Components: Expansion Joints

Overview

Learn the basics of the design, selection and application of rubber and metal expansion joints, including restrained and unrestrained arrangements.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the features and benefits of performance metal and rubber expansion joint design
2. Apply both restrained and unrestrained expansion joint arrangements effectively
3. Identify the sources of damaging pipe stresses/nozzle loads and the consequences of neglecting them
4. Recognize system optimization with reductions in footprint and energy consumption
5. Learn how to minimize loads on piping, equipment and support structure