Pipe Supports

Pipe supports are the unsung heroes of many industrial operations. These seemingly simple components play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable functioning of piping systems. From power plants and refineries to chemical processing facilities and manufacturing plants, pipe supports bear the weight and stress of the pipes, preventing damage, leaks, and potential hazards.

  • Providing structural support: Preventing pipe sagging, vibration, and misalignment.
  • Absorbing thermal expansion: Accommodating changes in pipe length due to temperature fluctuations.
  • Preventing pipe stress: Reducing strain on pipe joints and connections.
  • Ensuring safety: Protecting personnel and equipment from potential pipe failures.

There’s a wide variety of pipe supports available to suit different piping systems and operating conditions.

  • Rigid supports: Provide fixed support for pipes, preventing movement in any direction.
  • Spring hangers: Allow for vertical movement of pipes to accommodate thermal expansion.
  • Constant support hangers: Maintain a constant load on the pipe, regardless of pipe movement.
  • Variable spring hangers: Adjust the support force based on pipe weight and temperature changes.
  • Hydraulic snubbers: Restrict excessive pipe movement caused by vibrations or earthquakes.