TB Global Technologies Ltd. List of Products and Services

We are an engineering company engaged in the manufacturing and sales of industrial machinery, and we would like to introduce a testing example of our "Sanitary Swivel Joint." Due to the continuous operation of an automotive factory day and night, there were concerns about the lifespan of the parts. We provided sample products for testing under conditions similar to the actual usage environment, allowing for continuous use to evaluate the durability of the packing and sliding ring. As a result, it was confirmed that even under harsh usage conditions, the parts can be used with a recommended replacement every year, as advised by the manufacturer. For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us. [Case Overview] ■ Implementing Company: An engineering company engaged in the manufacturing and sales of industrial machinery ■ Implemented Product: Sanitary Swivel Joint

• Piping and insulation

A "swivel joint" (rotary joint) is a piping fitting that allows for 360-degree rotation without leakage while transporting fluids. Its basic structure consists of a swing piece (rotating side) and a coupling piece (fixed side), and it achieves rotation through two rows of ball bearings. To prevent fluid leakage, it incorporates an internal pressure seal packing and an external pressure dust seal. 【Features】 ■ Reliable quality backed by long-standing manufacturing and sales experience since 1955 ■ A product lineup capable of handling low to ultra-high pressure ■ Selection of sealing materials that can accommodate a wide range of fluids from low to high temperatures ■ Capable of manufacturing from small diameters to large diameters up to 20B (500A) ■ Piping design adaptable to displacement ■ Extensive experience with submerged specifications in storage tanks where fuel is immersed *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Expansion joint hardware

TB Niigata Wing Union is used as a pipe connector, primarily for drilling pipes. By alternately combining swivel joints and pipes, it resolves complex movements and twisting issues that occur in long, high-pressure piping. 【Features】 ● Easy attachment and detachment of pipes ● Compact design with easy seal replacement

• Parts and Materials

We would like to introduce the use of the "swivel joint," which has been adopted by a major engineering company in Southeast Asia operating in nine countries. Fuel storage tanks contain impurities such as water and sediment, which are different from the fuel and are heavier, sinking to the bottom of the tank. Therefore, our customers request to extract fuel from the clean supernatant (liquid surface). By combining the swivel joint with piping and a float, we can pinpoint the extraction of the supernatant. This allows the fixed piping to follow the changes in the height of the liquid surface. [Case Overview] ■ Implementing Company: Major Engineering Company in Southeast Asia ■ Implemented Product: Swivel Joint *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Expansion joint hardware
• Piping materials (plastic pipes)
• Water and sewerage pipe fittings

A 360-degree rotating pipe fitting (swivel joint) eliminates hose issues and improves work efficiency. There are hundreds of proven fluids, including alcohol, seasonings, paints, and beverages. 【Do you have these challenges?】 1. I want to easily change the direction of fixed piping. 2. Handling hoses is difficult, and they break easily. 3. I want to simplify pipe design and avoid interference with equipment. TBG, as a swivel joint manufacturer, has a wealth of experience selling across various industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, beverages, chemicals, petroleum, and steel. We will introduce examples of rotating joints that meet your needs. 【Featured Examples (Partial)】 ■ VOL.1: Solved hose breakage and improved work efficiency by combining piping and rotating joints at a long-established sake brewery. ■ VOL.2: Utilization of sanitary swivel joints at a cheese factory operated by a dairy manufacturer with over 100 years of history. ■ VOL.3: Adoption of swivel joints in an automatic opening machine within the beverage manufacturing process. *What was the reason for adoption by a sake manufacturer with over 100 years of history? For details, please download the case study collection (free). You can try it with a free sample rental. Feel free to contact us.

• Fittings

We would like to introduce the use of "swivel joints" in storage companies that own bulk liquid terminals in various countries. In this facility (pump station), there was a process to flow multiple fluids within a single pipeline. Typically, separate pipelines are used to keep each fluid separate and prevent mixing, but this time we utilized our product to achieve a change in flow path. Due to its rotatable structure, by incorporating two units at the connection points of the pipeline, we enabled the horizontal movement of two fixed pipelines. [Case Overview] ■ Implementing Company: Overseas chemical product storage company ■ Implemented Product: Swivel Joint *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Piping and insulation

The manufacturing of processed foods primarily based on soy sauce involves a process where various seasoning liquids are mixed and the piping is frequently changed. The liquids are then sent to each mixer, filling machine, and sterilizer. To send liquids to each piece of equipment, we had to remove and reposition the clamps, which was cumbersome and reduced production efficiency. We received a consultation about whether we could improve operational efficiency by utilizing the rotating structure of swivel joint fittings. By installing a "sanitary swivel joint" at the base of the flexible hose, we were able to smoothly accommodate the demand for mixing various products and frequently changing the piping, resulting in improved production efficiency. [Case Overview] ■ Implementing Company: Soy Sauce Manufacturer ■ Implemented Product: Sanitary Swivel Joint *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Piping and insulation

Here is a case study from a manufacturer of hygiene care products. During the manufacturing of hygiene care products, there is a process where saline solution is transferred from a tank to a drum. However, due to the low viscosity of the saline solution, liquid dripping occurred at the outlet of the faucet after pouring was completed. By installing a sanitary swivel joint (No. 30 elbow type) at the outlet of the tank, it became possible to change the direction of the piping without damaging the helical gasket, eliminating the liquid dripping. [Case Overview] ■ Implementing Company: A manufacturer of hygiene care products ■ Implemented Product: Sanitary swivel joint *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• others

We will introduce an example of utilization at a plant engineering company that designs, manufactures, sells, and installs food and beverage machinery. In the production of beverages such as green tea and coffee, after extracting the raw materials like tea leaves and coffee beans, it is necessary to discharge the extraction residue. Traditionally, this required removing and attaching clamps and piping every time the lid opened and closed. By incorporating three straight pipe sanitary swivel joints into the piping section, the associated piping can smoothly fold in accordance with the lid's operation, eliminating the need for piping removal and attachment. [Case Overview] ■ Implementing Company: An example of utilization at a plant engineering company that designs, manufactures, sells, and installs food and beverage machinery. ■ Implemented Product: Sanitary swivel joint *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• others

In the transport line of food packaging machinery (testing equipment), there was a process for drawing up paste-like raw materials from a drum pipe. A flexible hose was adopted for drawing up from the drum pipe, but during an internal operational test, an accident occurred where the base of the hose was damaged. It seems that the high viscosity of the fluid and the corresponding pressure were the causes of the damage. While searching for a replacement for the damaged hose, attention was drawn to the sanitary swivel joint, and its adoption was considered. After confirming the product with a free sample, it was decided to adopt it for the prototype machine. [Case Overview] ■ Implementing Company: An engineering company engaged in the manufacturing and sales of food machinery. ■ Adopted Product: Sanitary Swivel Joint *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Fittings

We would like to introduce a case where a robot is used to dispense sauces and creams onto food items flowing on a conveyor belt. Previously, only hoses were used, but we installed sanitary swivel joints at both ends of the hose connection between the dispensing part of the arm and the replenishment pot, reducing the strain on the hose. The dispensing action onto food items on the conveyor belt requires the robot arm to follow precise and rapid movements. As a result, the load on the hose accumulated, leading to damage. By installing the sanitary swivel joints, the load on the base of the hose was reduced, which in turn decreased the frequency of hose replacements. 【Case Overview】 ■ Implementing Company: A major food company with over 100 years of history ■ Implemented Product: Sanitary Swivel Joint *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Fittings

A 360-degree rotating pipe fitting (swivel joint) resolves issues with hoses and piping, improving work efficiency. 【Do you have these challenges?】 1. I want to easily change the direction of fixed piping. 2. It's difficult to handle hoses; they break easily and can't be moved compactly. 3. I want to prevent damage to gaskets. 4. I want to reduce the number of times piping and clamps are attached and detached. 5. I want to prevent liquid leakage and pooling from connection points. TBG introduces rotating joints tailored to your needs based on years of experience as a swivel joint manufacturer, serving a wide range of industries including pharmaceuticals, food, beverages, chemicals, oil, and steel. 【Case Studies (Partial)】 ■VOL.1: Solved hose damage by combining piping and rotating joints at a long-established sake brewery, also improving work efficiency. ■VOL.2: Utilization of sanitary swivel joints at a cheese factory of a dairy manufacturer. ■VOL.6: Examples of use from a plant engineering company that designs and manufactures food machinery. ■VOL.8: Facilitating piping replacement while reducing hose load. ■VOL.10: How a major overseas engineering company uses rotating joints. *What were the reasons for adoption at the long-established sake brewery? For details, download the PDF! (Free)

• Fittings

The "automatic bag opening machine" is equipment that automatically opens bags containing powder and feeds the contents into a hopper. During cleaning, the hopper lid automatically closes, but the cleaning line attached to the lid needs to operate in sync with the opening and closing movement, leading to the consideration of using hoses. During the testing phase of the prototype, it was observed that the hose bends significantly in a diagonal direction when the lid opens and closes. This caused a large load and twisting with a soft hose, raising concerns that it could break if operated in that condition. As a solution, part of the design was changed from a hose to a fixed piping system with a "swivel joint." By modifying the design, the problematic areas were improved to allow for smooth movement as anticipated. Furthermore, eliminating the use of hoses resolved concerns about twisting and breakage, allowing for successful delivery to the customer's factory. [Case Overview] ■ Implementing Company: Food Machinery Manufacturer ■ Implemented Product: Sanitary Joint *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Fittings
• Cooking facility equipment and supplies

We would like to introduce a case study from a cheese factory of a company that has been manufacturing and selling dairy products for over 100 years. Soft solid natural cheese is transported through piping to a heating oven. It is introduced from the top of the oven, and when closing the oven lid or tilting, it is necessary to move the piping horizontally. The conventional method of removing and reattaching standard fixed piping clamps to change the piping position was inefficient and required improvement. When blending several types of cheese, there were many points for attaching and detaching clamps during piping changes, which was inefficient, so we introduced "sanitary swivel joints." After the introduction, it became possible to rotate the piping 360 degrees without removing the clamps, making the opening and closing of the lid and the introduction of raw materials much smoother. 【Case Overview】 ■ Implementing Company: Dairy product manufacturing and sales company ■ Implemented Product: Sanitary swivel joint ■ Product Features: Fixed with hand-tightened clamps, making attachment and detachment very easy, and disassembly and cleaning are also simple. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Fittings
• Cooking facility equipment and supplies

The produced raw liquor is transferred to barrels and stored for a certain period to promote maturation. In the storage facility of a certain long-established sake manufacturer, employees were carrying hoses and pouring into barrels, but due to awkward movements, the burden on the hoses increased, leading to damage. Each time this happened, replacements were necessary, consuming both cost and time. Thus, the "Sanitary Piping 360° Swivel Joint" was introduced! By attaching a swivel joint to the base of the hose at the spout, the joint absorbs the twisting of the hose, reducing the load on the base and significantly decreasing the frequency of hose damage. 【Case Overview】 ■ Implementing Company: Long-established sake manufacturer ■ Implemented Product: Sanitary Piping 360° Swivel Joint ■ Background: Recurring hose damage, concerns over hygiene management ■ Effect: Reduction in lifecycle costs, improvement in operability and hygiene *For more details, please download the case study PDF. Feel free to contact us for specifications.

• Fittings

【Product Description】 - 360° rotation allows for fluid transport and can follow the movement of pipes and hoses. - Non-grease design for sanitary piping and factory use. - No need to detach clamps when switching the direction of the piping! - Easy to disassemble, clean, and assemble; excellent maintainability. - Flat inner structure prevents liquid accumulation. - Compact and lightweight; improves work efficiency! 【Free Sample Loan Available】 We are offering free sample loans. For more details, please contact us.

• Fittings

The "TB Niigata Butterfly Valve" exhibits high wear resistance due to its two-part backup ring structure. The ease of attaching and replacing the seat improves maintenance. Additionally, the rubber component is secured to the backup ring, eliminating concerns about deformation of the rubber part. With a lineup that accommodates various fluids from high to low temperatures, we meet customer needs and support the safe and secure transfer of fluids. 【Features】 - The ease of attaching and replacing the seat improves maintenance. - High wear resistance is achieved through the two-part backup ring structure. - The rubber component is secured to the backup ring, eliminating concerns about deformation of the rubber part. - The wide seat eliminates the need for a gasket. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Parts and Materials

The "TB Niigata Ball Joint" is used in the transport piping of steam, hot water, and other high-temperature fluids for "absorption of expansion and contraction" and "displacement absorption." It can absorb significant reaction forces generated by twisting in the piping and equipment within the piping system through the ball joint link. By using a ball joint at the connection between the tank nozzle and the piping, it can absorb the movement of the piping. Connections between moving equipment and fixed piping, as well as connections between moving piping and fixed equipment, are also possible with a three-joint link. 【Features】 ■ Capable of following two or more plane movements of the piping ■ Small end thrust allows for longer piping lifespan ■ Reduces the number and weight of anchors and guides in the piping system, significantly saving labor costs ■ Provides greater functionality in a smaller space compared to pipe loops ■ Compatible with large diameter and high-pressure specifications. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Expansion joint hardware

The "High-Pressure Swivel Joint (Silver Type)" is a 360° freely rotating pipe joint with a maximum operating pressure of 10.30 MPa. It is suitable for oil drilling, steel manufacturing, die-casting machinery, plastic processing machinery, industrial machinery, mining, aircraft manufacturing, and various hydraulic machinery. It is used extensively across a wide range of industries to absorb deformations in pipelines due to hydraulic air, cooling piping, vibrations, ground subsidence, swinging, and for loading and unloading liquids. 【Features】 ■ 360° freely rotating pipe joint ■ Enables flexible movement of piping ■ Used extensively across various fields *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Fittings
• Piping and insulation

TB Global Technologies' "Low Pressure Swivel Joint (Green Type)" is a 360° freely rotating pipe joint with a maximum operating pressure of 2.06 MPa. It is suitable for industries such as steelmaking, petrochemicals, oil refining, chemical manufacturing, automotive, machine tools, food processing, fluid handling in ports, construction, and water supply and sewage treatment. It is widely used in various fields to absorb pipeline deformations caused by hydraulic air, cooling piping, vibrations, ground subsidence, swinging, and for loading and unloading liquids. 【Features】 ■ 360° freely rotating pipe joint ■ Enables flexible movement of piping ■ Extremely widely used in various fields *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Fittings

【Product Description】 - 360° rotation for fluid transport, capable of following any movement - Non-grease design for sanitary piping and factories - No need to detach clamps when switching piping direction! - Easy disassembly, cleaning, and assembly; excellent maintainability - Flat inner structure to prevent liquid pooling - Compact and lightweight; improved workability! 【Free Sample Available】 We are offering free sample loans. Please contact us for more details.

• Fittings

"Willow" is a seismic isolation piping system that achieves three-dimensional (X, Y, Z axis) movement compliance by combining rotary joints. Compared to hoses, it has higher rigidity and can accommodate large displacement amounts simply by changing the length of the piping. Its shorter length relative to the required displacement allows for installation in narrow spaces. Made entirely of steel pipes and using special gaskets, it excels in durability and pressure resistance, making it suitable for applications such as fire protection piping, where high pressure resistance is required and the risk of rupture is low. 【Features】 - Easy alignment and exceptional workability for simple installation - Space-saving design capable of accommodating large displacement amounts - Made entirely of steel pipes, offering excellent durability and pressure resistance - Performance verified by tests at the Japan Fire Equipment Safety Center; compliant with the High-Pressure Gas Safety Act - Numerous installation records in buildings, government offices, museums, airports, hospitals, and more *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

• Piping and insulation

This product is the TB Niigata stainless steel swivel joint, widely used primarily for low-temperature and corrosive fluids. The material used is stainless steel, and the diameter ranges from 3/8B to 12B. In applications with load, it can withstand high loads by using a snap-in race (only for sizes 2B and above) in the ball race section. 【Features】 ■ 360° freely rotating pipe joint ■ Allows flexible movement of piping ■ Widely used for low-temperature and corrosive fluids ■ In applications with load, it can withstand high loads by using a snap-in race in the ball race section *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Expansion joint hardware
• Fittings

"Orange (SH)" is a swivel joint for TB Niigata and ultra-high pressure applications. It is used in harsh conditions of high pressure and high load, such as in oil drilling lines, steel manufacturing plants, and various machinery lines. Additionally, sizes 2-1/2B to 5B use three rows of ball bearings. 【Features】 ■ 360° freely rotating pipe joint ■ Allows flexible movement of piping ■ Used in oil drilling lines, steel manufacturing plants, and various machinery lines ■ Sizes 2-1/2B to 5B use three rows of ball bearings *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Expansion joint hardware
• Fittings

The "TB Niigata Swivel Joint" is a rotating pipe fitting that allows for 360° free movement. By selecting the type of main body material and packing material according to your needs, it can handle difficult fluids such as working oil, industrial water, seawater, steam, natural gas, ammonia, and other chemical fluids. Additionally, we offer swivel joints specifically designed for sanitary piping and seismic isolation piping systems that utilize swivel joints. 【Features】 ■ Secure sealing from low pressure to high pressure with a dedicated special packing ■ Prevents the intrusion of debris and rainwater into the ball bearing section with a special lip shape ■ Maximum operating pressure is 34MPa ■ Custom designs are also available *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us as well.

• Fittings

The "Marine Loading Arm" is a fluid handling equipment (arm-shaped movable piping) for tanker connections (receiving and discharging). It employs TB Niigata swivel joints using multi-row ball bearings and specially designed seals. It can pass high-pressure fluids without leakage, and by appropriately selecting the materials for the arm joints and seals according to the fluid, it can be used for handling a variety of fluids. Additionally, we offer a range of options to enhance safety and mobility, including an emergency disconnection device and a vessel mooring position monitoring system. We undertake regular inspection and maintenance proposals, as well as responsible construction work using experienced specialized staff and genuine parts specifications. 【Features】 ■ Achieves smooth following of the ship's movements through a configuration of three types of swivel joints ■ Allows for more reliable and rapid handling compared to conventional rubber hoses ■ Adopted by domestic and international customers as the NIIGATA brand for over half a century ■ Offers models that can be used for barges of several hundred tons to large tankers of 500,000 tons *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Picking robots (shelf transport robots, arm picking robots)
• others

The "Loading Arm for Land Transportation" is a fluid handling equipment (movable piping in the shape of an arm) for connecting tank trucks, container trucks, etc. (for receiving and discharging). It uses TB Niigata swivel joints with multi-row ball bearings and specially designed seals. It can pass high-pressure fluids without leakage. Additionally, by appropriately selecting the materials for the arm joints and seals according to the type of fluid, it can be used for handling various fluids, such as petroleum products and chemicals like sulfuric acid, including low-temperature fluids. We have established an after-sales service system throughout Japan, enabling rapid response to emergency repairs, and we undertake regular inspections and maintenance proposals, as well as responsible construction work using experienced specialized staff and genuine parts. 【Features】 ■ Appropriate swivel joint configuration according to the connection range ■ Easy connection to target vehicles with flexible metal piping ■ Safer, more reliable, and faster handling compared to conventional rubber hoses ■ Compatible with a variety of fluids from petroleum, gas, petrochemicals, and from high pressure to low temperature *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• others
• Piping Equipment
• Piping and insulation

We would like to introduce the "Low-Pressure Swivel Joint (Blue Type)" manufactured and sold by TB Global Technologies. The maximum operating pressure is 3.43 MPa. It features a 360° freely rotating pipe joint, allowing for flexible movement of piping. It is widely used in various industries for absorbing pipeline deformation due to hydraulic air, cooling piping, vibrations, ground subsidence, swinging, and for loading and unloading liquids, among other applications. 【Features】 ■ 360° freely rotating pipe joint ■ Allows for flexible movement of piping ■ Extremely widely used in various industries for absorbing pipeline deformation due to hydraulic air, cooling piping, vibrations, ground subsidence, swinging, and for loading and unloading liquids, among other applications. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Fittings

【Product Description】 - 360° rotation for fluid transport, capable of following any movement - Non-grease design for sanitary piping and factories - No need to detach clamps when switching piping directions! - Easy disassembly, cleaning, and assembly; excellent maintainability - Flat inner structure to prevent liquid pooling - Compact and lightweight, improving work efficiency! 【Applications】 - Extractors - Filling machines - Piping distribution (from tank/container to another tank) no need to detach clamps! - Mounted at the base of hoses → absorbs twisting and allows for maneuverability - Scales with vertical movement - Can accommodate three-dimensional movement with multiple uses 【Fluid Performance】 - Beverages (juice, milk, coffee, tea) - Alcohol (beer, wine, whiskey, shochu, sake) - Condiments (soy sauce, noodle dipping sauce, barbecue sauce, dressing, mayonnaise) - Food (chocolate, ice cream, sweet bean paste, processed foods, wasabi) - Fragrances / paints / cosmetic ingredients / hair growth agents / detergents / solvents / surfactants, etc.

• Fittings

"Willow" is a seismic isolation piping system for equipment in seismic-resistant buildings. It is compatible with piping lines for water supply and drainage, fire protection, air conditioning, steam, etc., and the connections use flange joints that do not depend on whether the piping is new or existing, eliminating the need for special techniques or tools, thus providing excellent workability. The applicable diameters range from 10A to 400A, and displacement amounts of 200/400/500mm can be selected, with a maximum of 1000mm also possible. [Features] - Compatible with piping lines for water supply and drainage, fire protection, air conditioning, steam, etc. - Connections use flange joints that do not depend on whether the piping is new or existing - No special techniques or tools are required, providing excellent workability - Applicable diameters range from 10A to 400A - Displacement amounts of 200/400/500mm can be selected *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Piping materials (copper pipes, cast iron pipes)
• Piping Equipment

Our company has approximately 70 years of experience as a swivel joint manufacturer. We propose optimal rotary joints based on our long years of experience. 【Product Description】 - We use a specialized seal that reduces leakage compared to products using O-rings, resulting in a longer lifespan. - The adoption of a dust seal prevents the intrusion of water and debris, and it has the ability to automatically discharge excess grease during greasing. 【Single Use】 - Designed for "hose necks," it assists in hose routing and enables a longer lifespan for hoses. 【Multiple Use】 - By combining swivel joints, it can follow 2.5D and 3D movements.

• Fittings