Expansion joints reliably accommodate changes in length and angle brought about by temperature differences, settlement of foundations or imprecise installation. They protect hose lines, machines and equipment from damage. Expansion joints also play a key role in damping vibrations from motors and turbines by preventing their transmission along exhaust pipes or compressed air lines.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Expansion joints reliably accommodate changes in length and angle brought about by temperature differences, settlement of foundations or imprecise installation. They protect hose lines, machines and equipment from damage. 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