Category: 3. Using the Software

Variable spring supports allow vertical pipe displacement due to thermal expansion or contraction, and support the weight of the pipe system. In a variable spring support, load varies at a constant rate with the vertical travel. For that reason, they are used when the vertical movement is of a low or medium range (up to […]

Constant spring supports allow vertical movements of the pipe due to thermal expansion or contraction and have a fixed load output throughout their travel range. They are used when vertical movement is high (from 50-75 mm upwards) and when stress at the pipe nozzles and equipment has to be very limited. Basic Setup Before proceeding, […]

Pipe hangers can withstand the load of the pipe and avoid friction loads associated with resting supports. Designed at an appropriate length that keeps angulation due to horizontal movements within an acceptable range, they are very versatile and there can be found many installation solutions. Basic Setup Before proceeding, check Understanding Support Datasheet topic for […]

Resting supports (Clamp bases, U-bolts and components for guides and anchors) are the most common pipe supports given their high degree of standardization and ease of installation, specially for pipes that rest on structures and pipe racks. They can be used as a free sliding support, or as guides and anchor points. Basic Setup Before […]

Struts are linear articulated supports characterized by their high rigidity that restrict the movement of pipe in their axis direction. As with hydraulic shock arrestors, they can be installed in any position with relation to the pipe depending on the direction of the movement that they are designed to restrict. They connect to the adjacent […]

Hydraulic snubbers are special elements designed to absorb large impacts in the piping due to seismic phenomena or other circumstances like water hammers. During the normal operation and movement of piping, they do not restrict movements, offering minimal resistance. However, when a sudden impact occurs, they lock themselves becoming highly rigid supports, protecting the system […]

Sliding plates are special items that are designed to significantly reduce the friction coefficient in pipe supports. As a result, they lower the values of load caused by the horizontal displacement of pipes or equipment, reducing stress and improving the functionality of the associated resting supports. They are usually installed between the pipe or equipment […]