Selecting the proper alloy for expansion joints is critical: their performance is only as reliable as the information provided during the inquiry phase. We were recently working on an
The efforts to make our economy and industries greener through technology are continuing to gain momentum, and for good reason! As the world’s population continues to grow and we
Remember when we all wondered how the T-1000 was able to liquefy, shapeshift, and repair itself in Terminator 2 back in 1991? We’re told in the film that this
One of the topics we get asked frequently is when to use metal hose. There are many different types of hose available on the market. They include metal, rubber,
Temperature changes have a huge impact on design of expansion joints. Let’s take a look at this in one particular industry: pulp and paper. In papermaking, paper is made
We live in a digital age. An age where everyone carries around a high-definition supercomputer in their pocket that delivers a constant stream of information: local & global news,
Proper hose length is an overlooked, but absolutely critical factor in industrial applications. We are proud to introduce our latest hose assembly design tool: the Hose Assembly Length Calculation Guide.
Protecting flexible metal components: why is it so important? After all, they’re made out of metal, right? Corrugated hose and metallic expansion joints are common ways to allow for flexibility
Lateral offset hose applications are one of the most commonly encountered hose installations. Whether it’s used to compensate for moving equipment, misalignment in a piping system, or as a
Many types of expansion devices are used in industrial applications. Why are they necessary? As piping systems heat and cool, they experience changes in length caused by thermal expansion
It is important for a salesperson to be able to identify and prevent hose failures at the jobsite. Asking questions about the application requirements, conducting proper training on hose
End Fittings: How does Pipe differ from Tube? When you look at general fittings classifications, pipe fittings are defined as a part used in a piping system: for changing
If no special options or accessories are needed, there are four basic components to a corrugated metal hose: The tube (or hose itself), the braid, the braid collars, and
There are 3 key variables in selecting a metal hose: pressure-carrying capability, flexibility, and chemical compatibility. Once you’ve determined your application requires a metal hose, the next step is
Once you’ve determined your application requires a metal hose, the next step is selecting a metal hose to ensure the assembly will safely meet the rigors of each application.