Let’s talk about PEI flex connectors. There’s no two-ways about it: underground sumps are tight spaces. Working in and around them can be really tough, but their job as
For transition between piping systems and large storage tanks, which is better: a hose or expansion joint? Liquid storage terminals consist of above-ground tanks (sometimes numbering in the dozens)
The RP1200 isn’t a new document in the Petroleum Equipment Industry (PEI). The first draft was created back in 2011, final changes made to it in 2017, and state
Remember when we all wondered how the T-1000 was able to liquefy, shapeshift, and repair itself in Terminator 2 back in 1991? We’re told in the film that this
One of the topics we get asked frequently is when to use metal hose. There are many different types of hose available on the market. They include metal, rubber,
Understanding pressure drop is critical to optimizing the performance of a fluid system. In order for liquid or gaseous media (“fluid”) to flow through a piping system, the fluid
Crude oil impacts our life in myriad ways. Every driver on the road is keenly aware of the relatively low gas prices we have been enjoying lately. Remember dire
Protecting flexible metal components: why is it so important? After all, they’re made out of metal, right? Corrugated hose and metallic expansion joints are common ways to allow for flexibility
Many factors go into designing and building a gas station. How many islands will there be? What types of fuel will be offered? Flexible pipe or fiberglass pipe? These
Many types of expansion devices are used in industrial applications. Why are they necessary? As piping systems heat and cool, they experience changes in length caused by thermal expansion
It is important for a salesperson to be able to identify and prevent hose failures at the jobsite. Asking questions about the application requirements, conducting proper training on hose
End Fittings: How does Pipe differ from Tube? When you look at general fittings classifications, pipe fittings are defined as a part used in a piping system: for changing
If no special options or accessories are needed, there are four basic components to a corrugated metal hose: The tube (or hose itself), the braid, the braid collars, and
There are 3 key variables in selecting a metal hose: pressure-carrying capability, flexibility, and chemical compatibility. Once you’ve determined your application requires a metal hose, the next step is
Once you’ve determined your application requires a metal hose, the next step is selecting a metal hose to ensure the assembly will safely meet the rigors of each application.
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