Do you know what the flange protectors? Flange protectors are safety elements that prevent splashing on flanges or connections by interposing an impermeable barrier between the medium flowing through the piping system and the outside.
Purpose of flange protectors
The function of the flange protectors is to indicate, temporarily contain and divert the uncontrolled fluid leakage The flange protectors are not intended to seal or prevent leaks, but to prevent the possible occupational hazards that could be caused by such leaks, thus allowing operators to detect and remedy them. Flange protectors are not used to seal or prevent leaks.
Types of flange protectors
At Epidor SRT we offer you a standard range of flange protectors which can cover almost all needs and applications, being able to be installed for example in flanges, valves, threaded joints, pumps, flow meters, expansion compensators, “T” joints, elbows or in control and measuring devices. We also have the capacity to manufacture custom flange protectors, We study each case in order to adapt to each need and offer you a special solution.
Within the standard range you will find several models in various materials suitable for the vast majority of fluids used in industry, whether corrosive or hazardous. However, flange protectors are not suitable for gases or solids.
Fundamental elements of a flange protector
If you select the flange protector You will be able to control virtually all situations. Beforehand, it is important to check that the model is suitable for the conditions of the application. Basically, it is necessary to verify that the flange protector is suitable for the following parameters:
- - Thermal resistance.
- - Chemical compatibility.
- - Resistance to ultraviolet light.
At Epidor SRT We advocate that the use of flange protectors is very relevant in industrial installations because an unexpected leakage of the process fluid in a pressurized system can cause negative consequences, both in terms of occupational safety and in terms of economic losses in the production process or risks to the environment.
Consultation here flange protectors available in our catalog.
