| Type: |
Rectangular Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
153″ long x 55″ wide x 21″ face-to-face |
| Material: |
PTFE fiber glass reinforced / A572 Gr.50 high strength steel frame & liner |
| Design: |
-20°F to +200°F at +/- 100″ water column |
| Testing: |
100% Dye-Penetrant |
U.S. Bellows designed this rectangular fabric expansion joint for a ventilation air filter system at a gas turbine facility. The dimensions for the expansion joint are 153" long x 55" wide x 21" face-to-face. The fabric belt is made from PTFE fiber glass reinforced, while the frame and liner are fabricated from A572 Gr.50 high strength steel. The expansion joint is designed for -20°F to +200°F at +/- 100" water column. A dye penetrant examination on the welds was performed prior to shipment.
PT&P REF. ORIGINAL POST 10182016
| Type: |
Rectangular Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
153″ long x 55″ wide x 21″ face-to-face |
| Material: |
PTFE fiber glass reinforced / A572 Gr.50 high strength steel frame & liner |
| Design: |
-20°F to +200°F at +/- 100″ water column |
| Testing: |
100% Dye-Penetrant |
U.S. Bellows designed this rectangular fabric expansion joint for a ventilation air filter system at a gas turbine facility. The dimensions for the expansion joint are 153" long x 55" wide x 21" face-to-face. The fabric belt is made from PTFE fiber glass reinforced, while the frame and liner are fabricated from A572 Gr.50 high strength steel. The expansion joint is designed for -20°F to +200°F at +/- 100" water column. A dye penetrant examination on the welds was performed prior to shipment.
PT&P REF. ORIGINAL POST 10182016
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| Type: |
Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
143″ long x 61″ wide x 12″ face-to-face |
| Material: |
PTFE Fiberglass Reinforced Fabric Belt & 304 Stainless Steel |
| Design: |
-20°F to 600°F , +/- 100″ water column, 0.5″ Axial & 1″ Lateral |
| Testing: |
Dye-Penetrant |
U.S. Bellows fabricated this rectangular fabric expansion joint for an inlet duct application at a gas turbine facility. The unit is 143″ long x 61″ wide x 12″ face-to-face. The fabric belt is made from reinforced PTFE fiberglass and the frame and liner from 304 stainless steel. It is designed for an operating temperature ranging from -20°F to 600°F with a pressure of +/- 100″ water column, with 0.5″ of axial compression and 1″ of lateral deflection. A dye-penetrant examination was performed on all the structural frame welds prior to shipment.
Fabric expansion joints are used in a wide array of applications playing a crucial role in preventing damage to equipment, ensuring system reliability, and maintaining overall safety in industrial processes. Some examples of where they are used are:
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- Cement plants for ducts and exhaust systems associated with high temperature operations.
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- Mining industry for mineral and material handling including smelting.
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- HVAC systems for duct work to address any thermal movements or vibrations.
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- Marine and shipbuilding applications where exhaust systems, engine piping and other critical areas movement and vibrations must be managed.
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- Renewable energy facilities such a waste to energy or bioenergy plants in which the incineration operations are critical.
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- Paper and Pulp mills for ducting systems in drying and paper manufacturing processes.
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- Steel Mills for blast furnace systems and exhausting ducts
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- Chemical plants to handle dynamic forces associated with chemical reactions, temperature variations and corrosive environments.
- Power plants: Fossil Fuel and Nuclear plants to manage vibrations and thermal axial expansion that could stress components and fixed equipment.
PT&P REF. ORIGINAL POST 06252018
| Type: |
Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
143″ long x 61″ wide x 12″ face-to-face |
| Material: |
PTFE Fiberglass Reinforced Fabric Belt & 304 Stainless Steel |
| Design: |
-20°F to 600°F , +/- 100″ water column, 0.5″ Axial & 1″ Lateral |
| Testing: |
Dye-Penetrant |
U.S. Bellows fabricated this rectangular fabric expansion joint for an inlet duct application at a gas turbine facility. The unit is 143″ long x 61″ wide x 12″ face-to-face. The fabric belt is made from reinforced PTFE fiberglass and the frame and liner from 304 stainless steel. It is designed for an operating temperature ranging from -20°F to 600°F with a pressure of +/- 100″ water column, with 0.5″ of axial compression and 1″ of lateral deflection. A dye-penetrant examination was performed on all the structural frame welds prior to shipment.
Fabric expansion joints are used in a wide array of applications playing a crucial role in preventing damage to equipment, ensuring system reliability, and maintaining overall safety in industrial processes. Some examples of where they are used are:
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- Cement plants for ducts and exhaust systems associated with high temperature operations.
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- Mining industry for mineral and material handling including smelting.
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- HVAC systems for duct work to address any thermal movements or vibrations.
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- Marine and shipbuilding applications where exhaust systems, engine piping and other critical areas movement and vibrations must be managed.
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- Renewable energy facilities such a waste to energy or bioenergy plants in which the incineration operations are critical.
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- Paper and Pulp mills for ducting systems in drying and paper manufacturing processes.
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- Steel Mills for blast furnace systems and exhausting ducts
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- Chemical plants to handle dynamic forces associated with chemical reactions, temperature variations and corrosive environments.
- Power plants: Fossil Fuel and Nuclear plants to manage vibrations and thermal axial expansion that could stress components and fixed equipment.
PT&P REF. ORIGINAL POST 06252018
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| Type: |
Fabric Expansion Joints |
| Size: |
67″ Long x 67″ Wide x 14″ Tall |
| Material: |
3-Layer Fabric Belt with Kaowool Insulation
304 Stainless Steel Angle Flanges |
| Design |
Operating Temp: 2012°F at +/- 100″ Water Column
1″ of Lateral Deflection |
| Testing: |
100% Dye Penetrant Testing & Q.C. Inspection |
Fabric pipe expansion joints are often used in ducts that carry hot gasses at low pressures. The major design parameters are the temperatures and flow rates of the gasses and the amount and abrasiveness of solids suspended in the gasses. This fabric expansion joint utilizes a bulky flexible material, also called an Insulation Pillow, to shield against high temperatures protecting the belting material. Refractory is also used in the construction of this joint but is designed so that it does not interfere with movement. Our experienced engineers know that every element of this expansion joint plays a role in its rating for certain temperatures and the number of hours of operation. View Fabric Expansion Joints Product Section.
Fabric expansion joints are key in the systems supporting power and refining plants focused around renewable carbon-neutral product offerings. We have worked with the new entrants in the marketplace but also helped our long-term clients transition their older fossil fuel-based assets to green technology. These plants include biochar from biomass processing, carbon black, clean hydrogen, styrene, and cement.
PT&P REF. ORIGINAL POST 03182020
| Type: |
Fabric Expansion Joints |
| Size: |
67″ Long x 67″ Wide x 14″ Tall |
| Material: |
3-Layer Fabric Belt with Kaowool Insulation
304 Stainless Steel Angle Flanges |
| Design |
Operating Temp: 2012°F at +/- 100″ Water Column
1″ of Lateral Deflection |
| Testing: |
100% Dye Penetrant Testing & Q.C. Inspection |
Fabric pipe expansion joints are often used in ducts that carry hot gasses at low pressures. The major design parameters are the temperatures and flow rates of the gasses and the amount and abrasiveness of solids suspended in the gasses. This fabric expansion joint utilizes a bulky flexible material, also called an Insulation Pillow, to shield against high temperatures protecting the belting material. Refractory is also used in the construction of this joint but is designed so that it does not interfere with movement. Our experienced engineers know that every element of this expansion joint plays a role in its rating for certain temperatures and the number of hours of operation. View Fabric Expansion Joints Product Section.
Fabric expansion joints are key in the systems supporting power and refining plants focused around renewable carbon-neutral product offerings. We have worked with the new entrants in the marketplace but also helped our long-term clients transition their older fossil fuel-based assets to green technology. These plants include biochar from biomass processing, carbon black, clean hydrogen, styrene, and cement.
PT&P REF. ORIGINAL POST 03182020
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U.S. Bellows, Inc. designed and fabricated this rectangular fabric expansion joint for a heat recovery system at a cement plant in Indiana. The unit was fabricated with a high-temperature PTFE fabric belt and carbon steel frame. The dimensions are 197″ in length, 118″ in width, and 18″ face-to-face. The expansion joint is designed for an operating temperature of -20°-400°F at +/- 60″ water column and 1″ of axial compression and lateral offset. A dye-penetrant exam was performed on all welds before shipment.
Fabric expansion joints are often used in ducts that carry hot gases at low pressures. The major design parameters are the temperatures and flow rates of the gases and the amount and abrasiveness of solids suspended in the gases. Rectangular fabric expansion joints are also used in power plant ducting that requires joints from the boiler or economizer outlet to the chimney.
Also, they can be used on ducting to the coal pulverizers and the furnace-air inlets. Combustion turbines will also use these types of joints in exhaust and heat-recovery ducts. The primary duct movement this type of joint absorbs is axial expansion and contraction due to temperature changes. The expansion joint designer can also design for lateral and angular movements. Elastomers and Plastomers are the basic flexible materials used to construct the belting material for these joints. These sheets can be used in combination with woven glass, metal wire, fluoroelastomers, insulation, and other materials for use in applications where there may be abrasive material, condensate, acids, and other particles that could reduce the expected life of the joint. Our experienced engineers are also skilled in the various methods and fasteners to connect the belting material to the metal frames of the expansion joint.
This expansion joint was designed for a cement plant for one of the largest building material manufacturers worldwide. Such facilities make products ranging from fly ash, slag, masonry, white, specialty and oil well cements for use in commercial construction, residential construction, and industrial applications.
USB REF. ORIGINAL POST 03132017
U.S. Bellows, Inc. designed and fabricated this rectangular fabric expansion joint for a heat recovery system at a cement plant in Indiana. The unit was fabricated with a high-temperature PTFE fabric belt and carbon steel frame. The dimensions are 197″ in length, 118″ in width, and 18″ face-to-face. The expansion joint is designed for an operating temperature of -20°-400°F at +/- 60″ water column and 1″ of axial compression and lateral offset. A dye-penetrant exam was performed on all welds before shipment.
Fabric expansion joints are often used in ducts that carry hot gases at low pressures. The major design parameters are the temperatures and flow rates of the gases and the amount and abrasiveness of solids suspended in the gases. Rectangular fabric expansion joints are also used in power plant ducting that requires joints from the boiler or economizer outlet to the chimney.
Also, they can be used on ducting to the coal pulverizers and the furnace-air inlets. Combustion turbines will also use these types of joints in exhaust and heat-recovery ducts. The primary duct movement this type of joint absorbs is axial expansion and contraction due to temperature changes. The expansion joint designer can also design for lateral and angular movements. Elastomers and Plastomers are the basic flexible materials used to construct the belting material for these joints. These sheets can be used in combination with woven glass, metal wire, fluoroelastomers, insulation, and other materials for use in applications where there may be abrasive material, condensate, acids, and other particles that could reduce the expected life of the joint. Our experienced engineers are also skilled in the various methods and fasteners to connect the belting material to the metal frames of the expansion joint.
This expansion joint was designed for a cement plant for one of the largest building material manufacturers worldwide. Such facilities make products ranging from fly ash, slag, masonry, white, specialty and oil well cements for use in commercial construction, residential construction, and industrial applications.
USB REF. ORIGINAL POST 03132017
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| Type: |
Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
70″ W x 126″ L x 17.5″ Face-to-Face |
| Material: |
PTFE Fabric Belt | Stainless Steel Framework |
| Design |
Operating Temp: -20°F to 600°F | Operating Pressure +/- 100″ Water Column
Movement +/- 1″ Axial Compression & Lateral Offset Combined |
| Testing: |
Dye Penetrant Examined | Anchor Install Test& Q.C. Inspection |
U.S Bellows custom-designed a rectangular fabric expansion joint with rounded corners for an exhaust duct application at a gas turbine in Saudi, Arabia. The unit is 70″ W x 126″ L x 17.5″ face-to-face; the fabric belt is PTFE and the framework is stainless steel. The expansion joint is designed for an operating temperature range from -20°F to 600°F, an operating pressure of +/- 100″ water column, and a movement of +/- 1″ axial compression and lateral offset combined. A 100% dye-penetrate exam and anchor install test were performed before shipment.
| Type: |
Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
70″ W x 126″ L x 17.5″ Face-to-Face |
| Material: |
PTFE Fabric Belt | Stainless Steel Framework |
| Design |
Operating Temp: -20°F to 600°F | Operating Pressure +/- 100″ Water Column
Movement +/- 1″ Axial Compression & Lateral Offset Combined |
| Testing: |
Dye Penetrant Examined | Anchor Install Test& Q.C. Inspection |
U.S Bellows custom-designed a rectangular fabric expansion joint with rounded corners for an exhaust duct application at a gas turbine in Saudi, Arabia. The unit is 70″ W x 126″ L x 17.5″ face-to-face; the fabric belt is PTFE and the framework is stainless steel. The expansion joint is designed for an operating temperature range from -20°F to 600°F, an operating pressure of +/- 100″ water column, and a movement of +/- 1″ axial compression and lateral offset combined. A 100% dye-penetrate exam and anchor install test were performed before shipment.
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| Type: |
Neoprene Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
153″ x 55″ x 21″ |
| Design: |
EPDM Reinforced Fabric Cloth | Carbon Steel |
| Material: |
200°F, +/- 100″ WC, & 1″ Axial |
| Testing: |
Hydro-tested |
This EPDM neoprene expansion joint was designed for an air recirculation/ventilation application at a gas turbine facility in Hungary by U.S. Bellows. The unit is 153″ in length x 55″ width x 21″ face-to-face. The fabric belt is made from EPDM reinforced fabric cloth and the framework from A572 Gr. 50 carbon steel. It is designed for an operating temperature up to 200°F with a +/- 100″ water column and 1″ of axial compression and lateral deflection. The expansion joint was hydro-tested prior to shipment.
| Type: |
Neoprene Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
153″ x 55″ x 21″ |
| Design: |
EPDM Reinforced Fabric Cloth | Carbon Steel |
| Material: |
200°F, +/- 100″ WC, & 1″ Axial |
| Testing: |
Hydro-tested |
This EPDM neoprene expansion joint was designed for an air recirculation/ventilation application at a gas turbine facility in Hungary by U.S. Bellows. The unit is 153″ in length x 55″ width x 21″ face-to-face. The fabric belt is made from EPDM reinforced fabric cloth and the framework from A572 Gr. 50 carbon steel. It is designed for an operating temperature up to 200°F with a +/- 100″ water column and 1″ of axial compression and lateral deflection. The expansion joint was hydro-tested prior to shipment.
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| Type: |
Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
83″ diameter / 20″ face-to-face |
| Material: |
PTFE Fabric Belt / 304 Stainless Steel |
| Design: |
500°-1500°F at +/-2″ water column & 1 1/2″-6 1/2″ axial compression |
| Testing: |
100% Dye-Penetrant |
U.S. Bellows custom engineered this fabric expansion joint for a gas and water vapor application at a rotating dryer facility. It is fabricated from a 3-layer PTFE belt with a 304 stainless steel frame and 2205 duplex framing. The unit is 83″ in diameter and 20″ face-to-face. The expansion joint is designed for an operating temperature ranging from 500°-1500°F at a +/- 2″ water column pressure and 1 1/2″-6 1/2″ of axial compression. A 100% dye-penetrant examination was conducted on the unit prior to shipment.
| Type: |
Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
83″ diameter / 20″ face-to-face |
| Material: |
PTFE Fabric Belt / 304 Stainless Steel |
| Design: |
500°-1500°F at +/-2″ water column & 1 1/2″-6 1/2″ axial compression |
| Testing: |
100% Dye-Penetrant |
U.S. Bellows custom engineered this fabric expansion joint for a gas and water vapor application at a rotating dryer facility. It is fabricated from a 3-layer PTFE belt with a 304 stainless steel frame and 2205 duplex framing. The unit is 83″ in diameter and 20″ face-to-face. The expansion joint is designed for an operating temperature ranging from 500°-1500°F at a +/- 2″ water column pressure and 1 1/2″-6 1/2″ of axial compression. A 100% dye-penetrant examination was conducted on the unit prior to shipment.
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| Type: |
Rectangular Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
136″ x 45″ x 12″ |
| Material: |
PTFE Fiberglass Reinforced Fabric Belt / 304 Stainless Steel |
| Design |
-20°F to 650°F at a +/- 100″ water column |
| Testing: |
100% Dye-Penetrant |
U.S. Bellows fabricated this rectangular fabric expansion joint for a natural gas application at a gas turbine facility. The fabric belt is made from PTFE fiberglass reinforced and the frame and liner from 304 stainless steel. The unit is 136″ long x 45″ wide x 12″ face-to-face. It is designed for an operating temperature ranging from -20°F to 650°F with a pressure of +/- 100″ water column. A dye penetrant examination was performed on all welds prior to shipment.
| Type: |
Rectangular Fabric Expansion Joint |
| Size: |
136″ x 45″ x 12″ |
| Material: |
PTFE Fiberglass Reinforced Fabric Belt / 304 Stainless Steel |
| Design |
-20°F to 650°F at a +/- 100″ water column |
| Testing: |
100% Dye-Penetrant |
U.S. Bellows fabricated this rectangular fabric expansion joint for a natural gas application at a gas turbine facility. The fabric belt is made from PTFE fiberglass reinforced and the frame and liner from 304 stainless steel. The unit is 136″ long x 45″ wide x 12″ face-to-face. It is designed for an operating temperature ranging from -20°F to 650°F with a pressure of +/- 100″ water column. A dye penetrant examination was performed on all welds prior to shipment.
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U.S. Bellows designed this fabric expansion joint for a gas turbine application. The dimensions for the expansion joint are 153” x 55” x 21”. The fabric belt is made from reinforced neoprene, while the frame and liner are fabricated from A572 Gr.50 carbon steel. The expansion joint is designed for -20°F/+200°F at +/- 100″ water column. A 100% dye-penetrant examination on the welds was preformed prior to shipment.
U.S. Bellows designed this fabric expansion joint for a gas turbine application. The dimensions for the expansion joint are 153” x 55” x 21”. The fabric belt is made from reinforced neoprene, while the frame and liner are fabricated from A572 Gr.50 carbon steel. The expansion joint is designed for -20°F/+200°F at +/- 100″ water column. A 100% dye-penetrant examination on the welds was preformed prior to shipment.
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These fabric expansion joints were fabricated from stainless steel pipe and flanges with a three layer fabric belt protected by an insulation pillow. Each joint is 44″ ID x 40″ face-to-face and designed for 3 PSIG at 845°F. The expansion joints are designed for a lateral movement of 1/2″ and an angular rotation of 1.5°. Stainless steel covers were included to protect the fabric expansion element from possible outside damage.
These fabric expansion joints were fabricated from stainless steel pipe and flanges with a three layer fabric belt protected by an insulation pillow. Each joint is 44″ ID x 40″ face-to-face and designed for 3 PSIG at 845°F. The expansion joints are designed for a lateral movement of 1/2″ and an angular rotation of 1.5°. Stainless steel covers were included to protect the fabric expansion element from possible outside damage.
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U.S. Bellows designed a 20″ x 13″ rectangular fabric expansion joint for a plant in Louisiana. This unit was custom designed to improve the current design by eliminating the need for insulation. The fabric belt consists of five layers and the frame is fabricated from 321 stainless steel. The expansion joint is designed for 1-7/8″ lateral movement at 1350°F and ± 10 psig and was 100% dye-penetrant tested prior to shipment.
U.S. Bellows designed a 20″ x 13″ rectangular fabric expansion joint for a plant in Louisiana. This unit was custom designed to improve the current design by eliminating the need for insulation. The fabric belt consists of five layers and the frame is fabricated from 321 stainless steel. The expansion joint is designed for 1-7/8″ lateral movement at 1350°F and ± 10 psig and was 100% dye-penetrant tested prior to shipment.
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These fabric expansion joints were custom designed for offshore oil extraction and natural gas project. They are 105″ dia. x 24″ O.A.L. 309 stainless steel was used for the duct, 310 for the liners, 316 for the covers, 321 for the studs, 309 for the flanges. The fabric belt was a three-layer belt with an inner layer of glass cloth, a layer of Kaowool, and an outside layer of reinforced PTFE. The expansion joints were designed for 1 psig at a temperature of 1100°F. They are designed for 4″ axial compression, a 1″ extension, and a 0.5″ lateral offset. All welds were 100% dye-penetrant examined prior to shipment.
These fabric expansion joints were custom designed for offshore oil extraction and natural gas project. They are 105″ dia. x 24″ O.A.L. 309 stainless steel was used for the duct, 310 for the liners, 316 for the covers, 321 for the studs, 309 for the flanges. The fabric belt was a three-layer belt with an inner layer of glass cloth, a layer of Kaowool, and an outside layer of reinforced PTFE. The expansion joints were designed for 1 psig at a temperature of 1100°F. They are designed for 4″ axial compression, a 1″ extension, and a 0.5″ lateral offset. All welds were 100% dye-penetrant examined prior to shipment.
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A total of three rectangular fabric expansion joints and six round fabric expansion joints were custom designed for an offshore oil extraction and natural gas project. The rectangular joints are 56″ x 81″ I.D. x 25″ O.A.L. and the round joints are 105″ dia. x 24″ O.A.L. 309 stainless steel was used for the duct, 310 for the liners, 316 for the covers, 321 for the studs, 309 for the flanges. The fabric belt was a three layer belt with an inner layer of glass cloth, a layer of Kaowool and an outside layer of reinforced PTFE. The expansion joints were designed for 1 psig at a temperature of 1100°F. The rectangular joints were designed for 2″ axial compression, a 1″ extension, and a 1″ lateral offset. The round joints were designed for 4″ axial compression, a 1″ extension, and a 0.5″ lateral offset. All welds were 100% dye-penetrant examined prior to shipment.
A total of three rectangular fabric expansion joints and six round fabric expansion joints were custom designed for an offshore oil extraction and natural gas project. The rectangular joints are 56″ x 81″ I.D. x 25″ O.A.L. and the round joints are 105″ dia. x 24″ O.A.L. 309 stainless steel was used for the duct, 310 for the liners, 316 for the covers, 321 for the studs, 309 for the flanges. The fabric belt was a three layer belt with an inner layer of glass cloth, a layer of Kaowool and an outside layer of reinforced PTFE. The expansion joints were designed for 1 psig at a temperature of 1100°F. The rectangular joints were designed for 2″ axial compression, a 1″ extension, and a 1″ lateral offset. The round joints were designed for 4″ axial compression, a 1″ extension, and a 0.5″ lateral offset. All welds were 100% dye-penetrant examined prior to shipment.
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This rectangular fabric expansion joint is designed for high air circulation flow for an air cooling loop duct in a power plant. It measures 81″ L x 18″ W x 16″ face-to-face, and is fabricated with stainless steel angle, frame ends and internal liner. The fabric belt material is reinforced silicone fabric cloth, which can withstand temperatures up to 550°F. This expansion joint is rated for axial movement of +/- 1″ with a 1/2″ lateral offset. A 100% dye-penetrant test on all welds was conducted prior to a quality assurance inspection prior to shipment.
This rectangular fabric expansion joint is designed for high air circulation flow for an air cooling loop duct in a power plant. It measures 81″ L x 18″ W x 16″ face-to-face, and is fabricated with stainless steel angle, frame ends and internal liner. The fabric belt material is reinforced silicone fabric cloth, which can withstand temperatures up to 550°F. This expansion joint is rated for axial movement of +/- 1″ with a 1/2″ lateral offset. A 100% dye-penetrant test on all welds was conducted prior to a quality assurance inspection prior to shipment.
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This rectangular fabric expansion joint will be used in an exhaust duct in a power plant. It measures 136″ L x 54″ W x 12″ face-to-face and is fabricated with stainless steel angle, frame ends, and internal liner. The fabric belt material is PTFE coated glass cloth, which is low friction and high in tear/crease resistance and tensile strength. This expansion joint is rated for an axial movement of 1-1/2″ with a lateral offset of 1/2″ and maximum temperatures up to 600°F. A quality inspection was administered, including a 100% dye-penetrant test prior to shipment.
This rectangular fabric expansion joint will be used in an exhaust duct in a power plant. It measures 136″ L x 54″ W x 12″ face-to-face and is fabricated with stainless steel angle, frame ends, and internal liner. The fabric belt material is PTFE coated glass cloth, which is low friction and high in tear/crease resistance and tensile strength. This expansion joint is rated for an axial movement of 1-1/2″ with a lateral offset of 1/2″ and maximum temperatures up to 600°F. A quality inspection was administered, including a 100% dye-penetrant test prior to shipment.
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This neoprene fabric expansion joint is 42″ I.D. by 7-3/4″ face-to-face and is designed for a generator cooling fan in a power plant. The angle frame ends are fabricated from carbon steel, and the neoprene fabric belt is fastened to the angle flanges by two stainless steel clamps. The expansion joint absorbs vibration between the air supply duct and the cooling fan. A 100% dye-penetrant exam was performed on the welds of the angle iron flanges prior to shipping to the customer ahead of schedule.
This neoprene fabric expansion joint is 42″ I.D. by 7-3/4″ face-to-face and is designed for a generator cooling fan in a power plant. The angle frame ends are fabricated from carbon steel, and the neoprene fabric belt is fastened to the angle flanges by two stainless steel clamps. The expansion joint absorbs vibration between the air supply duct and the cooling fan. A 100% dye-penetrant exam was performed on the welds of the angle iron flanges prior to shipping to the customer ahead of schedule.
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U.S. Bellows designed and fabricated a 78″ fabric expansion joint and duct work assembly with a 90° elbow for a sulphuric acid plant in Louisiana. A stress analysis was performed to determine thermal movements and spring supports, loads and travel.
The ducts are fabricated from carbon steel and are 30″ long. The expansion joint is designed for 750°F at 5 PSIG with 2.5″ lateral deflection (cold preset) and 2″ axial compression. Cradle supports and a “big ton” spring support were also fabricated for this project.
U.S. Bellows designed and fabricated a 78″ fabric expansion joint and duct work assembly with a 90° elbow for a sulphuric acid plant in Louisiana. A stress analysis was performed to determine thermal movements and spring supports, loads and travel.
The ducts are fabricated from carbon steel and are 30″ long. The expansion joint is designed for 750°F at 5 PSIG with 2.5″ lateral deflection (cold preset) and 2″ axial compression. Cradle supports and a “big ton” spring support were also fabricated for this project.
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Using expansion joints on piping depends upon the configuration of the piping where you will place the expansion joint to absorb thermal expansion or contraction.
Using expansion joints on piping depends upon the configuration of the piping where you will place the expansion joint to absorb thermal expansion or contraction.
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This air duct fabric expansion joint has a unique design that allows for lateral movement of 2″ in any direction. It will be used in an air duct system as a transition piece between the air blower and the air duct. This expansion joint is fabricated with Alpha 827 fabric cloth and A36 carbon steel flanges and has a design temperature of 300&def;F at .1 PSIG. The top flange measures 68-5/8″ L x 57-5/8″ W, and the bottom flange measures 53-5/8″ L x 64-5/8″ W.
This air duct fabric expansion joint has a unique design that allows for lateral movement of 2″ in any direction. It will be used in an air duct system as a transition piece between the air blower and the air duct. This expansion joint is fabricated with Alpha 827 fabric cloth and A36 carbon steel flanges and has a design temperature of 300&def;F at .1 PSIG. The top flange measures 68-5/8″ L x 57-5/8″ W, and the bottom flange measures 53-5/8″ L x 64-5/8″ W.
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This fabric expansion joints‘ frame and liner are fabricated from 304 stainless steel. The three-layer fabric belt consists of an inner layer of silica cloth, a middle layer of mineral wool, and an outer layer of PTFE/coated fiberglass. The dye-penetrant examination was performed on all welds of the expansion joint’s frame prior to shipping.
This fabric expansion joints‘ frame and liner are fabricated from 304 stainless steel. The three-layer fabric belt consists of an inner layer of silica cloth, a middle layer of mineral wool, and an outer layer of PTFE/coated fiberglass. The dye-penetrant examination was performed on all welds of the expansion joint’s frame prior to shipping.
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