Flange Joint Leakage Causes & Repair Solutions
Statistics show 90% of flange leakage issues have nothing to do with pipe quality. The main culprits include aging gaskets, flange misalignment, uneven bolt tension, and thermal expansion & contraction of pipes. Locate the leakage point and root cause first, then apply targeted fixes to resolve most flange seepage permanently.
1. Two Major Types of Flange Leakage
Flange leakage falls into two distinct categories with different root causes. Blind uniform repairs will lead to recurring leaks.

