Hyspan-Barco ball joints provide a safe, effective means of accomodating pipe movements in systems where thermal expansion, shock, seismic, and torsional forces exist. The simple, precision ball-in-socket design handles 15 to 40 angular flex and 360 rotation. Ball joints can provide additional flexibility in areas where stress concentration exceed design limitations. Ball joints are an integral part of the piping system, providing complete flexibility with the integrity and reliability of solid pipe. Hyspan-Barco ball joints have been used succesfully in continuous service up to 2000F and 2500 psig. They serve in demanding applications such as:

Transmission of HP/HT gas, water and liquids
Alternative to pipe loops
Protect piping and tank nozzles
Handle high pressure steam and gases at well heads
Protect compressor and pump connections from stress
Distribution and gathering lines
Pivot points on high pressure stationary equipment
Protect safety relief valve nozzles from shock and stress
Protection of turret swivels on FPSO's
Convenient, flexible connections for well head testing
Platform and subsurface piping
Riser piping
Piggable pipe lines

They have been tested to 8.3 seismic simulation, API 607 fire tests, meet ASTM F1298, ASME B31.1, B31.3 and ABS approved for marine piping.

Hyspan-Barco ball joints are available in pipe sizes 1/2" to 48", in steel, alloy and N.A.C.E. materials. They are maintenance free, have redundant sealing, and a projected life up to 40 years or more