How to select chemical-resistant fabric expansion joints for flue gas applications?
Choosing chemical-resistant fabric expansion joints for flue gas applications requires a systematic engineering evaluation of the operating conditions, materials performance, structural design, and installation implications. Properly specified fabric joints accommodate thermal movements, corrosive atmospheres, low pressures, and velocity-related erosion while minimising stress on adjacent ductwork. The following approach provides a technically robust framework tailored to engineers, […]
Fabric expansion joint failure causes in power plants
In the high pressure environment of power plants, fabric expansion joints play an indispensable role in maintaining operational efficiency and safety. These flexible connectors are the unsung heroes, absorbing the thermal expansion and contraction that occurs within the plant’s piping systems. Yet, despite their critical function, these there are fabric expansion joint failure causes, posing […]
Industrial Expansion Joints for the Energy Sector
Meet Jake Waterhouse, Managing Director at Dekomte | Expansion Joint Technology. Industrial expansion joints play a crucial role in the energy sector, serving as essential components that accommodate movement in pipelines and other structures. These joints are designed to absorb thermal expansion, vibrations, and various forces, thereby enhancing the efficiency and longevity of energy […]
Chemical Industry Expansion Joint
Installation of a Chemical Industry Expansion Joint by DEKOMTE in Belgium: A Benchmark Project In 2021, DEKOMTE de Temple Kompensator-Technik, a leader in expansion joint technology, marked another milestone with the successful installation of a chemical industry expansion joint in Belgium. This project not only demonstrated DEKOMTE’s technical prowess but also set a new benchmark […]