When choosing flanges, flange facing type and finish—in addition to flange material and class—are important considerations. Without the correct facing type and related options, your piping system may not meet the minimum requirements, leading to leakage or failure. How do
Flanges are manufactured using three main techniques: casting, cutting from rolled plate material, or forging. No matter the technique, the basic flange production includes processing raw materials, then forming them to the appropriate specifications. Flanges are finished to meet the
Blinds are flanges without a center bore (hole or opening) and are available in both Raised Face (RF) and Flat Face (FF) styles. While most flange types create a connection point that allows the flow of liquid, gas, or air,
When it comes to piping system needs, there’s more to consider than flanges alone. Other articles in our Resource Center cover flanges, but this article covers the other fittings used in a piping system. Pipe fittings and connectors are integral
When purchasing flanges, you must consider the flange material in addition to physical measurements and bolt hole alignment. The chemical composition and physical properties are important in determining whether a material will be appropriate for a given application. You can
A Mill Certification Report is a certified record of the physical and chemical properties of raw materials and is used in the metal industry—more specifically, for steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials. This quality assurance document certifies that the metal
In this introduction to flanges, we’ll cover the different types of flange attachment methods, which flanges to choose for a variety of applications, and an overview of pressure and temperature ratings and how they apply to different types of piping
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