METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CLAMPING FLANGES AND OTHER CONNECTIONS

摘要

A clamp assembly for temporarily applying compressive force to a flange connection assembly, such as a bolted pipe flange. Frame members are pivotally attached to interconnecting linkage members to form an elongate assembly having joinable ends. When installed around the circumference of a flange connection assembly, interchangeable cuff members removably attached to the frame members apply compressive forces to a flange connection assembly in order to facilitate a fluid-pressure seal.

主权项

1. A flange clamp assembly for securing a flange assembly comprising:
a) a plurality of frame members; b) a plurality of linkage members pivotally disposed between said frame members, said frame members and linkage members defining a first end and a second end; c) a latch assembly adapted to removably connect said first end to said second end and selectively draw said first end toward said second end; and d) at least one cuff member removably attached to each of said frame members.