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We will introduce the installation procedure for the 'SS40 and SS-3300 series' that we handle. First, cut the pipe at a right angle and use 120-grit sandpaper to polish the sealing surface in a circular manner, cleaning the surface to remove any scratches. Next, use a Multi-Purpose Gauge (MPG) to confirm that the outer diameter of the pipe is the appropriate size and mark the pipe. Then, select the necessary LOKRING tools for installation, inspect the tools, and ensure they operate correctly. After that, set the fitting at the location marked "INSTALL" and securely install it while operating the tool. Finally, visually confirm that the installation has been done correctly. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We will introduce the installation procedure for the 'MAS-3000 series' that we handle. First, cut the pipe at a right angle and use 120-grit sandpaper to polish the sealing surface in a circular manner, cleaning the surface to remove any scratches. Next, use a Multi-Purpose Gauge (MPG) to ensure that the outer diameter of the pipe is the correct size and mark the pipe. If the surface condition of the pipe is poor, apply a thin layer of PST sealant (liquid TFE) as an aid for sealing. Then, select the necessary LOKRING tools for installation, inspect the tools to ensure they operate correctly, set the fitting at the location marked "INSTALL," and securely install it while operating the tool. Finally, visually confirm that the installation has been done correctly. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

This document is an overview of the "LOKRING joint," which serves as an alternative to welding in accordance with ASME B31. It includes "overview" information such as carbon steel (up to 100A) and stainless steel (up to 80A), as well as "features and benefits" such as no need for fire protection. Images of the "burst test (ASME B31)" and "bending fatigue test (ASME B31)" are also included, so please take a moment to read through it. [Contents] ■ Overview ■ Features and Benefits *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

In this document, we introduce the "LOKRING Joint Installation Procedure." We explain the process from "Cutting and Preparing the Pipe" to "Visual Inspection After Installation" using images and diagrams. Additionally, we also include information on "Features of LOKRING Joints" and "Seal Structure of LOKRING Joints," so please take a moment to read through it. 【Contents (Partial)】 ■ Features of LOKRING Joints ■ Seal Structure of LOKRING Joints ■ Couplings that do not penetrate the pipe and those that do ■ Pressure and temperature of carbon steel LOKRING joints and the wall thickness (Sch) of applicable pipes ■ Pressure and temperature of stainless steel LOKRING joints and the wall thickness (Sch) of applicable pipes *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This document is the installation manual for the brass "LOKRING fittings" of the BR series. It introduces the installation steps from 1 to 5 using diagrams, including instructions such as "Before cutting the tube, clean the outer surface of the tube and remove any scratches with a low-abrasion pad as needed." Please take a moment to read it. [Contents (partial)] ■ Installation Steps ■ Step 1 ■ Step 2 ■ Step 3 ■ Step 4 ■ Step 5 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Lokring Corporation has been asked to evaluate the performance of the joint line of the MAS-3000 product installed on Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) carbon steel pipes. Therefore, burst tests and bending fatigue tests were conducted on Lokring MAS-3000 carbon steel products installed on JIS G 3454 STPG 370, G 3455 STS 370, and G 3456 STPT 370 carbon steel pipes. For more details, please refer to the related catalog. [Contents (partial)] ■ Background ■ Table 1: Pipe sizes, joint sizes, wall thickness ■ Purpose of the tests ■ Test details ■ Table 2: Pipe sizes, LOKRING joint sizes, wall thickness *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

A performance evaluation of the SS40 fitting line installed on JIS stainless steel pipes is being requested. Therefore, pressure tests and bending fatigue tests were conducted on Lokring SS40 stainless steel products installed on JIS G 3459 SUS304TP stainless steel pipes. This test plan is based on ASME B31 regarding the quality of a series of fitting sizes. For more details, please refer to the related catalog. [Contents (partial)] ■ Purpose of the test ■ Test details ■ Results of the pressure test ■ Bending fatigue test *For more information, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We will hold a technical seminar on November 1st, Wednesday, at the Daihakata Building Reference Conference Room to reintroduce the technology and usefulness of lock ring joints, as well as to promote the fire-free piping method as an alternative to welding, so that many customers can become familiar with lock ring joints. We will present the construction methods, usage examples, and certification and test results demonstrating the performance of lock ring joints, and we will invite experts from the petroleum and electric power industries to give special lectures. We look forward to your attendance. 【Overview】 ■ Co-hosts: U.S. Embassy Commercial Service & E-Piping ■ Sponsors: Japan Petroleum Institute ■ Date and Time: November 1, 2023 (Wednesday) 14:00 - 17:00 (Registration starts at 13:30) ■ Venue: Daihakata Building, 11th Floor, Room 1123 ■ Address: 2-20-1 Hakataekimae, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, 812-0011 Phone: 092-292-5754 ■ Participation Fee: Free (Pre-registration required, first-come-first-served, capacity of 80 people; up to 3 participants per company) ■ Registration Deadline: October 20, 2023 (Friday) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the advantages of the "LOKRING fittings" that we handle. There is no need for maintenance or repairs, and since there is no heating work involved, the accident rate related to OSHA decreases. The quick and easy installation improves productivity. Additionally, the fittings that use mechanical tightening comply with the API 607 Fire Test, and they are products that do not require screws, ferrules, or the use of wrenches. 【Advantages (partial)】 ■ Permanent connection ■ No heating work required ■ Safe prevention of construction mistakes ■ No need for purging or cleaning ■ Compliant with ANSI/ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.4, B31.5, B31.8, B31.9 *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the situations and locations where our "LOKRING fittings" are suitable. They are ideal for places with limited space, underwater, in situations involving flammable or explosive hazards, when there are losses/problems due to plant downtime, and in any weather or conditions that require work. Additionally, ASME-certified welders are freed from welding small diameter pipes of 3 inches or less and can concentrate on welding large diameter pipes or pressure vessels. 【Suitable situations/locations (partial)】 ■ Places with limited space ■ Underwater ■ In situations involving flammable or explosive hazards ■ When there are losses/problems due to plant downtime ■ When work is required in medical gas systems *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

Introducing the technology of "Elastic Strain Preload (ESP)." During installation, the axial movement of the LOKRING driver on the joint body compresses the body against the pipe surface, initially elastically and then plastically compressing the pipe wall. As resistance to the compressive force on the pipe wall occurs, significant compressive loads develop at the contact area between the narrow sealing section inside the joint body and the pipe surface. 【Features】 - The pipe wall is initially compressed elastically and then plastically. - Significant compressive loads occur at the contact area between the narrow sealing section and the pipe surface. - Plastic deformation occurs on the pipe surface beneath multiple sealing sections. - A permanent seal of metal is formed between the pipe and the joint body along a 360° circumference. - The durability of the connection is enhanced. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the applications of "LOKRING fittings" that we handle in the railway sector. They can be used for applications such as air brake systems, auxiliary support systems, and AAR Unconditional Approval (2003). Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Applications】 ■ Air brake systems ■ Auxiliary support systems ■ AAR Unconditional Approval (2003) *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the applications of "LOKRING fittings" for medical gas/vacuum handled by our company. Suitable for NFPA 99 (Para. 5.1.10.7(4)) 2005 certification, vacuum piping, and lines using nitrogen/oxygen/nitrous oxide. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Applications】 ■ NFPA 99 (Para. 5.1.10.7(4)) 2005 certification ■ Lines using nitrogen/oxygen/nitrous oxide ■ Vacuum piping ■ Cooling/utility/fire water *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the applications of "LOKRING fittings" in the chemical process industry that our company handles. Products suitable for applications such as distillates/aromatic compounds, air sealing/air cooling, steam/condensate, hydrocarbons/liquefied petroleum gas, polymers/catalysts, flare headers, and VOCs (volatile organic compounds). Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Applications (partial)】 ■ Distillates/aromatic compounds ■ Air breathing ■ Cleaning solvents/waste solvents ■ Air sealing/air cooling ■ Steam/condensate ■ Hydrocarbons/liquefied petroleum gas *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The "LOKRING fitting" is a piping solution that achieves a high-strength and high-seal connection without welding by attaching the fitting body to the piping and tightening it with a special tool. You can watch the installation of Lokring fittings in a YouTube video. Since Lokring fittings do not use open flames, there is no need for protective measures around the area, reducing the risk of fire and explosion. They can be installed in confined spaces adjacent to walls and ceilings, repair existing piping, and work even when fluids are flowing, allowing for quick and easy installation, which contributes to reduced work time and alleviates labor shortages. 【Features】 ■ Improved safety by connecting piping with high strength through crimping without using open flames. ■ Reduced construction time due to quick installation, contributing to cost savings. ■ Easy installation helps alleviate labor shortages. *For more details, please refer to the materials available for download in the <Download Catalog> section. Installation videos are also available. Please check the <Basic Information> section.

We would like to introduce the automotive applications of the "LOKRING fittings" that we handle. They are suitable for plants and services dealing with solvents/water, as well as tank farm services. Additionally, these products can also be used for utility services and process industry applications. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Applications】 ■ Plants dealing with solvents/water ■ Tank farm services ■ Utility services ■ Process industry applications *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the applications of "LOKRING fittings" in power generation that our company handles. They can be used for applications such as boiler discharge (without code), water desalination, fuel oil/lubricating oil, and water supply systems. Additionally, they can also be used for instrumentation air/plant air/utility air. Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests. 【Applications (partial)】 ■ Steam: Boiler discharge (without code) ■ Carbon dioxide/hydrogen/nitrogen gas ■ Sealed cooling water ■ Condensate: Water desalination ■ Fuel oil/lubricating oil *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the applications of "LOKRING fittings" in shipbuilding/repair that our company handles. They are suitable for fire hazard services, lubricants/hydraulic oil, and utility services. Additionally, they are applicable for steam/condensate, instrumentation/control applications, and have obtained Lloyd's/ABS type certification as well as certification from the U.S. Navy (NAVSEA). 【Applications】 ■ Fire hazard services ■ Lubricants/hydraulic oil ■ Utility services ■ Steam/condensate ■ Instrumentation/control applications *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the applications of "LOKRING fittings" in marine production and petroleum refining that our company handles. They can be used in applications such as instrumentation air, condensate/discharge lines, evaporated hydrogen discharge/flaring headers, and systems using propane/nitrogen. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Applications (partial)】 ■ Utility/Water/Steam ■ Instrumentation Air ■ Condensate/Discharge Lines ■ Evaporated Hydrogen Discharge/Flaring Headers ■ Systems using Propane/Nitrogen *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the applications of "LOKRING fittings" in the metal industry that our company handles. They can be used in utility services, instrumentation air/control applications, steam/condensate, and coolant/cooling water. Additionally, they are suitable for lubricating oil/hydraulic oil and air breathing. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Applications】 ■ Lubricating oil/hydraulic oil ■ Air breathing ■ Utility services ■ Instrumentation air/control applications ■ Steam/condensate ■ Coolant/cooling water *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the applications of "LOKRING fittings" in pulp and paper that our company handles. They can be used in various applications including water wheels/hot water wheels, steam/condensate, cleaning solvents/waste solvents, instrumentation air/control applications, and steam trap stations. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Applications (partial)】 ■ Hydraulic oil/lubricating oil ■ Water: portable, hot water shower, filtration ■ Water wheels/hot water wheels ■ Steam/condensate ■ Cleaning solvents/waste solvents *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

The "LOKRING joint" allows for the assembly/preparation/installation of 50 to 60 units on-site in a single shift. In terms of assembly at typical job sites, it boasts double the productivity compared to pipe welding. The increase in productivity for general tasks enables cost reduction. By using LOKRING, productivity improvements and a decrease in man-hours are achieved, allowing for approximately 2.5 times more joint-related work to be done in an hour. 【Features of LOKRING Joint】 ■ Allows for the assembly/preparation/installation of 50 to 60 units on-site in a single shift ■ Boasts double the productivity compared to pipe welding ■ Enables cost reduction ■ Achieves productivity improvements and a decrease in man-hours ■ Allows for approximately 2.5 times more joint-related work to be done in an hour *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

If welding operations are eliminated, many indirect costs related to safety, labor, equipment, consumables, inspections, repairs, and monitoring will be unnecessary or significantly reduced. There are many examples, such as the installation of "sniff" areas, gas-free zones, rain shelters, fire monitoring systems, and the installation of equipment, electrical cables, and purge lines. Additionally, ASME-certified welders will be freed from welding small-diameter pipes of 3 inches or less, allowing them to focus on welding larger pipes or pressure vessels. 【Examples (partial)】 ■ Obtaining permits related to fire hazards ■ Installation of scaffolding and ventilation systems ■ Installation of "sniff" areas, gas-free zones, and rain shelters ■ Blank flanges/nozzles ■ Installation of fire monitoring systems ■ Installation of fire boxes/waterproof sheets *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the "carbon steel pipe fittings" that we handle. The certified pipes are made of carbon steel that complies with standards such as JIS STPG370/STS370/STPT370, as well as carbon steel seamless and ERW carbon steel. Additionally, for schedule 80 compatible pipes, the products comply with ANSI B31.3 (at ambient temperature). 【Certified Compatible Pipes】 ■ Carbon Steel (compliant with JIS STPG370/STS370/STPT370, etc.) ■ Carbon Steel Seamless (compliant with ASTM A106/A53S/A333) ■ ERW Carbon Steel (compliant with ASTM A53E/A587) *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce our "stainless steel pipe fittings." These fittings are compatible with stainless steel (compliant with JIS SUS 304/304L/SUS316/316L) and carbon steel pipes (compliant with ASTM A106/A53S). The nominal diameter of the pipes is 1/2 inch, with schedules of 10/40/80, a maximum operating pressure of 34.8 MPa, and a temperature range of -50 to 425°C. 【Certified Compatible Pipes】 ■ Stainless steel (compliant with JIS SUS 304/304L/SUS316/316L) ■ Stainless steel (compliant with ASTM A312 Type 304/304L/316/316L) ■ Carbon steel pipes (compliant with JIS STPG370/STS370/STPT370, etc.) ■ Carbon steel pipes (compliant with ASTM A106/A53S) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the "copper-nickel pipe fittings" that we handle. These fittings are compatible with pipes such as copper-nickel MIL-T-24107 1.37Mpa, 1.65mm, and copper-nickel 70/30 class 200 and class 700 per MIL-T-16420. Additionally, for the CN-3300 with an outer diameter size of 1/4 inch, the maximum operating pressure is 22.8Mpa. 【Certified Compatible Pipes】 ■ Copper-nickel 90/10 class 200 ■ per MIL-T-16420 1.72Mpa ■ Copper-nickel MIL-T-24107 1.37Mpa, 1.65mm ■ Copper-nickel 70/30 class 200 and class 700 per MIL-T-16420 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce our "stainless steel tube fittings." We offer fittings compatible with seamless steel (compliant with ASTM A269 or A213), including unions, elbow fittings, and union tees. Additionally, when the wall thickness is at its minimum/maximum, the compatible tubes comply with ANSI B31.3 (at ambient temperature). Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests. 【Certified Compatible Tubes】 ■ Seamless steel (compliant with ASTM A269 or A213) ■ Unions ■ Elbow fittings ■ Union tees *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce our "brass medical gas LOKRING fittings." The compatible tubes are copper pipes for building plumbing JIS H 3300 and copper pipes for medical gas (K/L/M). Additionally, the certified wall thickness K for the 3/8 inch nominal fitting has a thickness of 1.25mm and a pressure rating of 13.4Mpa. Please feel free to contact us if you have any inquiries. 【Compatible Tubes】 ■ Copper pipes for building plumbing JIS H 3300 and copper pipes for medical gas (K/L/M) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

In chemical plants and power stations, many "flanged joints" are used outdoors. Flanged joints are essential for connections with valves and equipment. However, there are many flammable fluid pipes in the surrounding area, and hot work such as welding poses risks, necessitating fire protection measures. Additionally, rainwater can infiltrate the gasket area, leading to corrosion and potential fluid leaks, which can be time-consuming and labor-intensive to inspect. This issue is particularly exacerbated in petrochemical plants and power stations located along the coast, where salt damage further complicates the problem. The 'Lokring joint' provided by E-Piping features a sealing structure (inboard seal and outboard seal) that isolates the main seal from external environments and internal fluids, thereby reducing the possibility of leaks. (Refer to the PDF for more details) **Features of Lokring Joints** - Reduces the possibility of leaks! - Can be installed easily and quickly without using fire! - Contributes to improved safety, reduced labor, and lower overall installation costs! - Usable in areas with risks of ignition or explosion, and can be installed underwater. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us directly.*

In the oil and gas industry, safe operation of plants is the top priority. Welding work in pipe connections carries risks of fire and explosion, which can threaten the safety of workers. LOKRING fittings significantly reduce these risks as they do not require the use of open flames, creating a safe working environment. 【Application Scenarios】 - Oil refining plants - Gas pipelines - Chemical plants - Hazardous material storage facilities 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Reduced risk of fire and explosion - Ensured safety of workers - Safe operation of plants - Rapid response in emergencies