Rectangular Corrugated Metal Expansion Joint

MAXWOR rectangular corrugated expansion joint solutions are metal bellows systems designed to absorb thermal expansion, vibration, and installation tolerances occurring in rectangular or square ducts and pipeline systems.

It is especially used in large-section air, gas, and exhaust ducts. These expansion joints reduce stresses within the system, maintain duct integrity, and extend equipment service life.

Thanks to the corrugated metal bellows structure, it safely absorbs axial, lateral, and angular movements while providing a leak-tight and durable design that ensures reliable performance in high-temperature applications.

It is widely used in power plants, industrial furnaces, flue gas systems, steel plants, and HVAC duct applications.

Technical Specifications

Design and Operating Principle

Rectangular corrugated expansion joints consist of a specially engineered metal bellows structure designed for rectangular or square duct systems. The corrugated bellows geometry allows controlled absorption of thermal expansion and mechanical movements within the system.

This flexible structure, used in large cross-section duct systems, reduces the transmission of vibration and mechanical stresses to the ductwork. Flanged or welded connection options provide suitable solutions for different process and duct configurations.

These designs are optimized according to project-specific dimensions and movement requirements, ensuring safe operation in high-temperature gas and air applications.

Performance Advantages

  • Ideal solution for rectangular and square duct systems
  • High flexibility in large cross-section ducts
  • Absorbs thermal stresses
  • Reduces vibration and mechanical loads
  • Provides leak-tight and durable construction
  • Suitable for high-temperature applications
  • Long service life
  • High project-based design flexibility

Operating Values

Operating Pressure

  • Maximum 5 bar
  • (depending on cross-section size and bellows geometry)

Operating Temperature

  • -20°C / +450°C
  • (depending on bellows and housing material)

Movement Capabilities

  • Axial Movement: ±10 mm – 50 mm
  • Lateral Movement: ±10 mm – 80 mm
  • Angular Movement: ±2° – 6°

Note: In large-section rectangular expansion joints, pressure capacity may be lower compared to circular expansion joint designs.

Design & Material

In rectangular corrugated expansion joint designs, the bellows structure is optimized to provide high flexibility, temperature resistance, and long service life. Production is carried out on a project-specific basis according to duct cross-section dimensions and operating conditions.

Bellows Materials

  • AISI 304
  • AISI 316 / 316L
  • AISI 321

Frame / Flange Materials

  • Carbon steel
  • (S235JR, P235GH)
  • Stainless steel (optional)

Gasket and Sealing Elements

  • Graphite
  • Ceramic fiber
  • (optional for high-temperature applications)

Optional Design Features

  • Internal guiding plates
  • Thermal insulation jackets
  • External protective coating
  • Special high-temperature solutions

Production is project-specific and optimized according to duct dimensions, operating temperature, pressure, gas type, and movement requirements.

Applications

  • Flue gas and exhaust duct systems
  • HVAC duct networks
  • Industrial furnaces
  • Boiler and chimney systems
  • Power plants
  • Steel and cement plants

Documents

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