Both the AWWA and ANSI have thorough standards for pipe flanges, the two standards are different in several ways. The AWWA standards provide flange properties intended for potable water use only, while the ANSI standards are designed for industrial flange applications. The AWWA flange ratings are only applicable at atmospheric temperatures. The ANSI ratings cover…
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Coastal Flange and the COVID 19 Virus
Coastal Flange is up and running during this battle with the COVID 19 virus, falling under CISA, which identifies essential, critical infrastructure workers during COVID 19 for the Department of Homeland Security. Coastal Flange supports the energy, chemical and municipal water districts. This has allowed Coastal to remain fully operational. While being committed to taking…
What are Flanges
What are Flanges Pipe flanges are a mechanical compression connection using bolts and gaskets for quick assembly and disassembly. Flanges are used both for structural and process applications connecting pipe to pipe, to valves, pumps and numerous other types of equipment. Pipe flanges are manufactured to standard specifications as well as custom designs. The ANSI…