Why Water Meter Flanges Matter in Industrial Applications Having spent a good chunk of my career knee-deep in industrial piping systems, I can tell you right away: not all flanges are created equal. When it comes to a water meter flange, the stakes are surprisingly high. This isn’t just a metal ring joining pipes together. It’s a critical seal point for measuring water flow, pressure, and integrity. A flimsy flange can throw off readings, cause leaks – and frankly, run you into expensive downtime. Oddly enough, the industry often overlooks the humble flange as “just hardware,” but that’s a mis…