Typical Mechanical Coupling Product Types
Couplings Viking Johnson Dedicated Coupling: Viking Johnson Dedicated Couplings Viking Johnson dedicated straight couplings are used for joining pipes of:...
Coupling Principles & Product Types
How Does a Viking Johnson Coupling Work & Key Features
All Large Diameter Dedicated Viking Johnson couplings, stepped couplings, flange adaptors, MaxiFit, QuickFit, MegaFit, UltraGrip, FlexLock and AquaGrip (up to...
Coupling Principles & Product Types
Pipe Materials
Of these, the rigid materials with high strength capabilities, such as steel, grey cast iron, ductile iron and concrete can...
Pipe Data
Pipe Ovality
Moderate ovality, especially in large diameter steel or ductile iron pipes, can frequently be rectified by selective bolt tightening to...
Pipe Data
Importance of Bolt Torque
Gaskets will over their design life relax leading to a reduction in energy required to form a seal, which is...
Installation & Site Practice
Pipe Tolerances, Outside Diameter & Measurement
Pipe Tolerances Viking Johnson couplings give their optimum performance when they are a close fit on the pipe. Seal effectiveness...
Pipe Data
Pipe Coatings & Pipe Surface Finish
The Viking Johnson system relies on good uniform contact of the gaskets with the pipe surface, and the following need...
Pipe Data
Pipe End Preparation
Critical Dimensions L & M on Pipe End: If the pressure rating for the fitting is to be maintained, there...
Installation & Site Practice
Working Pressure
The working pressure capability of a coupling varies with its size and construction. It is also dependent upon correct pipe tolerances...
Pressure & End Load
Accommodating End Load – Restrained Fittings
Below ground, pipe thrusts can normally be restrained by means of concrete thrust blocks at bends, valves, etc. but above...
Pressure & End Load
Operating Temperature
The maximum operating temperature of a Viking Johnson product is determined by taking lowest value of: – Different grades of...
Sealing, Temperature & Protection
Pressure Forces
All pipelines under pressure are subject to longitudinal forces, which tend to separate the component parts of the pipeline. Longitudinal...
Pressure & End Load