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mechanical joint

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mechanical joint
typical mechanical joint
1. A gastight and watertight joint formed by joining metal parts through a positive-holding mechanical assembly (such as flanged joint, screwed joint, flared joint).
2. In piping, a joint which typically consists of: (a) a flange which is integrally cast with the bell of the pipe, (b) a rubber gasket which fits into the recess in the socket, (c) a follower ring which compresses the gasket, and (d) nuts and bolts used to tighten the joint.


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The new business unit, which will operate alongside X-Calibur's construction chemistry businesses, focuses on four main product groups - Resin anchors and structural adhesives; rebar couplers; mechanical Joints and structural strengthening systems.
Copeland Assigned: United States Pipe and Foundry Key statement: A gasket for converting a standard mechanical joint into a restrained mechanical joint by forming a gasket to fit within the bell in such a manner that a void exists during rest, into which void the gasket compresses, which in turn influences the rotational motion of the segment influencing the timing and extent of rotation throughout the process of securing the gland to the bell.
It is the UK's leading manufacturer and installer of mechanical joints to the civil engineering industry, and its contracts included Tyneside's Redheugh Bridge and the Tower Bridge in London.
 
 
 
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