Shear Strength
Up to DN1500, Viking Johnson dedicated couplings can withstand a shear force corresponding to the weight (W) of a 10...
Pipeline Support & Spans
Angular Deflection
Viking Johnson couplings and flange adaptors will allow for a setting angularity (Ø) as shown in Table “Angular Deflection for...
Movement & Alignment
Setting Gap
When Viking Johnson couplings are used to provide flexibility in pipelines they allow for pipe or ground movement during the...
Installation & Site Practice
Pipe Support
Pipes laid above ground, usually with supports at specified locations, must transfer all the weight of pipe and contents, plus...
Pipeline Support & Spans
Coupling Movement Under Pressure
Internal pressure may cause pipe movement if there is inadequate restraint. However, it can also cause coupling movement. A Viking...
Pressure & End Load
Inclined Pipelines
Where Viking Johnson dedicated couplings are to be installed in pipelines laid on significant slopes, it is important to consider...
Pipeline Support & Spans
Locating Plugs
Couplings installed above ground may tend to creep along the pipe with repeated pipe movement, temperature variation or vibration. This...
Pipeline Support & Spans
Expansion & Contraction
Viking Johnson couplings and flange adaptors are also capable of absorbing significant regular expansion and contraction, which occurs in pipelines...
Movement & Alignment
Gaskets
Gasket Technology The quality and performance of the gaskets is a crucial factor in the efficiency of any compression fit...
Sealing, Temperature & Protection
Chemical Resistance Chart
The various gasket grades mentioned in this section, in addition to having different operating temperatures, are resistant to different chemicals. ...
Sealing, Temperature & Protection
Corrosion Protection
Product Coating – Rilsan Nylon 11 Most Viking Johnson products are supplied with Rilsan Nylon 11 to ensure full protection...
Sealing, Temperature & Protection