Many structures need proper maintenance of piping-system to ensure their efficiency and avoid any damage. For example- filters need to be changed monthly, weekly, or in some systems, every day. Turbulence and strainer clogs can lead to floating debris in a system which results in massive wear on pumps and lowers the efficiency and life of the equipment. Bearings and impellers also suffer from erosion over time and may need to be replaced.
In addition to this, lines of pipe may become corrode and require maintenance or replacement. All of these maintenance concerns are noted in mechanical pipe joining systems. Three types of maintenance are performed on piping systems which are- routine periodic inspections, physical changes or expansions to a piping system, and unscheduled repairs. Reasons for these repairs can include erosion; corrosion; cracks; leaks; weld failure, such as pinholes and incomplete fusion; and material failure, such as pipe defects.
Advantage of Weldless Fitting Design
A mechanical joint's weldless design proffers advantages to a user over the life of a system by decreasing the requirement for maintenance. It enables quick and easy system access for repair work and system expansion. It also maintains a secure environment for workers and building occupants. Some of the benefits are also given below:
1. Easy system access
It also allows readily and convenient access to piping systems for routine equipment maintenance, system expansion, and pipeline repair. Mechanical weldless pipe-joining systems are not much complicated to assemble and disassemble; they need less labour and time to install. It saves time and human labour as well. Whereas a traditional welded system requires highly skilled professional and operation that is an intensive process and may not be able to implement during certain situations and conditions.
2. Safety
In all facilities, especially in hospitals, schools, and airports, it is essential to give a flame-free piping method. The dangers linked with welding reduce worker safety and increase project labour hours, downtime, and expenditure.
The grooved method exterminates the potential for catching fire because it is a flame-free method. Welding requires entire piping systems to be drained of liquid and dried before the performance of maintenance because pipes could burst from pressure caused by heat from a flame. It is life-threatening for welders. There weldless fittings are the ideal alternative for these settings.
No doubt, weldless fittings like PYPLOK swage fittings do not need much maintenance and provide speed and easy accessibility. Along with this, these also renders safe environment for workers and building occupants. It also allows workers to perform maintenance procedures in lesser time, conveniently, and safely.