Bellows Brochure

Bellows Brochure
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Bellows Brochure

Product catalog summary
Protective Covers Overview
Dynatect provides a variety of protective covers, mainly bellows, to enhance equipment longevity by preventing contamination from particles and debris. These covers are applicable in machine protection, containment, and ducting, available in various shapes and sizes, and can be custom-engineered.
Types of Bellows
  • Gortiflex® Molded Bellows: Elastomer or elastomer-coated fabric bellows offering moisture and contaminant protection, suitable for outdoor use.
  • Sewn Bellows: Made from heavy-duty fabric, these are cost-effective and flexible for various configurations.
  • Heat Sealed Bellows: Thermoplastic-coated fabric bellows ideal for precision equipment protection.
  • Gordillo™ Steel-Clad Bellows: Reinforced with stainless steel for protection against hot chips and weld spatter.
  • Thermiseal Bellows: Lightweight polyurethane film bellows, completely sealed for high-speed applications.
  • Vulca-Seal® Bellows: Vulcanized seam bellows designed for harsh environments with long service life.
Applications
Used in industries like transportation, medical devices, and machinery, Dynatect's bellows withstand environmental challenges such as moisture, heat, and UV exposure, accommodating high speeds and long travel distances.
Specialized Bellows
  • Flexible Transportation Ducting: Durable ducting for traction motor ventilation meeting industry safety standards.
  • Bus/Light Rail Bellows: Flame and smoke regulation-compliant bellows for articulated buses and light rail vehicles.
  • Machine Roof Covers: Large-scale systems for noise attenuation and dust containment in CNC machines.
  • Piping Penetration Seals: Flexible and safe sealing for process piping in power plants and refineries.
Conclusion
Dynatect offers a comprehensive range of protective covers and bellows tailored to various industries, designed to provide effective protection and extend equipment life in challenging environments.
Technical Specifications and Guidelines
The document details specifications and guidelines for bellows and cone-type seals, accommodating pipe movement and preventing leakage. Available in zippered and non-zippered designs, customizable for various pipe sizes.
Specifications
  • Seals allow lateral and axial pipe movement.
  • Materials include Goralon/Nylon and Silicone/Fiberglass, with temperature ranges from -40°F to 450°F.
  • Stainless steel mounting clamps and brass teeth zippers on nylon backing tape.
Features and Benefits
  • Fire tested per ASTM E-119-73 standards.
  • Excellent UV, ozone, and weathering resistance.
  • Easy installation with zippered design.
Applications
  • Maintains pressure differentials between rooms.
  • Prevents water and air leakage through openings.
Standard Sizes
  • Size S: 6" installed length, +/- 2 inches movement.
  • Size M: 6" installed length, +/- 4 inches movement.
  • Size L: 6" installed length, +/- 6 inches movement.
Installation and Customization
  • Specify dimensions in inches for installation.
  • Custom sizes and non-zippered designs available upon request.
Environmental and Operational Considerations
  • Consider exposure to heat, abrasion, and chemicals.
  • Regulatory compliance for fire retardancy may be required.
Quote Request Forms
Includes forms for requesting quotes on enclosed-shape bellows and way cover bellows, detailing application, operation, environmental information, and specific dimensions for customization.
Technical Specifications and Ordering Information
Details for Gortite® sewn bellows and rod boots, protective covers for cylinder rods against abrasive particles and other objects, made from neoprene-coated nylon fabric.
Specifications
  • Material: Neoprene-coated nylon fabric.
  • Temperature Range: -40°F to 220°F.
  • Stock Sizes: 12 sizes available without tooling charges or minimum order quantities.
  • Delivery Time: Shipments within three working days.
Features and Benefits
  • Reduces frequency of shaft seal replacements.
  • Prevents rod scoring and nicking of shafts and ball screws.
  • Protects against impinging chips and grit abrasion.
  • Shields from corrosive splatter.
Applications
  • Cylinder rod boots.
  • Dust boots.
Ordering Information
  • Specify if the design is new or replacing existing bellows.
  • Provide CT/CTH style number.
  • Include snap-in collar dimensions for each end (CTH style only).
  • Indicate if optional mounting clamps are desired.
Rod Boot Specifications
  • Various styles (SRA-15 to SRO-25) with specific inside and outside diameters, retracted lengths, and available collar sizes.
  • Collars must be ordered in 1/8" increments.
Mounting Accessories
  • C205 flange-type back-up plates or C208 collar clamps can be added to orders upon request.
Contact Information
For orders and inquiries, contact via phone at 262-786-1500 or 800-298-2066, fax at 262-786-3280, or email at [email protected].
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BELLOWS-TYPE COVERS FOR MACHINE PROTECTION, CONTAINMENT, DUCTING & MORE The most common function of a bellows is to extend the life of your valuable equipment by keeping out contaminants, such as abrasive particles and metal chips. Other purposes include: • Covering pinch points • Air flow or ducting • oncealment of mechanical part for C • lexible seal between two joints with F aesthetic purposes relative movement BELLOWS, BOOTS & COVERS PROTECTIVE COVERS ANY SIZE, ANY SHAPE • CUSTOM-ENGINEERED BELLOWS SINCE 1960 • WIDE VARIETY OF MATERIALS FLAT/BOX STYLE BELLOWS (LINEAR RAILS, WAY PROTECTION, SCREEN-TYPE BARRIERS, ETC.) Peaked/ Multi-Sided Flat/ Strip-Type Stainless Steel Plated Custom Stiffener Profile Special Shape ENCLOSED-SHAPE BELLOWS (SCREW COVERS, BOOTS, SEALS, MECHANICAL LIFT ENCLOSURES, DUCTING, ETC.) HOW TO REQUEST A QUOTE If you are sending in an old bellows to be quoted, please contact Dynatect for a Material Authorization # (RMA). Wire Frame Special Shape • For Enclosed-Shapes, see pages 15-16 • For Flat/Strip Covers, see page 23 • For Way Cover Bellows, see pages 17-19 • For Lift Covers, see pages 24-25 • For Gordillo Bellows, see pages 20-22 • For Stock Bellows, see page 32

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BELLOWS, BOOTS & COVERS PROTECTIVE COVERS BELLOWS APPLICATIONS CUSTOM PROTECTION FOR EVERY APPLICATION Dynatect's line of custom-engineered bellows provides a wide choice of materials and manufacturing methods. Dynatect can recommend a solution tailored to your particular application and requirements. Dynatect has designed bellows for countless applications, including: • achine way and ball screw protection • Tilt or medical lift table M • Transportation bellows • Laser bellows • ab and metrology equipment • Medical bellows L • ameras and imaging equipment C • Shift/joystick boots Weld Spatter...

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BELLOWS OVERVIEW BELLOWS TYPE GORTIFLEX® MOLDED BELLOWS • xcellent extended-to-retracted ratio for a E molded cover P • ressure compensating components can be added to withstand moderate internal or external pressure • esists moisture, liquid or chemical spray, R contaminants and dirt • uitable for outdoor environments with S exposure to moisture, ice, sand, oil, temperature variations and ultraviolet radiation ASK US ABOUT STOCK ROUND BELLOWS • ade from heavy-duty M elastomer-coated fabric stitched with nylon or specialty thread L • ow cost protection from dust, dirt and other contaminants •...

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BELLOWS, BOOTS & COVERS PROTECTIVE COVERS BELLOWS OVERVIEW BELLOWS TYPE • anufactured from a single M sheet of thermoplasticcoated or elastomer-coated fabric, which is pleated and then sewn to a PVC stiffener at every fold S • tiffener profile can be made to match any way or rail geometry • over shape is maintained throughout range C of motion E • xcellent protection for linear bearings and other precision equipment I • deal for applications requiring very large or rigid covers • iverse material selection including D thermoset elastomer coated materials that cannot be welded • onstructed out...

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PROTECTIVE COVERS DYNATECT * DYNAMIC EQUIPMENT PROTECTION BELLOWS OVERVIEW BELLOWS TYPE FORMED BELLOWS Made in Germany • Constructed from a tube of robust, high-temperature material mechanically formed into final shape • Exceptionally durable, long service life • High tensile strength, cut and tear resistance • High temperature resistance up to 800° C • Resistance to UV, ozone, and acid or basic chemicals • PTFE coatings available for harsh environments BELLOWS, BOOTS & COVERS Bellows Covers DIP-MOLDED BELLOWS • Made by dipping a low-cost tool into a bath of PVC plastisol • Standard colors: black,...

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BELLOWS, BOOTS & COVERS PROTECTIVE COVERS BELLOWS OVERVIEW BELLOWS TYPE FLEXIBLE TRANSPORTATION DUCTING • onstructed with C specialized materials and integrated pressure compensating components to help maintain shape and airflow S • pecialized designs for traction motor ventilation, cable and HVAC ducting • ong life and low maintenance L D • urable, abrasion-resistant and highelasticity materials M • aterial options to meet industry safety standards • ccommodates difficult motion (multi-axial, A high-shear) • aintains shape and airflow M • ir-and water-tight constructions A • anufactured from...

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FLEXIBLE DUCTING  |  TRANSPORTATION This design is specialized for the ventilation of traction motors on electric locomotives and railcars, serving as an integral part of the cooling air flow as a flexible connecting element between traction motor blower and drive motor. Constructed with seamless tubing in silicone-coated Meta-aramid fabric or other materials, wire reinforcements are fitted inside the convolution peaks. Product solutions for OEM and retrofitting have been optimized for European and North American customers. Applications: • onger life and low maintenance – L durable, abrasion-resistant...

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BELLOWS, BOOTS & COVERS PROTECTIVE COVERS BELLOWS FOR ARTICULATED BUSES AND LIGHT RAIL VEHICLES Since the early 70’s, Dynatect has supplied OEM and replacement units to numerous transit authorities and bus manufacturers throughout North America. Dynatect and ATG Autotechnik GmbH provide complete articulation solutions beyond the main bellows, including articulation joint and center hoop components. Bellows for transportation vehicles are manufactured from a variety of materials including pure elastomers, elastomer coated fabrics, urethane coated fabrics, and PVC coated fabrics. The proper material...

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MACHINE ROOF COVERS  |  LARGE SCALE BELLOWS SYSTEM FOR NOISE ATTENUATION AND CONTAINMENT OF DUST AND PARTICLES Machine roof covers consists of large, self-supporting bellows equipped to glide on a rail system. Roof covers were first developed for large CNC gantry machines, but have been adapted to other applications requiring a moveable, low-friction cover. The bellows’ folds are constructed from translucent, high-strength material and attached to lightweight support beams with low-friction guide blocks and precision bearings. • apable of over 10:1 extended length to retracted length C • arge...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.