your expansion joint anchors can hold. What Does an Anchor Do? It is important to acknowledge what an anchor does in relation to [...]
3 Reasons You Need Pressure Balanced Expansion Joints
You may know about expansion joints and how they can help with stresses in your piping system, but you may not know about all the different joints available. One type of joint that can be particularly beneficial is the pressure balanced expansion joint. Read below to learn three reasons you need pressure balanced expansion joints. What Is a Pressure Balanced Expansion Joint? Before discussing the advantages of pressure balanced expansion joints, [...]