An external or internal ridge, or rim is known as a flange. The main uses for flanges are for strength, for connecting to another object, and in keeping rail wheels from derailing. The flange of an iron beam is an example of use for strength; the flange on the end of a pipe is an example of use for connecting. …
Forged Components, Inc. (FCI) is one of the world’s top ASME section VIII division 1 vessel manufacturers, offering a huge range of standard connections designed to meet these important manufacturing guidelines. The company specializes in ASME pressure vessel connections forging, machining, and manufacturing, offering a number of connections, such as studding outlets, Q-Lip nozzles, LWN, butt weld stub end connections, …
Various types of contact surfaces require different flange facings to help to seat the gasket. The flange facings provide the points of contact that are necessary in order to seal the pipe. Most often flanges are used in large piping such as in refineries and other areas where a mistake can cost a great deal in terms of finances and …
Iron based, carbon steel contains more than carbon. It is also inclusive of manganese and many other elements. Pipes, piping applications, pipefittings and pressure containing parts are all items that use carbon steel in their makeup. Carbon Steel Forgings in Different Industries Forgings created of carbon steel can be used in many different ways. Primarily they are used in oil …
At Forged Components Inc., we are proud to manufacture butt weld fittings that cater to the need for pipefittings that work on both metal and plastic pipe. With three manufacturing locations in Texas, we, at Forged Components have the technical know-how to manufacture butt weld connections that meet all of our customer’s desired specifications. Rigorous Testing for Butt Weld Connections …
The oil and gas industry is one of the foremost users of flanges for pipelines and refineries. There are specific ratings for flanges that are specified by different organizations. These are not unique types of flanges, but rather are ratings given to the flange. Rating Scales for Flanges The ANSI Flange, which is a flange that is specific to American …
Multi-level buildings are a common place to find long weld neck flanges. Other industries using these specialized connections include power generation, petrochemical, and refineries. Forged Components, Inc. (FCI) is a Texas corporation that manufactures specialized and standard connection types and components. One example is the self-reinforced connections for AMSE pressure vessels. Manufacturer of Long Weld Neck Flanges Long weld neck …
Blind flanges are solid disks that are solely created for one purpose. They are used to create stops or to block off a pipeline. The blind flange is created and machined in the same way that a regular flange is made. There are mounting holes around the flange. There are also gasket rings to seal it to be sure that …
Different kinds of flanges are used in a broad range of applications. They are used in many different industries, not least of which is the oil and gas industry. They are used extensively in other industries such as the train and rail industry. How Are Flanges Used? Flanges are used to connect items to each other, such as pipes or …
