EagleBurgmann - Fabric Expansion Jont PDF
EagleBurgmann - Fabric Expansion Jont PDF
EagleBurgmann - Fabric Expansion Jont PDF
Fabric expansion
joints
Value engineering raised on global EagleBurgmann KE’s comprehensive EagleBurgmann KE is a respected
experience service: member of:
Over 50 years of challenges in the expansion joint Evaluations and troubleshooting The European Sealing Association (ESA)
industry proves that EagleBurgmann KE is one of the Initial dimensional measurements Fluid Sealing Association (FSA)
world’s most experienced and innovative expansion Installation and refurbishment Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association (EJMA)
joint manufacturers. Supervision and training Euro-Qualiflex
Plant surveys
Experience is sourced from all continents and various Emergency services EagleBurgmann KE is proud of the appreciation given
market sectors to provide our customers with the Final inspection by experienced Service Engineers from hundreds of customers around the world.
latest technologies and solutions.
EagleBurgmann KE is approved to: EagleBurgmann KE’s global
Metal and fabric expansion joints are flexible con- PED 97/23/EC manufacturing footprint:
nections, installed in piping and ducting systems to ISO 3834-2 Europe
accommodate expansion and vibration caused by ISO 9001 Americas
changes in temperature, pressure and media comprise. ISO 14001 South East Asia
OHSAS 18001 India
EagleBurgmann KE’s major focuses: ASME U Stamp
Value engineering to decrease operational downtime ASME R Stamp We have a worldwide sales network supported by
Lean manufacturing to reduce costs Other approvals are available upon EagleBurgmann and Freudenberg offices.
3D smart design to maximize overall service life customer request
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P4. Introduction
Fabric expansion joints are easy to transport. Fabric expansion joints requires little space for installation. High temperature expansion joints may be designed to reduce
surface temperature.
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Test & Quality Inspection
Raw materials, semi-finished products and complete The chemical resistance of our products are veri- Application technology
expansion joint constructions undergo both general fied using our in-house test rig where the material i.e. to know the requirements imposed on an expan-
and comprehensive tests and control procedures. is exposed to concentrated aggressive media in an sion joint from different processes and industries,
accelerated environment. The tested material is then play a major role in order to design the right expan-
These tests and control procedures include recog- checked carefully to determine what damage (if any) sion joint.
nized standard tests according to DIN norms etc. the material has sustained.
and more advanced tests which simulate the actual Based on our test and research results, we are able
conditions, under which the expansion joint construc- Fabrics that are exposed to high temperatures must to document the operational reliability and lifetime of
tion must operate. maintain their mechanical properties to a certain an expansion joint for a given application. We also
extent. These materials are therefore subjected to carry out customer-specific tests.
Entry control high temperature for a specific period of time and
plays an important role in ensuring that the quality then tested to ensure that their mechanical proper- By default, all expansion joint constructions can be
of expansion joints is constantly maintained at the ties are retained within an acceptable level. tested with regard to:
highest possible level. Flexibility rate of the expansion joint type
In-house lifetime simulation Leakage rate of the expansion joint type
EagleBurgmann KE has in-house capabilities to test: can be performed on request by EagleBurgmann KE Sound insulation properties of the expansion joint
Flexibility developed test equipment. Lifetime can be simulated Temperature distribution (heat/energy loss)
Temperature resistance on our high cycle fatigue or low cycle fatigue move- through the expansion joint
Tensile, abrasive and tear strength ment simulator. The simulator will test expansion FEM (Finite Element Method) of expansion joint
Mechanical strength joint units in axial or lateral direction, and test the and steel parts with regard to life and fatigue
Chemical resistance material to a total of 100.000 movements.
Heat convection Each product undergo final inspection before being
Recovery rate after compression shipped from the factory ensuring that the delivered
Fibre size and number product lives up to customer expectations.
Weaving and the strength of same
Low cycle fatigue test rig. High cycle fatigue test rig. Result of FEM analysis.
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Criteria for Applications & Design
Essentially, the following should be considered: Lateral offset The following requirements can be made:
Overstretching Nekal tightness
Friction along the sleeve Flue gas tightness
Presetting
Combination of movements Solid matter
might contaminate the medium which will influence both
Pressure the design and the construction. In principle, the expan-
will affect the design (type of fabric and number of sion joint should be protected from abrasive media.
layers). The following distinctions are made:
Positive pressure (normal, peak) The main considerations concerning solid matters are:
Negative pressure (normal, peak) Content (mg/Nm3)
Variations of pressure (pulsations) Grain size (µm)
Pressure surges Arrangement of duct (horizontal, vertical, diagonal)
Design/operating pressure Direction of flow (upwards, downwards)
Torsion Flow rate
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Temperature External influences Temperatures below dew point
has important influence on the design, the type and Ambient temperature may occour if the plant is stopped, or if it is operat-
the construction. The outer cover materials are pro- The design of expansion joints is usually based on a ing at a partial load, depending on the process used.
tected from thermal damage by insulating layers, the given ambient temperature. Higher ambient tempera- The arising humidity results in an increased chemical
thickness and numbers of which are depending on tures are met by adjusting the insulation thickness load on the expansion joint and the duct work as well.
the temperature. accordingly.
Insulation of the expansion joint can be an efficient
The most important values to consider are: Weathering measure to prevent the temperature from constantly
Operating temperature Cover plates have proved as a suitable measure falling below the dew point.
Excursion temperature against the influences of rain, snow, sand storms etc.
Variations in temperature These plates may also serve as a protection against Temperatures below dew point will influence:
Design temperature contact. Choice of material
Ambient temperature Design of the flange area
Construction
1,000 °C 160 °C
Fluastal Temperature not
below dew point
650 °C
Combine-X
575 °C
Thermoflex, Fluaflex & Flexgen 200 °C
Temperature
Media temperature
425 °C
Fluachem fluoropolymer
Expansion joint with outside insulation.
300 °C
KE-Flex Fluachem elastomer
20 °C
-35 °C
None Limited High Increased chemical load
Chemical load 100 °C Formation of condensate Corrosion
Temperature and chemical load range of standard fabric Expansion joint with cover plate. Expansion joint without outside insulation.
products.
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Basic Configuration
PFH-100 belt configuration Convoluted bellows expansion joint (belt connection) Inner sleeve
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Insulation / bolsters There are three types of insulating techniques: Fastening elements
Reduce the temperature of the sealing and ther- 1. Insulation integrated in the expansion joint layers are used to fit the expansion joint to the duct end.
mally sensitive layers 2. An insulation bolster bag, i.e. insulation materials For less complicated expansion joints (e.g. belt
Protect the expansion joint from fly ash etc. protected by wire mesh or glass fabric, forming a types), clamping bands may be sufficient. The higher
Pupport the expansion joint in case of pulsations unity with or without flanges the requirements are with regards to pressure, tem-
in the duct 3. Loose insulating materials resting between the perature, tightness etc., the more sophisticated the
Reduce noise expansion joint and the sleeve fastening method will be.
Refractory lining
protects the duct at very high temperatures. Refractory
lining is a layer of highly temperature resistant material
attached to the inside of the duct, which protects the
duct against thermal and mechanical wear of the flow
medium.
Bolster filling out the gap between expansion joint and sleeve. Stainless steel clamping band. Backing flange.
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Standard Designs
Single-layer expansion joints Multi-layer expansion joints Which design of expansion joint
consist of one material layer only. Depending on the are designed with carefully selected layers and com- is best suited, depends on a number of factors, such
working conditions, the layer is manufactured from prises four groups of materials: as size of the duct cross-section, site conditions,
either fabrics, various fluoroelastomers, or fluoropoly- sleeve construction, type of application etc.
mers with fabric reinforcement as composite materials. Outer cover material
Acts as supporting layer (especially for the gas-tight Fabric expansion joints may be supplied as:
Single-layer expansion joints offer the utmost tightness foil) and protects the inner layers against weathering
and chemical resistance as is required when exposed and mechanical impact from the outside. In most Closed type
to heavy condensate and aggressive medias. EagleBurg- cases the material is coated or laminated and may For vertical flanges and flat belt connections
mann KE supplies both the PTFE-based fluoropolymers also function as gas sealing barrier. Stainless steel Accurate dimensions required
and the original virgin (FKM) fluoroelastomers, specifically wire mesh and steel bands are further used for Usually supplied with pre-punched holes
designed for applications in flue gas cleaning systems. special designs to give added mechanical protection Steel components may be supplied separately
and dimensional stability.
Open type
Gas-tight foil Closed on site
is the sealing layer that ensures gas tightness of the Not usually supplied with holes
expansion joint. It is usually imbedded between fabric Ideal for stockkeeping as spare parts
layers or integrated in the outer cover. It is imperme- Quick replacement and assembly in case of damage
able and chemically resistant.
Expansion joint units
Insulating materials Installation into the duct is simple and quick
protect both the gas sealing foil and the other expan- Transport brackets hold the unit in place during
sion joint layers from high media temperatures. transport and installation
Large units are transported in sections and welded
Temperature-resistant fabrics on-site, for easier transportation and installation.
are used to protect the gas sealing foil and/or the
insulation materials.
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Single-layer expansion joint. Multi-layer expansion joint. Open type multi-layer expansion joint.
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Flange reinforcement for protection Outer cover material,
of the expansion joint and additional laminated with PTFE
Ambient temperature 30 °C insulation in the flange area on both sides
Cross-laminated
100 °C Outer cover and gas-tight foil
140 °C Gas-tight foil
Glass fabric
Strips of insulating fabric,
150 °C for extra protection in the
Dew point Insulation flange area
Temperature gradient and flow in a multi-layer expansion joint. Layers in a multi-layer expansion joint.
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Product Types
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KE-Flex Fluachem Fluachem Fluoroelastomer
is a single-layer expansion joint designed to be installed are single-layer expansion joints available in elas- is an elastomeric product, made from FKM/EPDM,
in low temperature ducting with no or relatively unag- tomer and fluoropolymer. The choice of material for high pressure and low temperature applications,
gressive media. depends on the pressure, temperature and chemical with the option of fiber reinforcement.
load the expansion joint will be exposed to. Both
The KE-Flex product line is available in a range of product types are very flexible, have low reactive The elastomers are highly durable, resistant to acids
fabrics, plastics and elastomers. They can be provided forces, can withstand high mechanical loads and are and can withstand high mechanical loads and pulsa-
with rings or reinforced fabrics for stabilization of pres- completely gas tight solutions. tions. The elastomer products will form a self-sealing
sure loads. KE-Flex is supplied with sewn-in or loose connection to the duct without a gasket.
clamping bands or a V- or P-flange construction. They are available for flange and belt connections,
for round and rectangular duct cross-sections and Fluachem Fluoropolymer
This product line is the ideal choice for a wide range in any dimension. The Fluachem products can be is a glass fabric reinforced PTFE expansion joint for
of applications including: delivered with a pre-installed drain nozzle, which installation in chemically aggressive, medium tem-
Vibrating equipment allows for drainage through the expansion joint in perature applications.
Food processing moist conditions.
Heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems The core of these expansion joints is very strong
Separators Fluachem expansion joints are mostly used without glass fabric, protected on one side by a PTFE-based
Powder and granulate conveyor systems insulation. For better flow and abrasion resistance, coating and on the inside by a PTFE foil. This material
it is recommended to install a sleeve in combination structure ensures excellent strength, great flexibility,
with the expansion joint. They are very easy to install. and excellent chemical resistance.
KE-Flex operating limits Fluachem Fluoroelastomer operating limits Fluachem Fluoropolymer operating limits
Temperature: –35 ... +300 °C Temperature: –35 ... +300 °C Temperature: –35 ... +425 °C
Pressure range: –0,25 ... 0,25 bar Pressure range: –0,35 ... 0,35 bar Pressure range: –0,2 ... 0,2 bar
Maximal axial movements: ... 200 mm Maximal axial movements: ... 150 mm Maximal axial movements: ... 200 mm
Maximal lateral movements: ... 80 mm Maximal lateral movements: ... 40 mm Maximal lateral movements: ... 40 mm
See page 17 for further technical details See page 18 for further technical details See page 18 for further technical details
KE-Flex installed in an air duct. Fluachem Elastomer installed in a horizontal duct. Fluachem Fluoropolymer installed in a vertical duct.
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Acouseal Combine-X Fluastal
expansion joints are constructed from a single-layer of is a multi-layer expansion joint. It is specifically is the optimal expansion joint for extreme environ-
EPDM rubber material that has proven to have excel- designed for gas turbine exhaust systems with high ments where high temperatures and high dust loads
lent sound reducing properties. EagleBurgmann KE has operating temperatures, very high gas velocities and occur. It is a multi-layer expansion joint, designed
tested the sound reducing properties of our expansion pulsating gas flows. with stainless steel wire mesh and bands on the gas
joint designs and material selection and the results have side to ensure high form stability and temperature
been verified by the Danish Technological Institute.* Specially designed steel components and sleeve con- resistance.
structions ensure extremely good functionality and
The self-sealing property of the EPDM rubber ensures high operating reliability. The expansion joints are often The Fluastal product line is available in an easy-to-
a 100% gas tight solution without the use of gaskets. delivered as a preassembled unit, which ensures that install option with either a silicone coated outer cover
both the expansion joint and the steel frame designs or the more temperature resistant PTFE based outer
Acouseal expansion joints are typically installed in: are optimized for a long lifecycle of the unit. cover material.
Gas turbine air inlets
Increasing demand to reduce sound emission from Due to the internal layer of wire mesh, Fluastal prod-
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gas turbine systems has caused EagleBurgmann KE ucts are able to withstand higher dust loads and are
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Sound reduction index R (dB)
Temperature: –35 ... +150°C Temperature: –35 ... +650 °C Temperature: –35 ... +575 °C
Pressure range: –0,1 ... 0,1 bar Pressure range: –0,14 ... 0,07 bar Pressure range: –0,2 ... 0,2 bar
Maximal axial movements: ... 30 mm Maximal axial movements: ... 160 mm Maximal axial movements: ... 160 mm
Maximal lateral movements: ... 15 mm Maximal lateral movements: ... 80 mm Maximal lateral movements: ... 80 mm
See page 19 for further technical details See page 20 for further technical details See page 21 for further technical details
Acouseal installed in gas turbine air inlet. Installation of Combine-X on diffuser. Fluastal exposed to lateral movement in horizontal duct.
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Fluaflex, Flexgen and Thermoflex
are simple, yet durable and strong multi-layer The multi-layer design helps reduce the temperature Fluaflex, Flexgen and Thermoflex are typically
expansion joints with unique thermal, chemical and of the sealing layer to an acceptable level and also found in:
mechanical properties. They are designed to be reduces the outside temperature of the expansion Conventional power plants
installed in air and flue gas ducts where the expan- joint to ensure safety of the personnel working close Gas turbine plants
sion joints typically are exposed to dry and chemically to the installation. Incinerator plants
aggressive environments. Cement works
They are available with two cover options; an option Petrochemical plants
The multi-layer construction uses a PTFE based with an easy-to-assemble silicone outer cover or an Pulp and paper plants
material as the gas sealing layer and various insulat- option with a more chemical and temperature resist-
ing layers depending on the working condition of the ant PTFE coated/laminated outer cover.
expansion joint.
Fluaflex, Flexgen and Thermoflex offer excellent flex-
The high flexibility of the materials used for the individ- ibility and can be designed for a large temperature
ual layers ensures a compact design for installation, span and various types of movements for different
which is beneficial where limited space is available. applications.
Temperature: –35 ... +575 °C Temperature: –35 ... +575 °C Temperature: –35 ... +575 °C
Pressure range: –0,2 ... 0,2 bar Pressure range: –0,4 ... 0,14 bar Pressure range: –0,2 ... 0,2 bar
Maximal axial movements: ... 200 mm Maximal axial movements: ... 200 mm Maximal axial movements: ... 170 mm
Maximal lateral movements: ... 80 mm Maximal lateral movements: ... 80 mm Maximal lateral movements: ... 80 mm
See page 22 for further technical details See page 23 for further technical details See page 24 for further technical details
Fluaflex expansion joints being installed in boiler air intakes. Flexgen expansion joints installed as pipe penetration seals. Thermoflex expansion joints as a pre-assembled units.
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Technical Product Data
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KE-Flex
Item description
1. Metal frames
2. Expansion joint
3. Clamp bar
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Fluachem
Item description
1. Metal frames
2. Expansion joint
3. Clamp bar
4. Gasket
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Acouseal
Item description 1
2
1. Duct flange
2. Clamp bar 3
3. Expansion joint 4
4. Duct flange
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Combine-X
Item description
1. Flange reinforcement
2. Pressure carrying layer
3. Gas seal layer
4. Insulation strips
5. Insulation
6. Support layer
7. Mechanical reinforcement
Item description
1. Flange reinforcement
2. Pressure carrying layer/gas seal layer
3. Insulation
4. Insulation
5. Support layer
6. Mechanical reinforcement
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Fluaflex
Item description
1. Flange reinforcement
2. Pressure carrying layer
3. Gas seal layer
4. Insulation layer
5. Support layer
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Flexgen
Item description
1. Flange reinforcement
2. Pressure carrying layer/
gas seal layer
3. Insulation layer
4. Support layer
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Thermoflex
Item description
1. Flange reinforcement
2. Pressure carrying layer
3. Gas seal layer
4. Insulation layer
5. Support layer
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Pre-assembled unit
Expansion joints can be supplied as a pre-assembled Frame material: Units can be delivered with seaworthy packing or
unit for easy installation. Carbon steel standard packing for road transportation.
Stainless steel
The unit consists of: Heat resistant steel
Fabric expansion joint
Metal frames/inner sleeves Pre-assembled expansion joint units can be supplied
Bolster (optional) with surface treatment that is corrosion resistant
Gasket (optional) (standard) and resistant to high temperatures. Eagle-
Fasteners Burgmann KE offers any RAL color code for the units.
Pre-assembled unit with expansion joint and frame. Pre-assembled unit with expansion joint, frame/inner sleeve Pre-assembled unit with frame/inner sleeve, bolster, cladding
and bolster. bolster and cladding plates. Hot-to-cold solution.
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Installation, Service &
Preventive Maintenance
Servicing our customers Safety is the highest priority Our comprehensive services include:
is vital to us. Operational reliability and long service not only for our production and field service personnel, Evaluations and troubleshooting
life of expansion joints is crucial. Unplanned shut but for our customers and users of our products. The Initial dimensional measurements
downs are not only troublesome, but expensive. The safety of all employees and personnel working on Installation & refurbishment
right installation can save hundreds of man-hours your plant or refinery is our greatest concern. Supervision and training
with proper and safe installation. Plant surveys
Our service teams complete routine safety training Emergency services
The key to long-term and reliable expansion joints and certification to ensure each member observes Final inspection by experienced service engineers
is dependent on a professional installation team. current industry safety practices as well as site spe-
EagleBurgmann KE’s service team has extensive cific policies and procedures.
installation experience and supervision on projects
worldwide and can be available 7 days a week,
within 24 to 48 hours.
Emergency hotlines
South East Asia +65 9630 3420
India +91 93805 80508
Middle East +971 55 531 946
Europe +45 21 24 66 32
Fabric expansion joint installed over the manifold. Installation of fabric expansion joint between the diffuser
and diverter in a gas turbine system.
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Expansion Joint
Product Range
Design and engineering capabilities Fabric Expansion Joints Metal Expansion Joints
With more than 50 years of experience as a solution are able to compensate for movements in several are flexible connections installed in piping and ducting
provider, EagleBurgmann KE has developed capabili- directions simultaneously and have almost no reactive systems to accommodate expansion and vibration
ties in solving challenges associated with controlling force. They require little space for installation and are caused by changes in temperature, pressure and media.
thermal expansion of piping and ducting systems. easy to adapt to physical conditions.
EagleBurgmann KE offer a full range of metal expan-
EagleBurgmann KE has a proven track record of Selection of the right fabric expansion joint depends sion joints from rectangular and round ducting joints
capabilities both in engineering and product relia- on a variety of factors which vary from application to to highly engineered designs for critical applications.
bility, with installations in all continents and vari- application.
ous market sectors. The company has a long history of welding and
By combining different materials and taking thermal, forming of special materials including a wide range
Through continuous innovation, we provide our chemical and mechanical resistance into consider- of nickel alloys. EagleBurgmann KE offer complete
customers with the latest technologies and soluti- ation, as well as the fatigue properties of the materials, documentation packages in accordance to current
ons within the expansion joint industry. our engineers develop optimal solutions that provide industry standards such as ASME and EJMA.
long-term reliability to customers in various industries.
As a solution provider, EagleBurgmann KE offers a
wide range of services in connection with optimiza-
tion of conditions for expansion joints. They include:
Consulting, evaluations and troubleshooting Fabric expansion joint operating limits* Metal expansion joint operating limits*
Initial dimensional measurements
Installation and refurbishment Dimensions: Dimensions:
Supervision and training According to customer specifications Circular: DN40 mm and up
Plant surveys Rectangular: According to customer specifications
Emergency service Temperature range: –35 ... +1.000 °C
Final inspections For higher temperature, please request Temperature range: –198 ... +1.371 °C
Pressure range: –0,35 ... 0,35 bar Pressure range: Full vacuum up to 172 bar
EagleBurgmann KE offer a wide range of products. Cross section of fabric expansion joint. Cross section of metal expansion joint.
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