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Gaskets require proper s<strong>to</strong>rage methods for protec-<br />

tion. Do not s<strong>to</strong>re gaskets on nails or pegs. S<strong>to</strong>re by type,<br />

size, and rating on a flat surface. Never issue gaskets<br />

that will be placed in a sack with the fittings and bolts.<br />

Figure 6-9 illustrates some of the common ANSI system<br />

gaskets.<br />

<strong>Flan</strong>ge insulation sets are used between systems,<br />

such as an offshore pipeline connection <strong>to</strong> the produc-<br />

tion facilities. The set consists of a flange gasket, either<br />

full faced or raised face, sleeves, and washers for the<br />

bolts. S<strong>to</strong>re the insulation kits in the same vendor box as<br />

they were shipped in. Do not mix or mingle the various<br />

sets. Figure 6-10 is a flange insulation kit or set.<br />

Corrosive areas sometimes mandate the use of a pro-<br />

tec<strong>to</strong>r of the flange stand-off area <strong>to</strong> protect the gasket<br />

area between the flanges. These protec<strong>to</strong>rs are available<br />

Figure 6-10. <strong>Flan</strong>ge insulation sets. (Courtesy of Jaqua-McKee, Inc.)<br />

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