Types of Aeration Pipe Joints and End Caps
By: WebFx
Post Date: November 18th 2024
Aeration pipes must be sustainable and effectively filter bacteria and organic matter in wastewater. Aeration systems can reduce leaks and increase efficiency with tight pipe joints and end caps.
SSI Aeration, Inc manufactures unions, pipe caps and joints for innovative, robust and energy-efficient diffuser systems. These simple yet effective accessories can create tight seals to extend and cap pipes for wastewater treatment.
Aeration Pipe Joints
Pipe joints combine two aeration pipe sections to create a custom pipeline. Larger diffusers need strong joints that take thermal expansion and contraction into account. Here are the most common aeration pipe joints for these systems:
- Union joint: Union pipe fittings are among the more traditional joints, connecting pipes of multiple sizes and shapes. Union joints from SSI contain seal and anti-rotation triangular splines for a tight fit.
- Heavy-duty bolted coupling: Bolted couplings are durable and easy to install on aeration system pipes. These joints are best in heavy-duty applications and are highly resistant to corrosion.
- Flanged joint: In flanged joints, pipes are secured with external screws. This structure provides additional support for substance transportation at higher pressures.
- Flex joint: Flex joints are flexible and allow pipes to curve in any direction. SSI Aeration, Inc offers flex joints with a stainless steel shear ring to maintain alignment on unstable ground conditions.
Aeration End Caps
Pipe fittings must be sealed on the ends of pipes to prevent leaks. End caps can also protect the inside tubing from additional moisture, rust, damage or debris. Choose the right end cap fittings for your aeration system piping, with options like:
- Removable end cap: Removable pipe end caps are necessary if you need access to the inside of the pipe, such as to repair or replace diffuser parts or pipes along the system.
- Fixed end cap: A fixed end cap is tightly and permanently sealed on the end of a pipe. This type may be necessary on most pipe rows to prevent leaks.
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SSI Aeration Inc is a global leader in aeration system product manufacturing. For over 20 years, SSI has created state-of-the-art pipe accessories to fit pipes of all shapes and sizes, increasing any system’s efficiency and durability.
For quality pipe joints or end caps, explore SSI’s products. Contact us today to learn more.