Apparatus and Method for Insertion of Gaskets

摘要

Gasket insertion apparatuses with bendable arms that provide quick, safe and efficient alignment and installation of gaskets between opposing flanges of a flange assembly. Methods to install gaskets between opposing flanges by aligning gaskets within a flange assembly using alignment arms of an insertion apparatus.

主权项

1. A gasket insertion apparatus comprising:
a frame; a handle; and at least one arm member extending from the handle; wherein the frame is configured such that a gasket may be mounted therein; wherein the arm member is flexible such that arm member may be bent; and wherein a bottom edge of the arm member is configured to rest upon a flange of a flange assembly when the apparatus is inserted between opposing flanges of the flange assembly and the gasket placed into the apparatus prior to insertion between the opposing flanges of the flange assembly is aligned within the flange assembly such that when the opposing flanges are closed, the gasket is secured within the flange assembly.