PT&P custom designed pre-insulated pipe supports with polyurethane insulation for cryogenic temperatures in a light hydrocarbon production facility in Texas. A total of 59 cold shoes were fabricated from A36 carbon steel with a hot-dipped galvanized finish. The cold shoe assemblies range in diameter from 24″-48″ and were designed to support loads ranging from 17,000 to 31,000 lb. Standard Q.C. and dimensional tests were performed prior to shipment.
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Register for the Pre-Insulated Pipe Supports Webinar (Cryogenic/High Temp.)
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This presentation will cover Pre-Insulated Pipe Supports, including pipe insulation products for both cryogenic and heat applications. Learn about the different types of insulation materials and get the inside scoop on our cold shoe design. Explore how Polyurethane foam is produced, from mixing polyols and isocyanates to inspecting the final product. Learn about anchor shoe testing, lateral load testing, compressive strength testing, and axial load testing.
The featured presenter, David Baker has over 12 years experience with pre-insulated pipe supports, on-site surveys, inspections, Installation and Maintenance. He is also the manager of PT&P’s Field Service division and our in-house consultant for pre-insulated pipe supports.
Read MoreC-Type Variable Spring Supports Designed for a Power Plant
PT&P designed C-Type variable spring support assemblies for a power plant in Louisiana. They are designed for operating loads ranging from 1,319 to 2,800 lb. with an upwards travel ranging from 0.11″ to 0.34″. The variables were fabricated from carbon steel with a hot-dipped galvanized finish and standard load and travel testing was completed prior to shipment
Read MorePipe Clamp Assemblies Custom Designed for a Synthetic Gas Plant
PT&P custom designed pipe clamp assemblies for a partial oxidation unit in a synthetic gas plant located in Texas. The pipe clamps were fabricated from alloy A387 and coated with a special paint for high temperatures. The assemblies were designed with supportive structures for pipe sizes ranging from 2″ to 16″. Standard quality control inspection and tests were conducted prior to shipment.
Read MoreTechnical Webinar: Design, Application & Installation of Pipe Clamps
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This presentation will cover Pipe Clamps, including Hold-Down Clamps, Riser Clamps, Clevis Hangers, Yoke U-Bolt Clamps and Structural Supports. Learn how the appropriate type of pipe support is chosen based on the different design conditions. Find out how Finite Element Analysis is used in the design process and view the custom pipe supports designed for extreme applications.
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Sway Struts Custom Designed for a Chemical Plant in Texas
PT&P custom designed sway struts for a chemical plant located in Texas. The sway struts and rod hangers are both fabricated from carbon steel. The overall length of the support assemblies’ range from 31″ to 83″ and are capable of supporting loads up to 1,750 lb., with an operating temperature of 1100°F and 1 1/2″ of vertical movement. The sway struts are designed to restrain movement in one direction while providing movement due to thermal expansion or contraction in another direction.
Read MoreCustom Designed Pipe Hanger Assemblies in an Energy Facility
PT&P custom designed pipe hanger and clamp assemblies for a flue-gas desulfurization application in an energy facility located in Kansas. The assemblies are designed for pipes ranging in size from 2-1/2″ to 6″ in diameter, and are capable of a 650 lb. operating load. Materials include tube steel, fig. 92 washer, fig. 122 all threaded rod, fig. 30 turnbuckle, fig. 40 weldless eyenut and fig. 70 pipe clamp.
Read MoreStainless Steel Roller Stands Custom Designed for a Wastewater Treatment Plant
PT&P designed spring loaded stainless steel roller stands for a wastewater treatment plant. The rollers were custom designed for ease of assembly to support a 30″ diameter pipeline. They include eight springs in two spring housings and are designed for 1,000 lb. load. The base plate is 18-3/4″ x 13″ and the BOP is 10-3/16″. Roller stands are used to support pipelines that expand and contract longitudinally in the axial direction and where vertical adjustment is not necessary.
Read MoreF-Type Variable Spring Supports Designed for a Chemical Processing Plant
PT&P manufactured F-type variable spring supports for a chemical processing plant in Texas. The variables are designed with an internal guide and for a movement of 0.09″. They are designed for a 5,350 lb. cold load and 5,450 lb. hot load. Because these springs had to be capable of withstanding a hydro-test in excess of 33,000 lb. (which substantially exceeded the standard maximum hydro-test of 18,000 lb.), special collars were used in conjunction with the standard travel stops. These collars are designed to absorb the large hydro load by relying on the high strength characteristics of the load flange and housing components of the assembly while essentially bypassing the threaded internal components.
Read MoreConstant Spring Supports Designed for a Steam Methane Reformer
PT&P manufactured Fig. PTP 100-E constant spring supports for a steam methane reformer plant project in Thailand. The constant springs are designed for a pipe operating temperature from 650°F to 1250°F and an operating load of 3,355 lb. with a movement of 13″ upward. The constants are fabricated from carbon steel and painted with an epoxy for high temperatures. Standard load and travel test were completed prior to shipment.