An expansion joint system allows pipes to accommodate high pressures and stresses from mechanical force. Manufactured out of stainless steel, nickel alloys and sometimes out of fabrics, these joints allow the system to absorb movement and pressure without being compromised. These systems are very sophisticated and rely on proper engineering and materials to function correctly.

The Basics of Expansion Joint Systems

Expansion joint systems make use of convolutions in the material employed to absorb different types of movement. For instance, a system may be subjected to mechanical movement if there is a seismic event. In these cases, the expansion joint will allow the parts it joins to move so that there isn't a break in the line. In some cases, it is the medium itself that causes the stress on the joint and the system.

Tough Environments

In a high-pressure or high pressure environment, the metal may be subjected to a great deal of force and to changes in size when its temperature rises or drops. Expansion joint systems employ a bellows design that allows them to expand and contract as needed to absorb this movement and force. This provides a great deal of resilience in the system and allows for high-pressure and temperature mediums to be exchanged and transported via ducts.

The Benefits of Expansion Joint Systems

Without expansion joint systems, most modern HVAC and manufacturing machinery would not function. These systems allow for a great deal of pressure to be maintained in a line. They also allow safety in situations where mechanical stress, such as that which would be cause by a seismic event, affects a line. Senior Flexonics Pathway can manufacture expansion joint systems for the most trying of environments. Their offerings extend up to the very large systems that are needed for the most demanding and advanced manufacturing processes and they have the expertise to install and field assemble these devices.

The bellows design of expansion joint systems cannot be replaced in certain situations. Having them manufactured up to the exacting standards that some industries require and ensuring that they are installed correctly can be assured by Senior Flexonics Pathway. When these systems have to be designed to custom specifications, there is no substitute for the engineering expertise and industry experience of SFP. No matter what types of devices are required, SFP can provide them in the materials and design required for any assembly.