Industrial application paths
Industries & Applications
Start with the service or piping problem, then move into the relevant metal-hose product family or engineering-review path. Flex Pipe USA is now focused exclusively on braided corrugated metal hose assemblies; application pages organize the available connection, metallurgy, braid, length, and RFQ paths without replacing product-specific pressure, temperature, material, movement, or installation limits.
Application selection
Find the Relevant Product Path
HVAC / Mechanical ContractingDivision 23 flexible-piping specification inputs and product groups for mechanical systems.Open specification resource →Steam & Boiler SystemsDedicated metal hose application path for steam, condensate, and boiler-system requirements.View application path →Compressed AirMetal hose application path for compressor discharge, receiver, aftercooler, dryer, and rigid-piping connections.View application path →Chemical / Process ServiceStart with the 316 stainless metal hose family, then validate media, pressure, temperature, and fitting requirements.Browse 316SS family →Pumps & Rotating EquipmentStandard pump connector path plus RFQ escalation for nonstandard movement, size, length, or connection requirements.View pump connectors →Data Center CoolingDedicated metal-hose path for chilled water, liquid cooling, CDUs, CRAH/CRAC equipment, pumps, heat exchangers, manifolds, and modular skids.View Data Center connectors →Seismic V-LoopsBraided corrugated metal-hose loop assemblies for multi-axis piping movement with 2 in. and 4 in. movement classes.Browse V-Loop systems →Consulting Engineers / SpecifiersMetal hose specification inputs covering size, metallurgy, braid, end connections, operating conditions, and movement.Open specification guide →Plant & Facility MaintenanceUse the RFQ workflow for replacement assemblies, unusual equipment interfaces, drawings, photos, or undocumented existing installations.Start RFQ →
Do not select an assembly from industry alone.
Service category is only the starting point. Final selection still depends on the product’s validated construction and the actual pressure, temperature, media, movement, geometry, fitting, support, and installation conditions.
Engineering calculations
Move From Application to Engineering Inputs
Engineering Calculator HubPressure derating, thermal movement, hose geometry, pressure drop, guide layout, and seismic piping tools.Open calculators →Pressure & Temperature ReviewCalculate a preliminary temperature-adjusted MAWP from validated product data.Open pressure calculator →Thermal Expansion & OffsetEstimate pipe thermal growth and flexible-hose offset geometry.Calculate movement →Complete End-Connection MatrixChoose any core End A × End B pairing across NPT, grooved, Class 150, Class 300, weld, and JIC connection families.View all connection pairings →