Snubbers, Sway Braces & Sway Struts

A sway strut is a device used to restrain movement of piping in one direction while providing for movement due to thermal expansion or contraction in another direction. View Product Information

Our inventory of sway braces provides a reliable solution for controlling vibration and shock in industrial piping systems. Unlike rigid struts that lock a pipe in place, effective sway bracing uses a spring-loaded mechanism to restrain the pipe while allowing necessary thermal expansion and contraction. These devices function as dynamic pipe bracing, exerting a restoring force that opposes movement in both tension and compression. Whether used to dampen vibration near pump discharges or to stabilize long pipe runs against wind loads, a properly specified sway brace ensures the structural integrity of the system by keeping dynamic forces within safe limits. View Product Information

Our inventory of mechanical snubber assemblies, through our subsidiary Fronek, provides essential protection for industrial piping systems subjected to sudden dynamic loads, including seismic events, fluid hammer, and turbine trips. Unlike rigid restraints, snubbers are designed to allow gradual thermal expansion of the pipe during normal operation while automatically locking into a rigid support under shock conditions. Incorporating snubbers into piping designs ensures critical infrastructure remains secure against vibration and impact without compromising the necessary flexibility for thermal expansion. We offer a wide range of sizes and configurations to accommodate various snubber pipe attachment requirements, ensuring compliance with stringent nuclear and industrial safety standards. View Product Information

Most hydraulic snubbers have a piston which is relatively unconstrained in motion at low displacement rates. At high displacement rates the piston "locks up", that is, the force required to move the piston increases substantially, usually as a result of the closing of a valve. View Product Information