Compared to traditional black oxide, the new painted S-Flex coupling protects the flange from salt spray and other chemicals, and is easier to handle, according to Lovejoy. The coupling is easy to install and during routine maintenance, is fully interchangeable with parts created by other manufacturers.

One of the four key specifications vital to selecting an S-Flex coupling is surrounding environmental factors; including extremes of temperature, space limitations, or corrosive conditions, such as caustic wash downs or harsh, abrasive chemicals.

Industrial manufacturing settings that utilize centrifugal pumps commonly use an S-Flex flange, most often in an electric motor/pump combination.

S-Flex flanges from Lovejoy come in five models, made from zinc die cast or cast iron, in sizes ranging from 3/8 to 5 1/2 inches (9.5 mm to 140 mm).

Lovejoy products are available worldwide through distributors in North America and 45 other countries. Lovejoy, Inc., is certified under the ISO-9001 International Standards for Quality Management.