FCE Swivel joints – Højtryk

A Swivel joint is a component in a piping system that allows fluid circulation whilst maintaining articulation and inbuilt rotation between 2 fixed ends of the piping system. Applications can be for temporary and fixed installations. Most common swivels employ male/female housings, a bearing – usually of ball race design and a sealing mechanism between the male and the female components of the housing.

Applications:

  • Loading systems
  • Temporary piping systems around the wellhead  (cementing operations, BOP and choke lines, etc.)
  • Flare lines
  • Hoses
  • Hydraulic machines, sewer units, etc.

How to select your swivel joint:
In order to provide the accurate swivel joint for your application, it is essential to specify several parameters:

1 – Flow conditions:

  • Max operating pressure.
  • Min and Max operating temperature (fluid).
  • Max flow rate.

2 – Fluid characteristics:(abrasive & corrosive content)

3 – Mechanical constraints:

  • Radial & axial loads.
  • Rotating speed.

4 – Service and environmental conditions:

  • Ambient temperature & environment (indoor, outdoor).
  • Service frequency (cycle per day / hour).
  • Piping system configuration & line size.
  • Swivel style (see below).


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