Swagelok Edmonton Training Portal: 20+ Class Options, Course Details, & Secure Registration
by James Dickie on Wed, Jan 31, 2024 @ 08:01 AM
Swagelok Edmonton has created a new online portal where Alberta fluid system engineers, technicians, and quality control managers can explore our training options, dig into course details, and registe …
Beyond Tube vs Pipe: Prefabricated Assemblies with Bent Tubing Offer a Range of Benefits
by Tristian McCallion on Thu, Nov 16, 2023 @ 08:11 AM
You know that using bent tubing instead of traditional piping in some common applications can slash potential leak points and save time during installation. Now save even more with fully built, leak-t …
Choosing Swagelok Tubing & Fitting Alloys? Engineered Combinations Resist Corrosion & Minimize Cost
by Thomas Webster on Thu, Sep 28, 2023 @ 08:09 AM
Instead of using tubing and fittings of the exact same alloy material, try engineered combinations of high quality Swagelok tube fittings with more robust tubing alloys. That way you can achieve a cos …
Inside a Swagelok Tube Bending Essentials Class
by Katie Reid on Thu, Jun 15, 2023 @ 08:06 AM
Many technicians have had to learn tube bending through trial and error. Bends produced this way are likely to result in scrap, rework, and, eventually, leaks. Let's look at how to fix that.
Avoiding Electrostatic Discharge with Static Dissipative Hose: Photos, New Video
by Katie Reid on Wed, Mar 22, 2023 @ 08:03 AM
Steam, hydraulic oil, high velocity gases, and dielectric fluids can generate static charge when passing through a hose core. Brush up on hose selection factors that affect plant safety and efficiency …
Routing Hose at Manufacturing & Processing Plants: 4 Rules + Damaged Hose Photos, Video
by Katie Reid on Wed, Feb 22, 2023 @ 08:02 AM
Above: A few examples of what we see in the field. See below for the video. Our Hose Resource Collection (free) delivers a range of content on this topic in one step.