10 Most common applications for flexible metal hoses

Today there are many types of metal hoses available in the market. Each of these metal hoses has their own unique applications. However, there are some situations that a solid metal or a plastic metal hose cannot offer the much needed functionality. This is where flexible metal hoses come in. These metals actually have combined features that make them serve the purpose that ordinary metal hoses could perform and at the same time offer the same flexibility that plastic hoses could offer. 

One of the questions we usually get is when flexible metal hoses should be used and what their main applications are. Today, we are going to state the ten most common applications of this type of metal hose. In most of the cases, metal hoses are used when no other type of hose can be used. This means they should be used as the last resort. The decision on what type of hose to use will depend on the application you intend to use it on. 

Transporting steam and other hot solutions

Flexible metal hoses are able to endure temperature extremes whether extreme cold or extreme hotness. This is the reason why it’s considered in temperature extremes. So if the temperatures of the media you want to pass are extreme or even the temperatures of the areas you are going to pass this media are extreme, you should consider flexible metal hoses. 

Transporting chemicals

The second application of this type of metal hose is transport of chemicals. The fact is that flexible metal hoses can handle a wide variety of chemicals. If you are thinking that the hoses will be exposed to aggressive chemicals whether internally or externally, consider flexible metal hoses. These metals exhibits extreme resistance and will not be easily corroded by any of these chemicals. 

Transporting gas

Plastic and many other types of hoses raise permeation concerns. This is the ability of the gas to escape to the atmosphere through the walls of the hoses. The best decision to take in this case is to consider flexible metal hoses for transporting gases. The main reason being metal hoses don’t allow permeation but only when they are fabricated the right way. 

Moving chemicals, water, gas or other solutions in areas with high catastrophic risks

Many companies will also consider this type of metal hoses for transporting chemicals, petroleum, gases and many other substances in high risk areas. The main reason is because these metal hoses are strong, possesses other features such as corrosion resistance, and can expand and contract even on areas that have large cracks. If a sudden catastrophic even occurs unexpectedly, there will be fewer worries. 

Abrasion and over bending apprehensions

If you have wanted to reduce cases of abrasion and over bending, then flexible metal hoses are your perfect match. With that in mind, it’s supposed to reduce any risks of such worries. 

To reduce fire anxieties

Many types of hoses that companies and individuals previously used pose the risk of fire. In most instances, these hoses will melt when they are exposed to fire which is not the case with flexible metal hoses. 

In areas that require little maintenance

The use of metal hoses is advantageous in areas that require little maintenance. While many hoses will collapse with time and reduce the size of the vacuum, flexible metal hoses will maintain full vacuum for a long time. They are stronger and also have the ability to handle a full spectrum. 

Use in Petroleum industry

In Petroleum industry, metal hoses are used for connections on cracking units. It is also used in gas and oil burners because it can withstand extreme heat. It’s also very easy to find them used in petroleum transportation from the tank to the station. 

Power generation industry

Flexible metal hoses are found in many areas especially those that employ steam or combustion. In this case, they are used to counter the effects of temperatures and also to transport fuel and heated air. You are likely to find them also in vehicles and other big machines. 

Use in the heating, ventilation and conditioning systems

These hoses are used in high-rise buildings and in factories. You can easily spot them used as pump connections because they can withstand heat and expansion when in use. They are also perfect because of their corrosion resistance.

Use in chemical and medical industry

The flexible hose pipes are very strong and can withstand aggressive chemicals which is the reason why they are used to move corrosive solutions such as acids and other chemicals around a laboratory or in other areas. You don’t have to worry about the loss of power due to poor piping because these pipes possesses all the needed features

10 Famous Plastic surgery advancements of 2000s

We have heard many surgeons and reports released claiming that plastic surgery has a new face in 2000s which I believe is true. Since 2000, there are many plastic surgeries that have been performed some of them being the most sophisticated operations. The surgeons have also proven to be more sophisticated in 2000s. A recent report by the American Society of Plastic surgeons shows that Nose reshaping is one of the major operations carried forward in the US. Many people have also been going for eyelid surgeries. 

Since 2000, the minimally invasive cosmetic procedures have increased by about 200%. This is according to the American Society of Plastic surgeons. The society agrees that there are many factors that have contributed to this increase. First of all, in the 2000s, there’s a non-stop inventions in the medical field. There’s also increased awareness which means plastic surgery is being accepted more than before. 

We have already seen some major plastic surgeries being performed since 2000 in different parts of the world. This brief covers the top 10 most famous plastic surgeries and plastic surgery advancements of 2000s. 

Birth Mark Surgery on Brianna Brewer in Dec 2016

This is one of the most successful plastic surgeries that were carried in the US.  A three year old girl that was born with a birthmark on the face was greatly helped to regain her beauty at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami. The whole process was facilitated by Dr. Chad Perlyn who is a Pediatric Plastic surgeon at the facility. 

 Madonna Face lift 

There are many celebrities that received plastic surgery procedures but very few will talk about it. Today, Madonna who is a rock star boasts of the most beautiful faces after undergoing facelift and other surgical procedures to retain beauty. 

The Catman

Dennis Avner is one of the people who took plastic surgery very far on the map. This man received a plastic surgery transformation to turn him into a cat. The man is today known as Catman for the multiple plastic surgeries that he undertook to look like a cat. However, when he was taking these procedures he wanted to look like a tiger. For this reason, he underwent cheek implants, eye surgeries, rhinoplasty and many other procedures to resemble a cat. 

Erik Sprague

This man rose to fame after he changed the looks on his face to look like a Lizard. He also split his tongue into two to clearly resemble a Lizard. Today, his face is by far the weirdest because of the multiple surgeries he has underwent and the tattoos he has already got. He took about 700 hours of tattooing and many other hours of receiving plastic surgeries. 

Micro-surgery

Previously, you would easily notice when someone has had plastic surgery because there were some scars left on the skin. For a long time now, plastic surgeons have been in the market looking for ways to greatly reduce the visibility of such scars which has proven to be a success because of micro-surgery. These procedures are made using tiny incisions and devises to ensure that the effect is limited and very minimal on the face. 

Tissue engineering in 21st century

This other solution has come to make procedures more effective and realistic. Today, we have seen a couple of advancements in tissue engineering which has come this far to make the whole process easy and more effective. This is actually what makes it easy for surgeons to get fresh from one part of the body to the other. 

Computer-assisted imaging 

Here is another 2000s advancement that brings better results. With this, surgeons can easily and effectively be able to continue with their procedures. It is one of the best advancements in the 21st century that is helping cosmetic and reconstructive plastic procedures. 

FDA approved the saline breast implants

This was the first advancement that came early in 21st century. The FDA which is known to regulate the health sector came in and approved the use of Saline Breast implants. This opened more room for investments in plastic surgery. Many people also opted for breast implants after being convinced it’s safe by the FDA. 

FDA approves new generation Silicone Gel-filled breast implants

In 2006, FDA lifts ban on Saline breast implants and advised the use of new generation Gel-filled Breast implants. This led to increased demand for breast implants because there was increased awareness and regulation by FDA. 

Advancements in implant materials in plastic surgery

Many surgeons have opted to alloplastic materials which help alter soft tissue or bony appearance. In the 21st century, this has been advanced to greater extents making butt lift and breast lift an easy exercise. The materials are also very safe a reason why many people have started to trust these procedures.

Distraction osteogenesis

The scientists in 21st century have borrowed the principles of bony distractions from applied craniofacial and orthopedists. This was first applied in 1992 but the major advancements have been witnessed in 21st century. We have also witnessed the expansion in the use of distraction osteogenesis in Plastic surgery over the last 5 years. 

Increased success rate

We are all aware of the stories of failures in plastic surgeries in 1900s. Today, plastic surgeons have seen more success rate which is making this practice be accepted in almost all parts of the world. People are more secure because the risks of failure are very minimal. This is by far a good reason for all types of plastic surgery procedures. 

The above are some of the plastic surgery success stories and the most noticeable advancements in the same field. We expect that Plastic surgery will have a new face very soon because the technology is still growing and more and more people are becoming aware of plastic and cosmetic surgery. Increased awareness and reduced risks of failure are also contributing factors. However, the field needs serious regulations to reduce risks of death and permanent deformities after operations.