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This section provides an overview for flexible stainless steel tubing as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 21 flexible stainless steel tubing manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked flexible stainless steel tubing companies as of December, 2024: 1.Morris Coupling Co., 2.OMEGAFLEX, Inc., 3.TECHNOFLEX CORPORATION.
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Stainless steel flexible tubing is a flexible tubing made of stainless steel.
If there is no particular specification, steel piping is used from the viewpoint of cost, but if rust is to be prevented, stainless steel pipes are used. There are also different types of stainless steel pipes, and they should be used according to detailed applications and budgets.
The structure of a flexible pipe is a corrugated pipe with a braid wrapped around it. The braid is called braided stainless steel wire. It is used to increase the pressure resistance strength of flexible pipes.
The Fire Service Law stipulates that flexible stainless steel tubing must be installed to provide an escape for hazardous material piping in case the tank settles or in the event of an earthquake. It is also used to provide a size allowance when installing the piping and finally joining the entire system together.
Stainless steel is denoted by SUS (StainLess Steel) followed by a number. In order of decreasing chemical resistance, SUS430, SUS304, SUS316, and SUS316L are used. SUS304 is generally used for applications other than piping. When handling chemicals or seawater, SUS316, which has even higher chemical resistance, is used. SUS316L is often used for pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
Rust is caused by iron reacting with oxygen in the air to form iron oxide. Therefore, stainless steel contains chromium inside, which prevents rust by combining with oxygen in the air before iron does. When chromium oxidizes, a passive film of several nanometers is formed on the surface. The passive film is difficult to chemically change, and its role is to prevent oxygen from combining with iron.
SUS304 contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel, and is also called 18-8 stainless steel. Nickel has the effect of further facilitating the formation of an immobile film, and SUS316 is stainless steel with an increased amount of nickel and molybdenum added.
The stronger version of SUS316 is SUS316L. The reduced carbon content reduces the corrosiveness of welds.
Single-layer flexible stainless steel tubing consists of a single layer of stainless steel hose. Because of its excellent corrosion resistance and high pressure resistance, it can be used in general applications such as steam, gas, and liquid piping and exhaust systems. Its moderate flexibility also makes it suitable for locations subject to frequent bending and vibration.
Double-layer flexible stainless steel tubing consists of an inner hose covered with a thin stainless steel hose. This inner hose is highly durable due to its excellent corrosion resistance, yet it is more flexible than the outer hose.
This makes it suitable for use in areas subject to vibration and shock, as well as in high-temperature, high-pressure environments. In addition, the dual-layer construction improves heat resistance and abrasion resistance.
Corrugated flexible stainless steel tubing consists of a series of corrugated hoses. This corrugated design increases flexibility and enables use in areas where complex shapes and bending are required.
It is especially widely used in engine sections, vehicle exhaust systems, and mechanical equipment. The unique design also allows for a beautiful appearance.
Anti-seismic flexible stainless steel tubing is specially designed to cope with vibrations caused by earthquakes. It combines quake-resistant rubber and metal vibration absorbers. It can be used in buildings, bridges, railroad cars, and other locations where structural vibration caused by earthquakes must be addressed.
High-vacuum flexible stainless steel tubing is suitable for use in ultra-high vacuum environments. Even in special vacuum environments, high airtightness is required to prevent gas leakage, and flexible stainless steel tubing is highly reliable in high vacuum systems due to its excellent pressure resistance and airtightness.
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TPC Wire & Cable Corp., established in 1979, is a manufacturer of wire, cable, and connector solutions, headquartered in Macedonia, Ohio, USA. The company’s products are designed for harsh industrial environments. Their products can withstand challenges such as impact, abrasion, chemicals, and extreme temperatures. TPC's product line includes wire, connectors, power cables, welding cables, cable assemblies, cordsets, to custom solutions tailored to unique applications. They serve various industries including automotive, food, beverage, rail & transit, mining, metals, and more. Their in-house engineering expertise results in partnerships, expansions, and acquisitions across different wire and cable markets, both domestic and international.
OmegaFlex was established in 1975 and is a manufacturer of flexible metallic piping products in Exton, Pennsylvania, with over 200 patents registered worldwide. It supplies proprietary products for various applications and markets, which include primary steel production, semiconductor, medical, pharmaceutical, and power generation. Its product line includes trancpipe, counterstrike, double Trac, Def-Trac, metal hose, and medical gas pipes. The company also caters to OEM orders. Its quality management system is certified with ISO 10380 and ISO 9001.
Morris Coupling is a family-owned company that was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania. Morris is a manufacturer of compression coupling and components for pneumatic conveying and industrial vacuum systems. Morris Coupling has additional manufacturing facilities in Tennessee and Georgia, as well as distribution centers in Mexico, Europe, and Asia for international customers. Morris Coupling 7 product lines include couplings, flex hose, bends, and installation components. Most products are available in multiple configurations.
TECHNOFLEX CORPORATION is a Japanese ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of flexible metal hoses and expansion joints established in 2001 and based in Taito-ku, Tokyo. The company produces flexible hoses, expansion joints, and cleaning equipment components. These include coupling, flange, or threaded flexible hoses, rectangular or thick bellows, formed bellows, and convoluted fluoroplastic hoses. The company’s products are mainly used by client manufacturers of construction and water pipes, with additional applications in the shipbuilding, semiconductors, power distribution sectors.
Dong-A Flexible Metal Tubes Co. Ltd. is a manufacturer of Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubes (CSST) established in 1982 and based in Seoul, South Korea. The company offers both annular and helical Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubes (CSST) designed to absorb shrinkage, expansion, changes in location, and vibrations in various applications, including industrial and residential water plumbing systems, gas plumbing systems, and solar thermal system circulators. These products have been utilized by clients worldwide, including in countries such as Italy, the United States, Russia, Australia, and Japan. The company has obtained over 30 international and local quality approvals including ISO9001 certification and KSD3625.
Trilok Steel is a seamless steel tube manufacturer and welded steel pipe supplier in Mumbai, India, established in 1993. The company offers SS polished pipes in different finishes, including 180 Grit, 320 Grit, and 600 Grit. It also provides a wide range of steel and non-ferrous metals such as pipes, plates, sheets, coils, bars, as well as other industrial pipe fittings. Its products conform to national and international standards like ASME, ANSI, ASTM, API, and MSS. It is an ISO 9001-certified company providing 24/7 support to 500 clients worldwide, serving multiple industries, including construction, infrastructure, transportation, and manufacturing.
Metline Industries, founded in Maharashtra, India, in 2014 is a manufacturer of Steel Pipes, Fittings, and Flanges. The company's product portfolio includes Seamless and welded steel pipes, Steel pipe fittings such as elbows, tees,and reducers and Steel flanges. The company serves markets including Medical and Healthcare, Aerospace and Defense, Consumer Goods, Industrial Manufacturing and Construction and Building. The company provides services such as Product Selection Guidance, Engineering Support, New Product Design and Development and Custom Manufacturing.
Oshwin Overseas, established in 1999, is a manufacturer and supplier based in Mumbai, India, specializing in high nickel alloy and stainless steel products. The company produces stainless steel seamless pipes and tubes that increase durability due to the absence of weak points, reduce the risk of corrosion, and allow more efficient flows due to smoother internal surfaces. Other products include instrument fittings, instrumentation valves, buttweld fittings, and flanges. These products are utilized in diverse industries such as medical, structural engineering, oil and gas, marine, and aerospace. Oshwin Overseas holds ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications.
Arctrend was established in 1980 and is a manufacturer of custom flexible hose assemblies, metal bellows, and expansion joints in Staffordshire, England. Its product range includes stainless braid, fabricated fittings, foster couplings, and PTFE hose assemblies. It also offers relevant services, such as design and dye penetrant inspection. Its products are suitable for aerospace, air conditioning, automotive, brewing, and other diverse applications. The company has obtained ISO 9001 accreditation and its products are CE-certified.
Hecapo S. A., a subsidiary of Grupo Heca, is a manufacturer of copper and brass fittings established in 1984, and located in Barcelona, Spain. Its products are designed to meeting the needs of the refrigeration sector in domestic and international markets. The range includes copper and brass accessories, purgers, stainless steel connections, and accessories for refrigeration. The company’s expertise lies in the production of copper tap connectors, which obtained the AENOR N Certification.
POLYHOSE India Pvt., Ltd., is a manufacturer of fluid conveyance products, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The company is a global diversified industrial conglomerate specializing in design, development, and distribution of energy conveyance products. With modern manufacturing and state-of-the-art facilities, it offers a wide range of products to multiple industries, including hydraulic, industrial, composite, stainless steel flexible hoses and fluid connectors. It has established global footprints with presence in North and South America, Europe, Middle East, Southeast Asia, South Africa and Australia. Today it engages more than 3500 employees in its worldwide operations.
Whitehouse Flexible Tubing Ltd. was founded in 1890 and is based in Redditch, Worcestershire, UK. It manufactures flexible metallic tubing, conduit, and exhaust tubing. With ISO 9001 certification, the company's product line consists of strip-wound hoses, flexible stay-put/gooseneck tubing, nonmetallic tubing, clips & clamps, and metal hose assemblies. It also offers pre-wired assemblies, tube-cutting services, and more. It serves multiple industries, including aerospace, agriculture, automotive, and rail infrastructure, as well as food, oil & gas, and water.
Toptac Co., Limited, a private company founded in 2013, is a supplier of construction and indoor decoration materials in Wanchai, Hong Kong. It provides a product range that comprises galvanized steel strips, hot-dip galvanized steel pipe, EMT conduit, structural steel, and steel mesh. Its products are suitable for machinery manufacturing, shipbuilding, automobiles, high-rise buildings, and large steel structures. The company is operating under a quality management system certified with ISO 9001.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morris Coupling Co. |
14.9%
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| 2 | OMEGAFLEX, Inc. |
9.3%
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| 3 | TECHNOFLEX CORPORATION |
8.2%
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| 4 | FleetPride, Inc. |
7.8%
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| 5 | Dong-A Flexible Metal Tubes Co., Ltd., |
6.7%
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| 6 | Trilok Steel |
5.9%
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| 7 | Analytical Sales and Services, Inc. |
5.6%
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| 8 | ARCTREND LTD |
5.6%
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| 9 | TPC Wire & Cable Corp. |
5.6%
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| 10 | Whitehouse Flexible Tubing Ltd |
4.5%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the flexible stainless steel tubing page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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5 | 29.4% |
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India
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4 | 23.5% |
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United Kingdom
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3 | 17.6% |
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Japan
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1 | 5.9% |
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Republic of Korea
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1 | 5.9% |
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Spain
|
1 | 5.9% |
Australia
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1 | 5.9% |
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China
|
1 | 5.9% |
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■Features ・Flexible material: SUS304 ・Flange material: SUS304 ・Specification pressure range: MAX0.2MPa ~ high vacuum - Lengths other than L can ...
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■Features ・Flexible material: SUS304 ・Flange material: SUS304L ・Specification pressure range: MAX0.2MPa ~ high vacuum - Lengths other than L can...
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■Features ・Tube material: SUS316L ・Pipe material: SUS316L ・Standard length: 200・400・600・800・1,000 ・Working pressure range: 0.2MPa to vacuum...
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