Pipe safety shields, also known as flange guards or "flange diapers," are used in a variety of industries. Their primary application is the prevention of harmful spray-outs and mist formation from failing pipe joints. Oftentimes, these mists are composed of toxic, corrosive, and dangerous liquids such as acid, oil or steam.
There are two pull-cords which run parallel along the length of the outside of flange. Two Velcro tabs are also situated at each end of the shield, which are only used to keep the shield in place while the cords are being tightened. Firstly, wrap the shield tightly around the flange. The two Velcro tabs fasten together to close the shield and hold it in place, ready for tightening of the cords.
(March 30, 2021) Gallagher Fluid Seals, Inc. has exciting news for its customers. Flangeguards, a global leader of pipe and safety shielding products, has awarded Gallagher Fluid Seals with exclusive distribution rights in the East and Midwest territories of the United States.
2021 marks Gallagher Fluid Seals' 65th year serving the sealing industry. With 2020 and 2021 bringing unique challenges to our OEM and MRO customers, it's important that Gallagher continues to bring added value to our customers in the form of new product lines.
"I'm excited about this partnership with Flangeguards" says Mike Fischer, Director of Sales & Marketing at Gallagher Fluid Seals. "Their flange shield products, SUREBAND® Steel and SUREBAND® Clear, will provide a new and unique set of flange safety shields previously not sold by Gallagher, helping to serve our customers in an expanded fashion."