
Flanged Cardan Articulated Earthquake Expansion Joint
Flanged Cardan Articulated Earthquake Expansion Joint
| DESIGN FEATURES | |
|---|---|
| Design | EJMA STANDARDS |
| Connection Type | FLANGED / WELDED |
| Operating Pressure | 16 Bar / Max 40 Bar (Optional) |
| Temperature | -90°C - 550°C |
| Expansion Amount |
X : 100 mm YZ: 100 mm X : 100 mm YZ: 200 mm X : 100 mm YZ : 300 mm X : 100 mm YZ : 400 mm |

| FEATURES | |
|---|---|
| Bellows | AISI 304 / AISI 316 - AISI 321 (Optional) |
| Neck | St 37-2 / AISI 304 - AISI 316 (Optional) |
| Tandem Pipe | St 37-2 / AISI 304 - AISI 316 (Optional) |
| Channeled Lama | St 37-2 / AISI 304 - AISI 316 (Optional) |
| Collar | AISI 304 / AISI 316 (Optional) |
| Knuckle Circle | St 37-2 / AISI 304 - AISI 316 (Optional) |
| Pim | St 37-2 / AISI 304 - AISI 316 (Optional) |
| Rondela | St 37-2 / AISI 304 - AISI 316 (Optional) |
| Lama | St 37-2 / AISI 304 - AISI 316 (Optional) |
| Short Llama | St 37-2 / AISI 304 - AISI 316 (Optional) |
| Flange | St 37-2 / AISI 304 - AISI 316 (Optional) |
What is Flanged Cardan Articulated Earthquake Compensator and What Does It Do?
Flanged Cardan Articulated Earthquake Expansion Jointis a special compensator model designed to prevent damage to pipelines under dynamic loads such as earthquakes, ground settlement, building movement or sudden changes in direction. This product type offers easy installation and replacement thanks to its flanged connection structure, cardan articulated system and provides safe absorption of angular movements. In areas with high horizontal displacements such as earthquakes, both indoor and outdoor lines at structure connection points plays a critical role.
Especially city infrastructures, in power plants and process piping systems use is widespread. The flanged structure eliminates the need for welding and facilitates the maintenance process. The universal joint system maintains the integrity of the system by tolerating both horizontal and vertical angular movements. This type of compensators, international earthquake engineering norms are also among the recommended system components.
As Omtek Teknik, earthquake compensator product group this product offers a safe and long-lasting solution, especially in areas at risk of seismic movement. To determine the most suitable model for your application you can contact our expert team. Necessary technical support, drawing and engineering consultancy services are provided by us.


Flanged Cardan Articulated Earthquake Compensator Uses
Flanged Cardan Joint Earthquake Expansion Joint is an indispensable solution for structures located in areas with high seismic risk. It ensures the safety of the system against dynamic effects such as earthquakes, ground settlement and building movements. Among the most preferred places high-rise buildings, infrastructure piping systems and outlines of industrial plants is in place. This compensator prevents water, steam or gas leaks by preventing the pipe system from breaking during an earthquake.
Especially in power plants and petrochemical plantsIt is preferred to accommodate angular movements in cases where the connection points cannot be fixed. The cardan articulated structure tolerates axial, lateral and angular movements, allowing the system to operate without compromising its integrity. Also In HVAC systems and fire lines and this product is often preferred due to its high safety standard.
This compensator model can be designed specially for the project, earthquake compensator solutions is one of the most reliable options. Both in new construction projects and retrofit applications available. For more information and technical support you can reach our team - engineering support and exploration services are provided free of charge.
Industrial Advantages of Using Quality Expansion Joints
Compensator selection in industrial plants plays a critical role in terms of system durability, safety and operational efficiency. Flanged Cardan Articulated Earthquake Expansion Joint not only accommodate expansion, but also provide active protection against large-scale physical stresses such as earthquakes, structural movement and changes in direction. The flanged connection structure speeds up the installation process, while the universal joint system absorbs angular movements in a controlled manner.
The use of quality compensators, especially retrofit applications and in seismic risk areas provide long-term operational safety. There are many examples in the literature where cheap and poor quality products lead to leakage, loosening of connections or pipe breakage in the system over time. In contrast, Omtek products ISO and TSE certificates to have engineering support is offered together with.
Earthquake compensator solutions among them is this model, pipe penetrations inside and outside the building offers maximum safety. Quality compensators, selected with accurate engineering calculations prior to application, reduce the need for maintenance, extend system life and reduce operating costs. With Omtek, you gain not just a product, but a sustainable solution partner.
