Poly camlock fittings are made of polypropylene and they can also be called cam and groove or camlock couplings. They are used in many ways and in various industries because of how easy they are to connect and disconnect. In addition, they are safe and economical and can be used for many years without wearing out. They are frequently used in systems that have rapid filling of tanks and containers including petroleum and water. They are also used in factories that make ink, paint and dye.
The petroleum industry uses them in the filling of drums, petroleum trucks and also the delivery of fuel to the gas station. They can be found in cleaning service trucks, especially in sewage or septic tank evacuation. Fire departments use them on the fire trucks and also to hook up the fire hose to the hydrant.
When it comes to connecting any camlock fittings you will need to take some precautions. These will include only connecting them under low pressure. Make sure that you have matched the right product to the correct alloy coupling. You should check to ensure that there is no leak; that the coupling, cam and hose are tightly fit together. Even though they take a long time to wear out, regular checks should be administered to ensure that wear and tear is not excessive. This way you can repair and replace them as needed.
Safety modifications have been made on recent camlock fittings to ensure that they do not separate in the midst of a high pressure operation. You can purchase the fittings that have a locking system so they do not separate and cause potentially significant damage to property or injury to those working with the equipment.
Poly camlock fittings come in standard sizes of three quarter inch to six inches and if your hoses and pipes do not fall within that range you can have them custom made for you. You just need to find a manufacturer who is reputable and produces quality fittings and let them know your specifications and requirements. It is also important to let them know if you are working with flammable liquids or those that are highly corrosive so they can tell you which material works best. The same applies to liquids that are at high temperatures.
Poly camlock fittings are made from polypropylene and are quite flexible in use. They can be custom made to your specifications and requirements if you contact the manufacturer.
