HeatFlex Fabric Expansion Joint

MAXWOR HeatFlex Fabric Expansion Joint solutions are high-temperature resistant fabric compensator systems designed to absorb thermal expansion, vibrations, and mechanical movements in high-temperature gas and exhaust lines.

Used in processes with high temperature–low pressure conditions, these compensators reduce loads on ducts and equipment due to their lightweight structure while increasing system safety through high flexibility.

Thanks to their multilayer fabric structure, the HeatFlex series absorbs axial, lateral, and angular movements, providing reliable solutions in energy, cement, metallurgy, and heavy industry applications.

Technical Specifications

Design and Operating Principle

HeatFlex Fabric Expansion Joint designs are optimized to absorb thermal expansion and mechanical movements thanks to their high-temperature resistant multilayer fabric structure.

The compensator structure reduces mechanical stresses in duct and piping systems by absorbing thermal loads, vibrations, and duct movements caused by high-temperature gas flow.

Systems can be manufactured in circular or rectangular cross-sections and offer suitable solutions for different process and duct designs with flanged or frame-type connection options.

Thanks to its low-stiffness structure, it also contributes to damping vibrations at fan and equipment connections.

Performance Advantages

  • Provides reliable operation at high temperatures
  • Effectively absorbs thermal expansion
  • Offers a lighter structure compared to metal expansion joints
  • Provides resistance to thermal shock
  • Reduces fan and equipment vibrations
  • Delivers corrosion-resistant construction
  • Provides high movement capacity
  • Ensures long service life

Operating Values

Operating Pressure

  • Maximum 0.3 bar

Operating Temperature

-20°C / +600°C

Movement Capacities

  • Axial Movement: ±60 mm – 150 mm
  • Lateral Movement: ±40 mm – 120 mm
  • Angular Movement: ±8° – 15°

Note: The HeatFlex series is optimized for applications requiring a combination of high temperature and low pressure.

Design & Material

The multilayer fabric structure used in HeatFlex Fabric Expansion Joint designs is optimized to provide high temperature resistance, flexibility, and long service life.

Inner Sealing Layer

  • Heat-resistant fiberglass fabric
  • PTFE coating (optional)
  • Silicone coating (optional)

Thermal Barrier Layers

  • Fiberglass felts
  • High-temperature insulation textiles

Load-Bearing Layers

  • Fiberglass

Outer Protective Layer

  • Silicone-coated fiberglass fabric
  • Outer surface structures resistant to heat and environmental effects

Connection Elements

  • Carbon Steel Frame
  • Stainless Steel Frame (Optional)

Manufacturing is custom-optimized according to operating temperature, gas type, duct size, movement requirements, and process conditions.

Applications

  • Boiler and furnace exhaust lines
  • Power plants
  • Cement and lime plants
  • Steel and metallurgy facilities
  • High-temperature process gas lines
  • Industrial chimney systems

Documents

Quotation Form