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Flex-Hose Pumpsaver

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Flex-Hose Pumpsaver from N.H. Yates

Many engineers and contractors use pump savers to prevent damage to pumps caused by piping stress that can shorten the life of the pump and its components. Rather than allowing hazardous movements and fluctuations, pump saver connectors absorb vibrations, accommodate for misalignments, and reduce the overall noise of pumping systems. The Flex-Hose Pumpsaver is the only one on the market that utilizes a closed pitch hose which makes for an unusually flexible, yet sturdy connection. This closed pitch construction saves installers during installation when aligning the piping system. In addition, the Pumpsaver’s innovative design saves many headaches for engineers during the design process.

Why Choose the Flex-Hose Pumpsaver?

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At Flex-Hose Co., safety and performance are at the heart of everything they design. Each Pumpsaver produced by Flex-Hose Co. is made using the highest quality materials and manufactured under the strictest standards. In fact, Flex-Hose Co. only employes welders that are ASME Section IX certified to perform the complicated welds that are necessary to make the Pumpsaver. This attention to detail means that the Flex-Hose Pumpsaver will never come from the factory with any raw, jagged, or sharp edges which unfortunately are the industry norm. Instead, each Pumpsaver comes from the factory fit for a smooth transition at the first convolution flange. After completion, each Pumpsaver must pass a pressure test before they are sent to market. The Pumpsaver is available in stainless steels or bronze and is available in sizes 1/2 inch to 14 inches in diameter. Finally, the Pumpsaver is designed to be pressure tested up to 1.5X the maximum rated working pressure and are manufactured with a 4:1 safety factor. This compact design means you’ll save valuable space.

At N.H. Yates, we know water. If you are a contractor or engineers looking for more information on the Flex-Hose Pumpsaver contact a water professional at N.H. Yates today!

Flex-Hose Bellowsflex Metal Bellows Expansion Joint

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Flex-Hose Bellowsflex Metal Bellows Expansion Joint

As many engineers know, the rotating parts of a pump produce vibrations that can become strong enough to pull fixtures out of the ceiling and damage property. To help prevent these powerful vibrations, one option that builders choose are stainless steel bellows pump connectors. At N.H. Yates we are proud to be a manufactures representative of Flex-Hose Bellowsflex Metal Bellows Expansion Joint. The Bellowsflex is an excellent choice for absorbing vibrations, compensating for misalignment at equipment connections and accommodating thermal growth in many service conditions and applications.

Why Choose the Bellowsflex from Flex-Hose?

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The standard Flex-Hose Bellowsfelx bellows element is manufactured with 321 stainless steel which is it not susceptible to corrosion or rust even after reaching temperatures up to 900º C or about 1,650º F. In addition to the 321 stainless steel, the Bellowfelx is available in other heat and corrosion resistant alloy materials for higher temperature applications. The Bellowflex comes from the factory with a standard pressure rating of up to 300 PSI. However, the maximum system test pressure is can be up to 1.5 times the working pressure. And of course, the Bellowflex can be equipt with accessories such as tie rods, limit rods, flow liners, and protective covers and/or shrouds. Finally, Flex-Hose offers the Bellowflex with multi-ply bellows for added flexibility and endurance. The reduced thickness of the individual bellow plies results in less bending due to the axial motion which increases the life of the bellows.

Bellowsflex comes in sizes 2 thru 60 inches in diameter and pressure ratings 50, 150, 300, and 600 PSI full vacuum service. In addition, plate flange, raised-face forge Slip-On Flange, Vanston “Floating” Flange, pipe weld ends.

At N.H. Yates, we know water. If you are a contractor or engineer that needs more information about the Bellowsflex from Flex-Hose, contact the water professionals at N.H. Yates today!

Flex-Hose Flexcomp Expansion Compensators

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Flex-Hose Flexcomp Expansion Compensators

At N.H. Yates, we proudly represent the complete line of Flex-Hose Expansion Compensators including the innovative Flexcomp Expansion Compensator. The people at Flex-Hose engineer and manufacture the Flexcomp for a broad range of requirements including some of the most demanding applications in the world. Flexcomp Expansion Compensators are designed to absorb thermal growth in HVAC small diameter piping systems. In most cases, these expansion compensators eliminate the need for expensive pipe loops and the associated maintenance associated with packed slip joints. In addition, Flex-Hose fabricates the Flexcomp from stainless steel and is available with copper tube ends, steel male NPT ends, or 150 lb steel flanges. The Flexcomp is available for pipe ranging from 3/4 inch to 4 inches in diameter and pressure rating up to 175 PSI.

Why Choose Flexcomp Expansion Compensators?

Flexcomp Expansion Compensators

First, Flex-Hose understands that no contractors requirements will be exactly the same and therefore design the Flexcomp to work with a wide variety of applications. Second, the Flexcomp Expansion Compensator’s compact design allows contractors to save valuable space when installing HVAC systems. The Flexcomp is able to absorb up to 2 inches of axial movement resulting from thermal growth in domestic hot water, heating hot water, and chilled piping systems. Third, the Flexcomp is durable. The entire unit is externally pressurized and made of rugged stainless steel bellows to assure safety and reliability. Finally, the Flexcomp is an energy efficient choice. The unit’s liner design prevents bellows impingement or fatigue due to flow reduced vibration. The standard working pressure ratings are sufficient for up to 200 psi with a maximum system test pressure of 300 psi.

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At N.H. Yates, we know water. If you are a contractor in need of more information on Flex-Hose Flexcomp Expansion Compensators or any other Flex-Hose product, contact a water professional at Yates today!

 

 

Flex-Hose Tri-Flex Loop

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Flex-Hose Tri-Flex Loop is Available from N.H. Yates

It doesn’t matter what region of the country you live in, your buildings and structures are susceptible to damage from seismic activity. In fact, FEMA has identified mechanical failures of gas and water lines as one of the main causes of fire and damage to property during a seismic event. Fortunately, the Flex-Hose Tri-Flex Loop was created to absorb and compensate for ground movement in six degrees of freedom (three rotation axis, plus rotation along those axes simultaneously). This multi-plane movement design can reduce the need for expansion devices required in piping systems up to 50%. In addition, the Flex-Hose Tri-Flex Loop is the safest and most reliable means of absorbing movement resulting from thermal changes and random seismic shits in a piping system.

Why Choose the Flex-Hose Tri-Flex Loop?

Flex-Hose Tri-Flex Loop

First, Flex-Hose simplified its piping design for an easier installation process. The Tri-Flex Loop does not impose thrust on the piping system. Rather, the pipe’s braid is designed to take the stress of pressurization containing the core, which reduces anchor loads up to 93%. The Tri-Flex Loop also eliminates the need for pipe guides required by traditional pipe designs. Second, the Tri-Flex Loop increases usable space and reduces systems cost. The Flex-Hose system uses 64% less space than mechanical loop systems and eliminates the need for six welds during installation. Additionally, fewer fitting and welds are necessary if the installer positions the Tri-Flex Loop at directional changes and rotates the elbows to make a connection. Third, the Flex-Hose is approved to use in a variety of applications including compressed and combustible gas, steam, hot water, condensed water, and domestic water systems. To accommodate the Tri-Flex Loop is available with flanged ends, steel made NPT ends, weld ends, grooved ends, copper female sweat, or press fit ends.

Flex-Hose Tri-Flex Loop

At N.H. Yates, we know water! For more information about the Flex-Hose Tri-Flex Loop contact one of the knowledgeable water professionals at Yates today!

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