
This rectangular fabric expansion joint will be used in an exhaust duct in a power plant. It measures 136″ L x 54″ W x 12″ face-to-face and is fabricated with stainless steel angle, frame ends and internal liner. The fabric belt material is PTFE coated glass cloth, which is low friction and high in tear/crease resistance and tensile strength. This expansion joint is rated for an axial movement of 1-1/2″ with a lateral offset of 1/2″ and maximum temperatures up to 600°F. A quality inspection was administered, including a dye penetrant test prior to shipment.

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This expansion joint is 10" diameter, 15" overall length, universal type (meaning two bellows), 321 SS (stainless steel) bellows, 150 psig, 321 SS flange and weld ends, 321 SS liner, carbon steel cover and 304 SS tie rods.
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The unexpected closure of Lortz Manufacturing came as a surprise to us here at U.S. Bellows. For the customers who may have been adversely impacted by the closure of Lortz Manufacturing, we are offering our products and services to you. In case you are unfamiliar with U.S. Bellows, Inc., we have been designing and manufacturing high quality engineered expansion joints since the 1960′s and are located in Houston, TX. We have also been a member of EJMA since 2002 and have representation on both the technical and management committees.
From custom metallic expansion joints to a variety of fabric expansion joints, we are bound to have the product you need for your particular application. Rest assured that your expansion joint needs can be covered by our 24/7 web-based emergency services, field services and quick-turn around time when you need it most. Please view our product line and call us at (832) 356-8812 to speak to a U.S. Bellows representative who will help accommodate your specific expansion joint requirements for continued uninterrupted operation in your piping system.