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January 1, 2006

Avoid Leakage in Pipe Systems

Selection and proper installation of the correct fitting will minimize leaks  

John C. Cox Swagelok Company

Click here for full pdf version of this article - includes all graphs, charts, tables, and author information   Leakage costs industry millions of dollars every year. For example, a few small leaks in a facility using air at 100 psig, with an electric...

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