We do not include the vibration calculations in the normal design calculations, however, if you provide the natural frequency of the vibration, we can consider it.
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Does air between multilayer expansion joints reduce the pressure rating from single thickness?
There will be reduction of the pressure capacity of the bellows.
Read MoreCan you explain how carbon steel does not have sufficient elasticity?
Compared to stainless steel, carbon steel has modulus of elasticity at a higher temperature
Read MoreCan expansion joints be repaired in the field?
We can send technicians to the field for certain repairs, however, it depends on the extent of the repair.
Read MoreCan double gimbal expansion joints be self-stable if applied horizontally?
Yes, the gimbal hardware of a gimbal expansion joint can be designed to support the weight of adjacent piping.
Read MoreAre you carrying out finite element analysis for designing the bellows?
Yes we are able to perform finite element analysis for bellows design. Normal bellows design is based on EJMA equations.
Read MoreAre there special considerations for bellows material that do not have a fatigue endurance limit such as titanium?
We do not make bellows out of titanium but every material has their fatigue cycle. Titanium has higher stress allow-ables at temperatures but it does not mean they have infinite cycle life.
Read MoreAre there expansion joints for seismic joints?
Yes there are and US Bellows, Inc. can design and manufacture these.
Read MoreAre hinged pipe expansion joints provided with pin holes?
Some hinge types can be provided with hinge pin holes which are slotted to permit limited axial travel. These slotted hinge types will not resist pressure thrust forces, and anchoring must be provided.
Read MoreWhy is necessary to eliminate excessive flexibility?
October 2, 2015
Excessive flexibility increases material costs, increases pressure drops, increase vibration, and creates 2-phase flow occurrences.
Read MoreHow are failures due to inadequate flexibility now almost nonexistent?
September 30, 2015
Increase in the number of segments (nodes) reviewed though computer use and use of precise calculations.
Read MoreWhat are individual Stress-Intensification Factors (SIF) applied for?
September 29, 2015
Welds, fittings, branch connections , and other piping components where the possibility of fatigue failure could occur.
Read MoreWhat is the Stress-Intensification Factor?
September 28, 2015
The Stress-Intensification Factor is the ratio of the maximum stress intensity compared to the nominal stress.
Read MoreWhat does the Maximum Shear Stress Theory state?
September 18, 2015
The maximum shear stress theory states that failure of a piping component occurs when the maximum shear stress exceeds the shear stress at the yield point in a tensile test.
Read MoreOut of the Six Theories of Failure, which are the 2 that are the most widely used?
September 17, 2015
The Maximum Principle Stress Theory and Maximum Shear Stress Theory
Read MoreWhat does the Maximum Principle Stress Theory state?
This theory states that yielding in a piping component occurs when the magnitude of any of the three mutually perpendicular principal stresses exceeds the yield strength of the material.
Read MoreWhat are the 5 modes of failure of piping design?
September 16, 2015
Failure by general yielding, yielding at sub-elevated temperature, brittle fractures, and fatigue.
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of Stress Analysis?
Stress analysis ensures the safety of piping and piping components, safety of connected equipment and supporting structure, and that piping deflections are within limits.
Read MoreWhat is Stress Analysis?
September 11, 2015
A term applied to calculations, which address the static and dynamic loading, resulting from the effects of gravity, temperature changes, internal pressures, fluid flow, seismic activity, and any external loads.
Read MoreWhat is the Stress-Strain curve?
It is a visual representation of the effects of various loading conditions on a piping system between stress and strain.
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