Your generators’s exhaust system has several components contributing to an efficient operation. Within the system exists metal bellows that create flexibility in areas and can withstand vibrations better than other pipes on the engine. These metal sections are called flex pipes or exhaust expansion joints and can fail from time to time, requiring replacement. However, it may not always be easy to distinguish when your flex pipe fails. In [...]

Metal expansion joints play a crucial role in piping systems and ducts. These essential engineering components require careful storage to preserve their integrity and avoid damages affecting their functionality. Here are several dos and don’ts of storing your metal expansion joints to prevent unnecessary damage. Do Store Expansion Joints Indoors It’s best to always store metal expansion joints in a clean indoor area away from direct sunlight, preferably on [...]

Those familiar with engineering realize the necessity of utilizing adequate expansion joints and their vital contribution to a building’s structure and piping system. Furthermore, the placement and alignment of these components define the duration of their use and effectiveness at relieving stress on building materials. To discover more about why proper alignment matters in expansion joint installation in building and engineering, continue reading below. Service Longevity Correctly sized and aligned [...]

Metal expansion joints are an essential part of many piping systems. They reduce pipe stress, add flexibility, and permit movement that makes up for expansion and contractions resulting from environmental and temperature changes. Metal expansion joints also include bellows that allow flexibility and movement. Pipes could crack or break under pressure and compromise your entire building and piping system without these critical components. Expansion joints are made to last 15 [...]

An expansion joint holds parts together, allowing temperature-induced expansion and reducing detrimental movement due to various weather conditions. Expansion joints absorb heat-induced expansion and contraction, take in vibrations, hold parts together, and allow movement due to settlement or earthquakes. They are often in bridges and sidewalks. You can also find them in sections of buildings, piping systems, and ships because expansion joints also reduce leakage and failure. There are many [...]

In any high-pressure piping system, it’s crucial to regularly inspect any components involved, including expansion joints. Any application that uses them shouldn’t overlook the importance of regular expansion joint inspection; these parts are responsible for regulating extreme pressure changes due to temperature and vibrations. Expansion joints need the ability to move freely, and if they fail, the entire piping system fails. Creating a checklist for installation and ongoing use can [...]

A range of applications use metal expansion joints to absorb pressure, temperatures, and vibrations to allow systems to work properly. Engineers design expansion joints to move at different angles depending on the services needed, such as the expansion and contraction of materials, holding pieces together, or providing movement from seismic activity. Integral systems would fail without expansion joints. They wouldn’t be able to absorb pressure and withstand extreme temperatures. Learn [...]

How do exhaust bellows and flex pipes differ? Since they both absorb movement, it can be difficult to understand the difference between the two. But knowing how each piece functions can help you make an informed decision on which is better for your application. In this blog, we’ll discuss the differences between flex pipes and exhaust bellows. What Are Flex Pipes? Flex pipes are flexible hoses that absorb high [...]

Expansion joints are crucial parts of piping, ductwork, and gas transfer systems. They’re ubiquitous devices that fulfill different applications needed to maintain pressure. They also allow for movement to absorb vibrations and keep systems functioning. Expansion joints work in many contexts, such as the automotive industry and aeronautics, and range in types and varieties. With such a diverse array of applications, they aren’t one-size-fits-all devices. Investing in custom expansion [...]

A manufacturer needs to test the bellows for strength and leaks before installing an expansion joint or metal bellows into a piping system. Hydrostatic testing is one technique experts use. Essentially, it uses water to see if the expansion joint can withstand the pressure or vibrations it’ll need to endure to operate properly. There are three different methods of hydrostatic testing that joints could undergo. Learn more about how [...]