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Flanges & Custom Parts For
The Data Center Industry

By combining advanced machining, durable materials, and precision design, API International delivers flanges and fittings that meet the highest standards for performance, safety, and efficiency. Our products are built to handle the demanding requirements of data center infrastructure.

OUR ROLE IN THE

DATA CENTER INDUSTRY

API International, Inc. helps keep data centers running efficiently with reliable flanges, fittings, and custom-machined parts. Whether it’s cooling systems, water distribution, or backup power lines, our products are built to perform under pressure and support continuous uptime.

With a large inventory, quick shipping, and a full-service machine shop, we make it easy to get the right parts when you need them. Our team works directly with engineers to ensure every component meets exact specs- keeping projects on time and systems running smoothly.

Our Process

Define Customer Requirements

We begin by understanding your goals, whether it's reducing cost, improving quality, or launching a new product. Together, we define technical and commercial requirements to ensure full alignment from the start.

Global Manufacturing Capabilities

With worldwide manufacturing resources, API International provides both standard and custom flange solutions. Our network of facilities and in-house expertise allow us to deliver the right fit for your needs, whether it’s off-the-shelf or built to specification.

Collaborative Development

Our engineers work closely with customers to refine designs, reduce costs, and ensure manufacturability. We stay connected with your team throughout to keep progress clear and efficient.

Approval & Launch

After final review of samples, production begins. Our team oversees quality and delivery coordination to ensure smooth execution and traceability from start to finish.

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Data Center Industry

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Data Center Industry

Data Center Flange &
Pipe Fitting FAQs

Flanges and fittings are most commonly used anywhere a data center needs serviceable, leak-tight, pressure-rated connections, especially on:

  • Cooling systems 
  • Water distribution and utility piping 
  • Backup power lines

It depends on the service, downtime tolerance, and maintenance access requirements.

Common connection methods include:

  • Flanged joints: bolted, gasketed connections used for pumps/valves/equipment tie-ins where you want serviceability.
  • Grooved couplings and fittings: widely used for faster installation and easier maintenance access in mechanical rooms and plant piping (common on HVAC/data center cooling infrastructure).
  • Expansion joints: used where vibration, thermal growth, or movement needs to be absorbed near equipment/nozzles and long runs.

Most data center piping projects specify recognized standards so dimensions, bolt patterns, and pressure–temperature ratings match the piping spec and mating equipment.

Common standards include:

  • AWWA C207 (steel ring/plate flanges) — widely used for larger-diameter, plate-style flanges in industrial service (including mining).
  • AWWA C228 (stainless steel pipe flanges) — commonly specified when stainless steel construction is required for corrosion resistance and waterworks-style bolt-up compatibility.
  • ANSI / ASME drilled patterns (often referenced by “Class,” such as Class 150 drill pattern) when the bolt pattern needs to match ANSI / ASME-style mating equipment.

Flanges can be welded or screwed on, depending on the type of flange and piping system requirements. When selecting a flange type, some important aspects include pressure capacity, pipe size, and intended application.

Common flange types include:

To order flanges and pipe fittings for data center projects from API International, determine your pipe size first, then confirm the required standard and drill pattern (for example, AWWA C207, AWWA C228, or ANSI / ASME drilled patterns referenced by Class such as Class 150). Include the system service details (cooling systems, water distribution, or backup power lines) and the operating pressure and temperature. With a large inventory, quick shipping, and a full service machine shop, API International helps you get the right parts when you need them. Our experienced team will help you select the right flange and fittings for your application.

About API International

Not all flanges are made the same

At API International, our custom manufacturing capabilities set us apart. With an in-house machine shop, we transform your designs into precision parts quickly. From single prototypes to full production runs, we deliver cost‑effective pricing, dependable performance, and rapid turnaround. Flexible material options and rigorous quality checks ensure consistency from part to part.

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The 4 Advantages
of API

Tested, Trusted,
Proven

99.5% order accuracy rate
Our boots-on-the-ground approach ensures close collaboration with our suppliers. Every flange, valve, and fitting undergoes rigorous inspection and thorough documentation, ensuring consistent performance and reduced field issues.

Delivery You Can
Count On

Active customers in all 50 states + Canada and Mexico
When your schedule is on the line, knowing our U.S. warehouses are stocked and orders ship same-day gives you peace of mind, so you can focus on the task at hand, not the clock.

Your Specs, Our Precision

700+ machined-to-spec parts created each year
Collaborate directly with our engineers to bring your unique specifications to life, ensuring every component performs as if it were built with your project in mind.

Personalized Support

1,500+ unique customers served over 45+ years
Our dedicated account team partners with you from quote to delivery, answering questions and offering expert advice so you can make confident decisions and avoid costly delays.

Industry Experience

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