Survey of Industrial Coal Conversion Equipment Capabilities: Mechanical Piping Connectors and Expansion Joints

摘要

A survey of industrial capabilities of manufacturers to supply mechanical piping connectors and expansion joints for the future coal conversion industry is presented in this report. Also discussed are developmnet and testing capabilities of manufacturers, lead-time requirements, economic considerations, and current technology of piping connectors and expansion joints for severe service applications. To determine industry's capability to supply connector and expansion joints for coal conversion applications, questionnaires were mailed to 449 connector manufacturers and 12 expansion joint manufacturers. Results indicate that industry is capable of furnishing this equipment in the quantity, sizes, and pressure and temperature ranges which will be required in the future coal conversion industry. (ERA citation 04:045804)