This noun refers to the projecting flat rim, collar, or rib of an object, that serves to strengthen, attach or to maintain the position of a wheel on a rail.
With this, you’d be surprised how much impact flange has on your daily life. Ever been to Screwfix? You’ve walked past a flange. Toolstation? Flange. B&Q? You’ve definitely gone past a flange.
You’d be surprised how much impact flange has on your daily life
Flanges are all around us, but what do they actually do? Well, the answer is a crucial role. They connect pipes with each other, to valves, to fittings and other key items like strainers and pressure valves. But it doesn’t just stop there, you can also get a ‘blind flange’ where cover plates are also connected.
The bottom-line is no flanges, no infrastructure – or very risky infrastructure. So next time you walk past some piping or even a building site, stop for moment, and salute your flange.