Flexible Connections

  • HRS Rectangular Slip-Fit
  • HRF Rectangular Face Flange
  • HCS Circular Slip-Fit
  • HCF Circular Face Flange

 


J.P. America Inc. flexible connections are designed for use on the air intakes and outlets of equipment ranging from industrial process fans in steel mills and cement plants to commercial HVAC air handling units in high-rise office buildings. Flexible connections from J. P. are engineered to meet the demands of each application with special designs and materials available to make certain that all specifications are satisfied pressure, temperature, abrasion, corrosion, and acoustic requirements included. Every unit is provided fully assembled and sealed, at the size required, and with the matched connection holes needed, for trouble-free installation.


Vibration & Noise Transmission

The structure borne vibration and noise caused by rotating and piston driven equipment is something that cannot be tolerated in many plants and buildings. Untreated, it can lead to metal fatigue, and to unacceptable vibration and noise levels in other areas of plants and buildings. Spring isolation and flexible connections isolate vibrating equipment from the surrounding structure.

J. P. flexible connections eliminate the structure borne vibration and noise transmitted through the air intakes and outlets of fans, duct systems, HVAC units, blowers, and air compressors. On connections with unmatched dimensions, they can also be used as an economical alternative to fabricated metal transitions.

We also design and manufacture vibration isolation and isolation bases.
   

Rectangular
  Slip-Fit Flange: Type HRS Flexible Connections
  Face Flange: Type HRF Flexible Connections
     
Circular
  Slip-Fit Flange: Type HCS Flexible Connections
  Face Flange: Type HCF Flexible Connections
 

Manufactured On-Size/Delivered Fully Assembled:
Units are custom designed and manufactured, on-size, to the equipment's connection dimensions and are delivered fully assembled to permit easy installation. On Type HRF and HCF flexible connections, this includes, predrilled face flange holes matched to the equipment.

Completely Sealed For Leak-Free Operation:
Seams are thermal or contact sealed (depending on material used) for leak-free operation under pressure. Rectangular units, as well as circular units over 48", are provided with backing bars to seal connection material to unit flanges. On circular units under 48", band clamps are used in place of backing bars. All flange joints are continuously welded.

Heavy Duty Structural Integrity:
Flanges are supplied, as standard, in mild steel-painted or galvanized steel, depending on application needs. To ensure structural integrity, flange gauges are matched to those of the equipment on which connections are being used. On Type HRS and HCS slip-fit connections an additional raised flange is provided for increased strength and rigidity.


Connection Alternatives
Two standard flexible connection materials are available from J. P. Environmental Products meeting the needs of most commercial and industrial applications.

Connection Alternatives
Two standard flexible connection materials are available from J. P. Environmental Products meeting the needs of most commercial and industrial applications.

1. Neoprene Connections
  • Commercial/light industrial applications
  • For low/medium pressure connections
  • Good for operations up to 200°F
  • Recommended for sizes under 18"
  • Provided with contact sealed seams
  • Available in varying thickness
2. Fluoropolymer Resin - Woven Fiberglass
  • Commercial/industrial applications
  • For high pressure connections (to 3 psig)
  • Good for operations up to 500° F
  • Suitable for sizes over 18"
  • Provided with thermal sealed seams
  • Available in varying thickness

Special Designs & Materials
Sometimes standard designs and materials cannot meet the needs of the application. J. P. offers special designs for use in situations requiring abrasion resistance and acoustic attenuation. When high temperature or corrosion is a problem, our wide selection of flexible connection materials, and our stainless steel and aluminum flange options give us the ability to meet the requirements of the application, every time. Connection materials available from J. P. Environmental Products include:

Neoprene, Fluoropolymer, Vinyl, Buna, EPDM, Silicone, Viton, Teflon

Contact Us:


J.P. America Inc.
225 Industrial Drive, Unit 6, Hampshire, IL. USA, 60140
847.683.7067  1.800.445.HUSH (4874)  Fax: 847.683.7069
Email: jpa@jpamericainc.com
 

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