JOINING TECHNIQUESfor line pipe made of steel

Depending on the pipe dimensions and operating conditions of a pipeline, such as the operating pressure and the transported medium, various joining techniques are available – and thus a variety of options and diverse degrees of freedom – for the installation of the pipeline and its subsequent operation.

Basically, we differentiate between mechanical and welded pipe joints. Examples of non-permanent mechanical joints are couplings and flanges. They are predominantly used in non-buried pipelines. In the case of joint welding, we offer butt-weld and slip-welding options.

Butt weld

The pipes are joined together in the field to form a pipe string using butt welding. Various welding methods are used for this purpose. The standard connection for end design type C3 in the water sector.

 

Properties

Standard connection for high-pressure pipes. Thanks to their tight tolerances, Mannesmann pipes can be aligned precisely, ensuring low-error connection welds and predictable processes on the construction site. The connection is force-fit, electrically conductive, and can be tested non-destructively using various methods.

 

Zap-Lok™

Mannesmann pipes can be supplied in a wide range of dimensions with the Zap-Lok™ connection from NOV. The bell and pin ends are prepared directly at the mill. Variants with continuous internal coating (including on the end face of the spigot side) are also available with TK-70 material.

 

Properties

Mechanical connection. Enables very fast installation and a factory-applied internal coating, even at the pipe connection point. Can be used onshore and offshore.

 

Flange connection

Bolt-together connection in various designs e.g., fixed flange, loose flanges

Properties

Detachable connection for free installation Ideal for fire extinguishing lines and industrial systems

 

Pipe coupling

Bolt-together coupling elements for grooved pipe ends

 

Properties

Detachable connection for free installation Ideal for fire extinguishing lines and industrial systems

 

Socket weld joint

Special design of the welded joint for aggressive media, drinking water, and cable protection pipes.

 

Properties

Standard connection for cement-lined drinking water and sewage transport pipes as well as for injection pipes and pipes transporting oil-water mixtures. In addition, the special version of this connection is ideal for cable protection pipes. Forece-locked, electrically conductive for cathodic corrosion protection, stranded installation, non-destructive testing possible. If necessary, the connection area can be protected during installation using suitable sealing materials.