Carefully inspect all hydraulic hose and fittings at regular intervals to ensure airworthiness. Investigate any evidence of fluid loss or leaks. Check metal tubes for leaks, loose anchorage, scratches, kinks, or other damage. Inspect fittings and connections for leakage, looseness, cracks, burrs, or other damage. Replace or repair defective elements. make sure the hoses do [...]
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Problems With Yellow Brass Pipe Fittings and How to Identify Them
Posted by admin on January 21st, 2012
Brass pipe and fittings can lead to potential problems depending upon the manufacture of the metal. Brass is an alloy of zinc and copper. it is usually classified into two groups, red and yellow. Yellow brass contains more zinc. Yellow brass plumbing is known to deteriorate and leak causing damages to homes, businesses, etc. the [...]
HDPE Pipe: Why It Is the Best Choice
Posted by admin on January 19th, 2012
High density polyethylene piping has a number of uses in today’s world because of its strength. it is now used in many countries especially those that are highly populated and are nations that are beginning to move into the modern world. The advantages of HDPE pipe are well known in many different industries. A suitable [...]
Using Plastic Pipe And Fittings
Posted by admin on January 17th, 2012
Plastic pipe and fittings can now be used for hot water supplies and central heating. they are easy to work with and allow the DIY plumber to tackle a wide range of jobs. Over the last twenty years plastic has become the most popular plumbing material for above and below ground drainage, for rainwater collection [...]
Pin holes develop in the cold water copper pipes ?
Posted by admin on January 17th, 2012
Over last year or so, recently increased, we have had pin holes develop in the cold water copper pipes leading to water leaks and expensive repairs. the affected pipes are in the area where the mains water joins up with the domestic pipe net-work feeding the cold water supply to the house. The pin holes [...]
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No Comments »ABC’s of Stainless Steel Tube Fittings
Posted by admin on January 14th, 2012
Stainless Steel Tube Fittings are used extensively in fluid systems, and particularly in the Sanitary industries. normally they are made with 304 and 316L Stainless Steel construction, which minimizes the likelihood of stress corrosion cracking. Reputable companies who manufacture Stainless Steel Tube fittings will test their products extensively to check the pressure of the hydraulic [...]
Posted in pipe Fittings Tags: hydraulic capacity, leak rate, stainless steel construction No Comments »Safety And Durability Of PEX Pipe Fittings
Posted by admin on December 6th, 2011
PEX pipe fittings are one of the best fittings that can be used in heating and cooling systems alike. the same is not applicable to any other material. however, PEX can bear both freezing and hot temperatures and that is why, it can be fitted in any sort of systems. PEX fittings can be incorporated [...]
Posted in pipe Fittings Tags: heating and cooling systems, holes, joints, residential systems, shortcomings, temperatures No Comments »Fittings For Copper Pipe
Posted by admin on December 4th, 2011
There are two main ways of joining lengths of copper pipe together – with a compression joint which is fitted to the pipes using spanners or with a capillary joint which is soldered on to the pipes. A compression fitting has a screwed body with a nut and sealing ring, called an olive, at each [...]
Pipes and Water Main Fittings For Home Plumbing Systems
Posted by admin on November 28th, 2011
Plumbing system at homes is composed of pipes and water main fittings. Water pipes, which may be made of metal or plastic, are joined by a variety of fittings. These fittings are specifically designed to link lengths in a straight line, turn corners, branch in two separate directions, enlarge or reduce the size of the [...]
Guide to Fit a Race/Rally/Drifting Hydraulic Handbrake – Tech Session Fitting Instructions
Posted by admin on November 27th, 2011
This Tech Session article is going to give you the information you need to fit a Race/Rally/Drifting Hydraulic Handbrake. Hydraulic Handbrake Fitting Instructions: The following fitting instructions cover most versions of Hydraulic Handbrakes. Firstly fully remove your cars original mechanical handbrake system if fitted (Unless the Car Requires an MOT, just the Hydraulic Handbrake will [...]
