Case Study: P2000 Expansion Joints Improve Water Treatment Performance at Resort

INDUSTRY

Hotel & Resort – Water Treatment

OPERATING CONDITIONS

Size: 2.500" ID to 12.000" ID
Temperature: Ambient
Media: Water
Pressure: 190 PSI
Equipment: Pump suction and discharge

BACKGROUND

A global resort company for a new luxury destination in the Caribbean, required a high-performance expansion joint solution for its water treatment infrastructure. Ensuring a reliable and efficient water processing system was critical to maintaining resort operations, from guest accommodations to facility maintenance. Given the demands of resort-scale water processing, the customer sought an expansion joint with the highest safety factor and movement capabilities that could provide consistent performance across multiple applications while simplifying inventory management and maintenance.

CHALLENGES FACED

The resort’s water treatment system required expansion joints that could function seamlessly on both the suction and discharge sides of pumps, handling vibrations, pressure variations, and full vacuum conditions. Traditional solutions often necessitate multiple joint types to accommodate these varied conditions, increasing complexity in maintenance and spare part inventory. The customer needed a versatile, high-performance solution with reliable availability to support their construction timeline reducing unsafe conditions and avoiding potential environmental impacts.

SOLUTION AND BENEFITS

Garlock recommended the Garlock Expansion Joint Style P2000 with an EPDM tube and neoprene cover, known for its exceptional versatility and superior performance in water processing applications. Rated for high pressure and full vacuum, the P2000 is uniquely suited to operate effectively on both pump suction and discharge sides, eliminating the need for multiple expansion joint styles. Additionally, Garlock provided industry-leading delivery times, ensuring that the project remained on schedule. By utilizing a single expansion joint type, this global resort company was able to streamline inventory management, reduce potential downtime, and enhance operational, environmental and safety efficiency. The EPDM tube construction provided long-term durability and compatibility with water, making it an optimal choice for the resort’s water treatment system.