Software interfaces. See also: application binary interface and application programming interface. A software interface may refer to a wide range of different types of interface at different levels: an operating system may interface with pieces of hardware.
The products used to seal these pipe joints are known as gaskets. A flange gasket is the particular style of gasket utilized to create a seal when two flanged pipe ends are bolted together. The most common use for gaskets is in the services industry, where water pipes need to be sufficiently sealed to prevent water leaks, loss of pressure, or external foreign contaminants entering the pipe.
A flange is a method of connecting pipes , valves , pumps and other equipment to form a piping system .It also provides easy access for cleaning , inspection or modification . Flanges are usually welded or screwed .Flanges joints are made by bolting together two flanges with a gasket between them to provide a seal.