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1 We provide superior performing compressed air & gas systems with engineered longevity to reduce operating costs and improve productivity. ENGINEERED FOR SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE Compressed Air & Gas Systems Catalogue U.S. Headquarters - AIRpipe USA Tel:2.362.PIPE (7473) 68 S. Kyrene Rd, Suite #101, Tempe, AZ customerservice@airpipeusa.com Web: Publication Aippipe #4//USA Airpipe reserves the rights to modify this documents without prior notice.

Engineered for AIRpipe specializes in solutions for compressed air and fluids

Throughout the last 10 years we have continued to invest in R&D; taking into account

Our products are engineered to be the most Competitive Advantage Superior

Advancing the compressed air & gas piping industry.

We a r e committed to being your total system solutions provider.

vibration, thermal variation, and outdoor weather conditions.

vibration applications. Seal lifespan is double that of industry competitors.

constant supply of clean air at a reduced pressure drop, resulting in significant

2 Engineered for AIRpipe specializes in solutions for compressed air and fluids distribution. Throughout the last 10 years we have continued to invest in R&D; taking into account market feedback and real-world conditions. Our products are engineered to be the most Competitive Advantage Superior reliability ongevity Cost savings Quick & easy install superior available - Advancing the compressed air & gas piping industry. AIRpipe maintains a >300,000 sq ft campus for manufacturing, R&D, and logistics. We a r e committed to being your total system solutions provider. Superior Reliability & ongevity Highly-durable materials resistant to corrosion, vibration, thermal variation, and outdoor weather conditions. Metal clamshell connectors for all diameters are stronger and more durable versus polymer fittings. Unique grab ring design (-mm) and lugged ring (-0mm) allows for zero risk of disconnection. Patented active concentric seals provide leak-free performance, even in high vibration applications. Seal lifespan is double that of industry competitors. Energy & Cost Savings The smooth interior design and highflow connectors ensures a constant supply of clean air at a reduced pressure drop, resulting in significant energy savings. Quick & Easy Modular Installation Complete range of pipe, fittings and accessories works easily for new projects renovations & extensions. Requires no special tooling, welding, gluing, brazing, soldering, or thread Guaranteed leak-free performance and cutting. superior longevity versus traditional pipe systems. Reusable, lightweight, and modular design allows for easy modifications. Quick drops can be added at any time to create new points of use. 01/02

Connection Technology Technical Specifications AIRpipe innovative modular technology enables rapid and easy assembly via quick connection of fittings to the aluminum pipe.

Suitable fluids Compressed air (dry, wet, lubricated) Vacuum Inert gases (including Argon, Helium, Nitrogen, CO2 mixes) Max. Working pressure Max. working pressure: 232 psi. *(Max.

8 inches of mercury (absolute pressure ) Grab Ring Metal Clamshell Grab Ring Clamping Style Connection DN - DNmm Corrosion Aggressive environments Mechanical shocks Resistance to Thermal variations

3 Connection Technology Technical Specifications AIRpipe innovative modular technology enables rapid and easy assembly via quick connection of fittings to the aluminum pipe. This technology takes into account the specific requirement of each diameter to provide the user with a secure connection. Suitable fluids Compressed air (dry, wet, lubricated) Vacuum Inert gases (including Argon, Helium, Nitrogen, CO2 mixes) Max. Working pressure Max. working pressure: 232 psi. *(Max. working pressure for DN0 is 8 psi.) Vacuum Vacuum: 3.8 inches of mercury (absolute pressure ) Grab Ring Metal Clamshell Grab Ring Clamping Style Connection DN - DNmm Corrosion Aggressive environments Mechanical shocks Resistance to Thermal variations Ultraviolet (U.V.) Compressor oil carry over (mineral/synthetic) Recyclability % recyclable. Pipe Screw Seal Metal clamshell union connector, quick install & reassembly. Grab ring with surface contact, no shrinking on inner diameter. Surface contact, active conentric sealing, leak free. Superior reliability & longevity. Flow N m3/h ength Metal Clamshell ug ugged Ring Clamping Style Connection DN - DN0mm Metal clamsheel union connector, quick install & reassembly. Convex ring, no shrinking on inner diameter. Seal Surface contact, active conentric sealing, leak free. Superior reliability & longevity. Screw Closed loop system at 116 psi with 5% allowable pressure drop. Pipe Example Main system length (ring main): 0m Required flow rate: 312 SCFM Working pressure: 116 psi Result: The most suitable AIRpipe diamter is: Dnmm 03/04

Warranty and Certifiations 10 CONTENT 10 Year imited Warranty: AIRpipe USA warranties its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten years from the date of product

The sole remedy for breach of this warranty of material and workmanship or for negligence in manufacture or design is limited to replacement or repair, at the sole digression of AIRpipe USA.

No allowance will be made for repairs made by the purchaser.

4 Warranty and Certifiations 10 CONTENT 10 Year imited Warranty: AIRpipe USA warranties its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten years from the date of product purchase. No other warranties, express or implied are made by AIRpipe USA. This limitation explicitly excludes any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The sole remedy for breach of this warranty of material and workmanship or for negligence in manufacture or design is limited to replacement or repair, at the sole digression of AIRpipe USA. In no event shall AIRpipe USA, it s parent, and sister companies be liable for indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages of any kind. No allowance will be made for repairs made by the purchaser. AIRpipe USA does not warrant the design, assembly or installation of the system, but only the components listed within AIRpipe USA s price list. AIRpipe USA is not responsible for improper assembly, installation, or for any modifications of the product. The warranty is void upon (a) failure to follow assembly or installation guidelines; (b) alteration, misuse or abuse of, or damage to the products; (c) operation beyond the design range, excessive pressure, stress, or mishandling in any way; (d) use other than for the intended purpose or in a manner other than specified by AIRpipe USA. Engineering standards: ASME B31.1 & B31.3 U94HB U94V-2 TUV CE & EN PED 14/68/EU TS ASTM B241, EN7-8, GB/T , JIS H Certifications and Compliances: ISO 9001 version 00 ISO 101 version 04 ISO version 10 ASME, U, TUV, CRN, CE, EN and TS 14/68/EU Rigid Pipe 07 Connectors 08 Quick Drop Connectors 14 Wall Brackets & Valved Connectors 15 Flanged Connectors 17 Flexible Hose 19 Fixtures & Accessories Tools 23 Installing AIRpipe 05/06

62 62 9062 A062 1061 1 0.1.1 67.6.8 101.

5 Rigid Pipe Connectors Clean air certified (ISO ) Optimum flow performance ightweight High quality powder coated exterior Extruded marine grade aluminum Suitable for Compressed air, oil-free or lubricated, vacuum, and inert gases (Nitrogen, Argon, Helium) Max.working pressure: 232 psi Max.working pressure for DN 0 is 8 psi Vacuum: 3.8 inches of mercury (absolute pressure) Working temperature: -4 up to +176 Quick connection Superior reliability & longevity Designed for extreme environments Pipe to Pipe Connector Modular and reusable % recyclable and non-flammable materials (U94-HB Standard) Blue / Grey / Green A B OD( mm) ID(mm) (M) Outer Dia.mm Inner Dian.mm Pipe to Pipe Connector A A A A B Equal 90º Elbow *Other colors, please consult us A /08

6 Equal 90º Elbow Reducing Tee Z x x x A x *Supplied with (2) union connectors. Equal 45º Elbow Reducing Tee 1 Z x x x x Equal 45º Elbow 87 x 6 *Supplied with (2) union connectors A *Supplied with (2) union connectors Reducing Tee x x x 1x Z Equal Tee A7 1x 1x 0x A7 0x A7 0x A907 0x *Supplied with (2) union connectors. Equal Tee Equal Wye A A *Supplied with (3) union connectors. *Supplied with (3) union connectors. 09/10

7 Reducing Wye 1 2 End Cap 8712 x x x A812 0x A912 0x A *Supplied with (3) union connectors. *Supplied with a union connector. Reducing Pipe to Pipe Connector Male Threaded Elbow 2121 x DN 1 2 NPT x x x Reducing Pipe to Pipe Connector *Note: Suitable for connecting to air compressors, dryers, and filters x x Female Threaded Elbow 1 71 x *Supplied with a union connector. DN 1 2 NPT Reducing Pipe to Pipe Connector 7621 x x 1 *Note: Suitable for connecting to air compressors, dryers, and filters x x x 172 A921 0x1 1 Female Threaded Adapter End Cap *Supplied with (2) union connectors. NPT /12

Female Threaded Adapter Quick Drop Connectors Male

design for quick installation Quick Drop Straight

7210 8110 8210 9110 9210 A210 x x x x x x x x x x x

129 129 1 1 158 158 154 154 2 2 6 1 85 85 91 91 89

45 54 54 71 71 77 77 97 97 123 123 1 3 112 112 127

134 162 104 17 2117 17 4217 92 93 93 119 62 78 9410

215 269 269 1 151 176 177 51 51 51 51 4317 1 81 1-¼"

5417 1 81 1- DN x NPT 1 2 Drill 17 126 85 11 11 x x

x 83 47 54 Male Threaded Adapter Female Threaded

x x x 126 126 1 1 65 78 65 75 75 2 112 112 127 Drill

8 Female Threaded Adapter Quick Drop Connectors Male Threaded Adapter *Supplied with a union connector NPT 2-3" NPT All-aluminum body Alignment stub design for quick installation Quick Drop Straight Quick Drop A210 x x x x x x x x x x x x 1x 1x 0x Optimum flow Captivated seal Drill Drill x A410 A510 1x 1x 0x 0x ¼" Female Threaded Quick Drop DN x NPT 1 2 Drill x x x x x Male Threaded Adapter Female Threaded Quick Drop NPT DNxNPT x x x Drill x " 11 x *Supplied with a union connector x /14

9 Wall Brackets & Valved Connectors Angled Two-port Female Wall Bracket Connector Quick connection Available for BSP/NPT thread, flange and plug-in connection type High-flow design ensure optimal performance Nickel-plated brass Two port, 75 Two port, * Material of Valve Body : Brass * Includes Mounting Plate and Hardware. ocking Handle Quick Connect Valve D D2 242 * Material of Valve Body: Brass. * ocking Handle. One & Two Port Angled Wall Brackets Connector One port One-port Female Wall Bracket D * Material of Body : Aluminium * Incoudes a 1/4'' venting valve 45 One port 45 Two ports 45 Two ports ½ D * Material of Valve Body : Brass * Includes Mounting Plate and Hardware. * ocking Handle Threaded Ball Valve D2 Thread Two-port Female Wall Bracket D Female Female Male Male Male* Female Male* Female Female Female Female * Material of Valve Body : Brass * Includes Mounting Plate and Hardware. * ocking Handle * Material of Valve Body : Brass * ocking Handle D2 Butterfly Valve Pre-Assembled Material of valve Male Threaded Quick Connect Valve Cast Iron Cast Iron D A Cast Iron Cast Iron Cast Iron Stainless Steel D Stainless Steel 53 * Material of Valve Body : Brass * ocking Handle A Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Stainless Steel 15/16

Flange Connectors ANSI Flange ANSI Female Threaded Flange ANSI Reducing

*Supplied with union connector Flange size 65 1 0 Bolt size M M D2 D3

5 44 62 64 65 72 74 75 76 85 86 94 95 96 97 1 1 1 1 Female thread 1 1 1

4 98.4 1.7 139.7 139.7 139.7 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4.5.

87 87 92 92 92 1 5 5 2 5 1.4.5 139.7.5 215.9 1.4 215.9 215.

gasket and 8 bolts(7cm) for DN/DN/DN1 79 4479 79 6279 6479 6579 7279

10 Flange Connectors ANSI Flange ANSI Female Threaded Flange ANSI Reducing Flange A1 (OD) 1 0 *Includes bolts and gasket. *Supplied with union connector Flange size Bolt size M M D2 D Female thread ½ 2-½ 2-½ 3 Bolt size M14 M14 M M M M D D3 14 H * Above flange material: stainless steel. Female thread Bolt size D2 D3 H *Includes bolts and gasket. *Supplied with union connector Flange size Bolt size M D2 D *Includes 1 gasket and 4 bolts(7cm) for DN/DN/DN/Dn *Includes 1 gasket and 8 bolts(7cm) for DN/DN/DN ½ 2-½ 2-½ 3 * Above flange material: Carbon steel. M14 M14 M M M M /

11 Flexible Hose Fixtures & Accessories Suitable for Compressor & equipment outlets to absorb vibration Bypass obstacles Allows for expansion and contraction of loops Resistant to mineral and synthetic lubricated oils. Suitable for various pipe systems Used for a variety of installation methods, eg: wall, beam, roof, channel, rod, cable, etc, vertically or horizontally Non-flammable Designed to work best with AIRpipe system Flexible Hoses Fixture Clip D I H a b DN-DN X1 10 3/8'' 3/8'' 3/8'' /8'' DN-DN X1 67 3/8'' 3/8'' 3/8'' * 3/8"-16 threaded rod port. Clip Spacer DN-DN X0 DN-DN0 Compatible sizes a b c X ~ ~ *Spacer clip 0027 is used to create a level plane for D Remark Ss304 material, 30 ¾''or 1'' diameters transitioning to 1 ½'', 2'', or 2 ½''. *Spacer clip 0127 is used to create a level plane fo r 1 ½'', 2'', or 2 ½'' diameters transitioning to 3'' or 4'' Rubber material, 30 Fixture Clip (Steel) D SS304 material, 30 Ss304 material, Straight connection A A *3/8"-16 threaded rod port 19/

12 Threaded Adapter 54 Female Male D2 Material 1-1- Water Drain Valve " 3" 3" 0973 *Oneballvalveisneeded. Inlet size Female thread " 83 ¼" Universal Quick Couplers 14 Applicable ¼ " Universal Quick Coupler (ISO 61B / Automotive), Male NPT D2 Material 3/8" Universal Quick Coupler (ISO 61B / Automotive), Male NPT ¼" " Male NPT Automotive Nipple ¼ 3/8" Male NPT Automotive Nipple " Male NPT Industrial (ISO B) Nipple ¼ 3/8" Male NPT Industrial (ISO B) Nipple Threaded Adapter Electronic Drain Valve D2 Material Note:UsedfortheconnectionbetweentwoFilters. Inlet size 0873 *Oneballvalveisneeded. Display Kit Manifolds D Connection Port 0283 Male Two-port manifold H I Male Male Three-port manifold Four-port manifold *Inletsandoutletsare½'' *Universalcouplersaresoldseparately. 21/

13 Tools Hole Deburrer Tool Bag - Part Number 0045 Component Description Applicable diameter 0141 mm to mm ( to ) Pipe Deburrer DN-DN mm to 0 mm ( to 8") Hole Deburrer Drill Arbor & Pilot Bits for and 51 mm Hole Saw Bits 51 mm Hole Saw Bit Drill Arbor & Pilot Bit 0443 mm Hole Saw Bit 0343 mm Hole Saw Bit Drill Arbor & Pilot Bit for 16,, and mm Hole Saw Bits. mm Hole Saw Bit 16 mm Hole Saw Bit mm to mm ( to 2 ) Pipe Cutter Applicable Drill Applicable diameter 16- DN~DN -51 DN1~DN0 PM 0044 Permanent Marker Pipe Insertion Depth Gauge Hole Saw Bit 4 mm 5 mm 6 mm 4 mm Hex Bit ( in length) for Drill 5 mm Hex Bit ( in length) for Drill 6 mm Hex Bit ( in length) for Drill D Applicable diameter 16 DN DN *ContainsalltoolingforDN-,alongwithhexandholesawbits foralldiametersandquickdropfittings *For DN and DN pipe installation, 01 and 04 are needed. 8 mm 8 mm Hex Bit ( in length) for Drill 0046 Tool Bag *Itemsareavailableforindividualpurchase DN~DN0 DN DN1~DN0 *For DN1 and DN0 pipe installation, 0344 and 04 are needed. Unistrut Nut Electric Pipe Cutter Pipe Cutter pipe deburrer Applicable 07 3/8''-16 threaded rod port Portable ugging Machine 0344 Applicable diameter DN~DN H Applicable diameter DN-DN DN-DN DN-DN H Applicable diameter Applicable diameter Remark 04 DN~DN0 Contains every jaw set 23/24

Installing AIRpipe Measuring Pipe Insertion Depth General General PriortotheinstallationofaAIRpipecompressedairdistributionsystem,theinstallershouldensurethattheinstallationarea

flexibleairpipehosecan beinstalledatthestartofthesysteminordertoeliminateanysourcesofvibrationandtofacilitatemaintenanceoperations.

installersshoulduseonlyairpipecomponentsandaccessories,inparticularairpipepipeclipsandfixtureclamps.the technicalpropertiesoftheairpipecomponents,asdescribedintheairpipecatalog,mustberespected.

14 Installing AIRpipe Measuring Pipe Insertion Depth General General PriortotheinstallationofaAIRpipecompressedairdistributionsystem,theinstallershouldensurethattheinstallationarea complieswithanyregulationsapplicabletoareasexposedtoexplosivehazards(inparticulartheeffectofstaticelectricityina siloarea).airpipeshouldbeinstalleddownstreamofthecompressedairreceiver,orafterthedryer.flexibleairpipehosecan beinstalledatthestartofthesysteminordertoeliminateanysourcesofvibrationandtofacilitatemaintenanceoperations. WhenmaintainingormodifyingaAIRpipesystem,therelevantsectionshouldbeventedpriortothecommencementofany work.installersshoulduseonlyairpipecomponentsandaccessories,inparticularairpipepipeclipsandfixtureclamps.the technicalpropertiesoftheairpipecomponents,asdescribedintheairpipecatalog,mustberespected. AIRpipealuminumpipeissuppliedreadyforuse.Noparticularpreparation(cutting,deburring,chamfering,etc.)isrequired. ThankstotherigidityofAIRpipealuminumpipe,temperature-relatedexpansion/contractionisreducedtoaminimum.The AIRpipesystemretainsitsstraightness,andhenceitsperformance,overtime(reductionofpressuredropcausedbysurface friction). AIRpipealuminumpipeiscalibratedandfitsperfectlywithallAIRpipecomponents. Componentassembly Wheninstallingpipediametersto,usetheinsertion depthgauge(partnumber0044)toplaceaninsertiondepth markonthepipe. Drilling indicator An identifying layline is imprinted on each length of pipe that may be used as an alignment guide when installingquickdropconnections. AIRpipecomponentsareprovidedwithassemblyinstructionsfortheircorrectuse-simplyfollowthemethodsand recommendationsstatedinthisdocument. Expansion/contraction Positioning ogo Expansionandcontractionofthesystemshouldbecalculatedpriortoinstallation.Thesystemdesignerandinstallershould calculatetheelongationorretractionofeachairpipelineaccordingtotherecommendationsinthisinstallationguide. Situationstoavoid AIRpipepipeshouldbeprotectedfrommechanicalimpact,particularlyifexposedtocollisionwithfork-lifttrucksorwhensited inanenvironmentwithmovingoverheadloads.similarly,rotationofthepipeandpipesupportsshouldbeavoided.airpipepipe mustnotbewelded.flexibleairpipehosesshouldbeusedinaccordancewiththerecommendationsoftheinstallation guidelines. installationwithinasolidmass(concrete,foam,etc.) thehangingofanyexternalequipmenttoairpipepipe theuseofairpipeforgrounding,orasasupportforelectricalequipment exposuretochemicalsthatareincompatiblewithairpipecomponents(pleasecontactusforfurtherdetails) Cutting the pipe Rotate the corresponding pipe cutter around the pipe while gently tightening the wheel. e Pipe should be cut straight. Best practices to maintain an optimized AIRpipe System Design,installation,andmaintenanceshouldbeperformedinaccordancewithreasonableengineeringknowledge andpracticewithinvolvingpipingsystems Maintainhigh-qualityairlevelswithinyoursystem. Toavoidpressuredropswithinyoursystem,minimizepipediameterreductions Properlysizeyoursystemtoallowforoptimalflowandefficiency. Use part number 00 for pipe diameters ¾'' to 2 ½''. Use part number 01 for pipe diameters 1 ½'' to 4''. Cutting slope of pipe end allowable deviation (e) ~ 1.0 ~ /26

15 Superior Reliability! Quick and Easy Installation Deburr The Outer and Inner Edges Before Installation Use 0141 for DN-DN to deburr the outer edges and also deburr the inner end. Use a file for DN-DN0 to chamfer the outer edges; make use of a deburring tool to debur the inside of the pipe end. Pilot Bit Hole Saw DN(MM) Quick Drops (PN) Φ16 Φ Φ Φ Φ A A A Insertion Depth S For DN~DN Connector Installation Guide for DN~DN0 DN Insertion depth S (IN) 1.14" 1.14" 1.53" 1.53" Installation Guide for DN~DN 01 Mark the pipe with a marker pen as shown below: "S" denotes the insertion depth of the pipe into the connector. 02 Insert the marked pipe into the connector : Slide the seal over the edge of the pipe so that it sits flush with the lugged edge. Insert the second pipe into the seal until the seal and the lugged edge are flush. Position the clamshell over the seal A portion of the marked lines should remain visible after the pipe is inserted into the connector. 03 Bring the second pipe to the connector and slide up to the marked insertion depth Pull the pipe back towards the outside of the clamshell to Tighten the pre-fitted screws. complete alignment Tighten the pre-fitted screws. Flush the clamshell halves together to complete assembly 06 Tighten the screws in an "X" pattern. To disassemble, perform the same operation in reverse order. 4 2 Tighten the pre-fitted screws. Flush the clamshell halves together to complete assembly For effective assembly, tighten the screws in an "X" pattern. To disassemble, perform the same operation in reverse order /28

Hand-held hydraulic lugging machine operation requirements Pipe Clip 01 02 3 8-16 XX AIRpipe's pipe

They can be secured via all-thread rod through the clips internal 3/8'' 16 nut, or mounted directly

Manually open the jaws of the clamp and insert the aluminum pipe into the clamp as far as possible.

m/19ft 03 04 The bolt size 3/8''-16 is suitable for all fixing clips.

The fixing clip should be fixed at the min distance of 6 inch (1mm) from the connector in order to

Spacers for pipe clips Re-open the two jaws to remove the pipe and rotate the pipe slightly.

Renew the operation until the required minimum number of lugs for each diameter is finished.

16 Hand-held hydraulic lugging machine operation requirements Pipe Clip XX AIRpipe's pipe clips are designed for versatility. They can be secured via all-thread rod through the clips internal 3/8'' 16 nut, or mounted directly with wall anchors. Manually open the jaws of the clamp and insert the aluminum pipe into the clamp as far as possible. Release the jaws.press the trigger and crimp the pipe until a snap sound is heard. m/19ft The bolt size 3/8''-16 is suitable for all fixing clips. This clip allows expansion and contraction of the pipe to occur freely. The fixing clip should be fixed at the min distance of 6 inch (1mm) from the connector in order to allow for the expansion and contraction effect. Spacers for pipe clips Re-open the two jaws to remove the pipe and rotate the pipe slightly.put the jaw side to the mark position. Renew the operation until the required minimum number of lugs for each diameter is finished. Hand-held hydraulic lugging machine operation requirements ugs size for DN~DN DN DN DN DN1 DN0 D3 Min. number of lugs Normal h 0127 Note:Donotoverlapthelugs! 3.0~ ~ ~ ~ ~3.3 Spacer clip 0027 is used to create a level plane for 3/4 '' or 1'' diameters transitioning to 1 1/2'', 2'', or 2 1/2''. Spacer clip 0127 is used to create a level plane for 1 1/2'', 2'', or 2 1/2'' diameters transitioning to 3'' or 4''. 29/30

17 Installing Quick Drop Connectors Mark the pipe where the hole for the quick drop connector will be installed. Identify the drill arbor & hole saw bit required by locating the quick drop part number on the sizing chart. Note: the quick drop part number is located on the connector. Apply steady pressure until the hole saw bit has completely entered the pipe. Remove debris and deburr cut edges With the proper drill arbor & hole saw bit part numbers identified, thread the hole saw bit onto the drill arbor to create a single drill bit. Hold the drill perpendicular to the pipe with the drill bit in the center of the mark placed on the pipe. The quick drop connector easily aligns into the drilled hole. Tighten the bolt to complete assembly 31/32

18 Compensating for the effect of expansion and contraction due to temperature variations Consequences of not properly accounting for thermal variations: eakage and system deformation, that in extreme situations, could result in a connection separation. Pipe system movement could create an obstruction. Quick drop connections could become compromised. 1. In order to compensate for the effects of expansion and contraction due to temperature variations, system lengths should be appropriately evalulated and expansion joints installed where needed. a. Anytime there is a change in temperature between areas. b. If there is a temperature differential of 30 F or more possible in the system. c. For significant lengths of piping. 2. Recommended locations of flexible hoses or expansion loops include but are not limited to. a. The discharge of the compressor. b. The middle of of a long run of pipe. c. Corners of a piping network. d. In a multiple pipeline loop at the beginning of a parallel line internal to the pipeline loop. 3. Best practices include but are not limited to: a. All aluminum piping to be installed in strict accordance with AIRpipe installation instructions and specifications. b. Allowing the corners to expand and contract by placing pipe clips an appropriate distance from each corner. Avoid placing a pipe clip directly in the corner. c. Install piping indicated to be exposed and piping in equipment rooms and service areas at right angles or parallel to building walls. d. Install piping adjacent to equipment and machines to allow service and maintenance. e. Install air and drain piping with 1 percent slope download in direction of flow. f. Install nipples, flanges, unions, transition and special fittings, and valves with pressure ratings same as or higher than system pressure rating, unless otherwise indicated. g. Install branch connections to compressed-air mains from top of main. Provide drain leg and drain trap at end of each main and branch and at low points. h. Install piping to permit valve servicing. i. Install piping free of sags and bends. j. Install unions, adjacent to each valve and at final connection to each piece of equipment and machine. k. Install sleeves and escutcheons for piping penetrations of walls, ceilings, and floors as necessary. l. The fixing clips shall allow axial movement of the pipe to compensate for system expansion and contraction. m.horizontal and vertical AIRpipe piping shall be supported by AIRpipe pipe clips. Hanger rods to be solid with only enough thread for the connection ends. Hangers to be spaced at intervals as described herein, as required to avoid sag, prevent vibration, and allow accurate leveling or grading. 1. Single loop system A) Installing flexible hose in the middle of a pipe run. The distance between pipe clip and the connector should be appropriately sized. Flexible hose B) Installing flexible hose at the corner of a long pipe run 2) Multiloop pipeline Reserve adequate distance from system corners to walls and fixed structures. Consider flexibility for drops from the main header. Note that a hose can be used to compensate for temperature changes at the corners. Compensating for the effects of expansion or contraction. For deformation part, reserve 11.8'' to 19.6'' for stretch. Pipe clips The distance between pipe clip and the corner should be approximately 6' or larger. The distance between pipe clip and the corner should be large than 6.56' x0 328' x1 Compensating for the effects of thermal variation. 656' 33/34

Catalogue. We provide superior performing compressed air & gas systems with engineered longevity to reduce operating costs and improve productivity.

Catalogue. We provide superior performing compressed air & gas systems with engineered longevity to reduce operating costs and improve productivity. We provide superior performing compressed air & gas systems with engineered longevity to reduce operating costs and improve productivity. ENGINEERED FOR SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE Compressed Air & Gas Systems