Horizontal Upthrust Constants for a Power Plant

March 8, 2006

 

Horizontal Upthrust Constants For A Power Plant
Horizontal Upthrust Constants for a Power Plant
Horizontal Upthrust Constants For A Power Plant
Multiple Constants During Inspection

The horizontal upthrust constants (Fig. PTP200-U) were fabricated from carbon steel and chrome-moly for a Heat Recovery Steam Generator. The constants range in sizes PTP-200 size 3 to 65 and weigh from 24 lbs to 1,300 lbs. They support loads of 100 lbs to 8,100 lbs. The constants support pipes and equipment subjected to vertical movement due to thermal expansion at locations where transfer of stress to other supports or equipment can be critical. Horizontal upthrust constants are utilized in areas where horizontal travel is unacceptable. Standard testing was completed for performance and quality assurance.

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March 2006 News

March 4, 2006

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. Performed Field Services for a Power Generating Plant in Texas

PT&P was contracted to assist in the determination of pipe support maintenance at a power plant in Texas. The constant effort support springs with loads of excess of 9,500 lbs and the variable spring supports with loads of 450 lbs were marked for needing attention.

Inspecting Variable Springs For Performance
Cleaning Variable Spring Unit
Inspecting Variable Springs For Performance
Inspecting Variable Springs for Performance

PT&P’s objectives were to:

* Evaluate the pipe supports
* Determine state of performance
* Provide a plan of action
* Train personnel on-site to perform adjustments and replacement of supports or support components
* Provide final inspection of modified supports

After Cleaning &Amp; Preparation Of The Constant
After Cleaning & Preparation of the Constant
Final Assembly With Added Slide Plates
Final Assembly with Added Slide Plates

The pipe supports needing attention could not be set to the required installation position. A plan was initiated to recondition some of the support components such as turnbuckles and rods. This would allow a greater range of field adjustment to the pipe supports. During a planned shut-down, PT&P Field Service Units returned to the site to modify the existing supports. The initial phase of the modifications included bracing the piping in order to isolate and lock the supports in position. Then, they were disconnected from the system and modifications to the assemblies were completed. Afterwards, the supports were reinstalled and any necessary adjustments were completed. A total of eight pipe supports were modified or adjusted.

Roller Bearing Needing Maintenance
Roller Bearing Needing Maintenance
Restored Roller Bearing
Restored Roller Bearing

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Upthrust 200-U Type Constants for an Oil Refinery

February 28, 2006

 

Upthrust 200-U Type Constants For An Oil Refinery
Upthrust 200-U Type Constants for an Oil Refinery
Upthrust 200-U Type Constants For An Oil Refinery
Upthrust 200-U Type Constants for an Oil Refinery

The upthrust constants (PTP Fig. 200-U) were fabricated from A36 carbon steel. Weighing at 4,150 lbs each, they measure 94” long, 27” wide, and 43” tall. They support loads from 90,700 lbs to 93,000 lbs with 4” of vertical travel. In addition, they are custom designed with extra supporting points for heavier loads. They are used to support the piping system from beneath the pipeline. Upthrust constants only allow for vertical travel and are used where horizontal travel is unacceptable. Standard load and travel testing was completed to assure quality and performance.

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Constants for an Oil Refinery in Texas

November 16, 2005
Constants For An Oil Refinery In Texas
Constants for an Oil Refinery in Texas

These constant hanger assemblies are used to support piping systems subjected to vertical movement. They are capable of supporting loads ranging from 3,000 lbs to 63,000 lbs with a travel range of 5″. They have dimension between 73″ long, 36″ tall, and 23″ wide to 80″ long, 27″ tall, and 12 3/4 ” wide. Standard testing was performed for quality assurance.

Constants For An Oil Refinery In Texas
Constants for an Oil Refinery in Texas

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Constant Hangers for an Engineering Company

November 2, 2005
Constant Hangers For An Engineering Company
Constant Hangers for an Engineering Company

Constant hangers provide constant support for pipes subject to vertical movement due to thermal expansion. These Type E Constant Hangers are made from carbon steel ranging from 5 to 7 in length. Their applicable loads range from 17,300 lbs to 30,000 lbs. The total travel ranges from 2 to 9 . Standard constant load testing was performed for quality assurance per customers request.

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Constants for Energy Plant in Louisiana

July 1, 2005
Constants For Energy Plant In Louisiana
Constants for Energy Plant in Louisiana

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. custom designed and manufactured Type 200-C constant springboxes for an energy plant in Louisiana.

The constant measures 23 x 40 designed for an operating load capacity of 8,300 lbs. and a total travel range of 8. The constant is fabricated of A36 carbon steel. To ensure quality,
standard load and travel tests were performed prior to shipping.

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PTP 200 F-Type Constants

February 25, 2005
Ptp 200 F-Type Constants
PTP 200 F-Type Constants
Ptp 200 F-Type Constants
PTP 200 F-Type Constants

The constants measure 35” x 12” x 20 ¼” and 29” x 10” x 19 ½”. The products have a maximum travel of 5” and can support loads up to 790 lbs. and 430 lbs. They are constructed of A36 steel with a hot dip galvanized finish. The frames on the custom designed constants were elongated to meet customer’s specifications. Standard load and adjustment testing was performed to ensure quality prior to shipping.

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Horizontal U-Type Constants for Power Plant

February 11, 2005
Horizontal U-Type Constants For Power Plant
Horizontal U-Type Constants for Power Plant
Horizontal U-Type Constants For Power Plant
Finished Products Ready for Shipment

The constants measure 61 x 17 x 40 and weighs 560 lbs. a piece. They are designed to operate in temperatures from -40° F to 660° F. The unique construction of the constants permits extensive vertical travel, ranging from 20.5 to 26. Standard load and adjustment testing was performed to ensure quality prior to shipping.

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46 Constants for Hydrogen Reformer

November 26, 2004
46 Constants For Hydrogen Reformer
46 Constants for Hydrogen Reformer

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. custom designed and manufactured 46 PTP 100-C size 50 constants for a hydrogen reformer in Chile. The constants measure 30 x 48, designed for a vertical travel range of 11 and an operating load capacity of 2,600 lbs. They are fabricated out of A36 carbon steel. To ensure quality, standard load and travel tests were performed prior to shipping.

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49,000 lb. Load Constant Springs for a Power Plant

March 5, 2004

49,000 Lb. Load Constant Springs For A Power Plant
49,000 lb. Load Constant Springs for a Power Plant

Piping Technology and Products, Inc. custom designed and manufactured four double lug suspension PTP 100-C size 84 constants for a power plant in South Carolina.  These constants are designed for a vertical travel range of 5″ and an operating load capacity of 49,000 lb. They are fabricated out of A36 carbon steel and weigh 2,900 lb. each. Prior to shipping standard load and travel tests were performed on these 20″x 35″x 80″ constants to ensure quality.

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950 lb. load C-type Constants

September 26, 2003
950 Lb. Load C-Type Constants
950 lb. load C-type Constants

PT&P recently designed and manufactured sixteen PTP-200 C-type constants modified to fit in constricted areas near a furnace of a chemical facility.  These constants are designed to travel from 5 1/2” to 19” and are specified to carry loads ranging from 245 to 924 lbs. They were fabricated from A36 plates with 4140 pins. Due to the proximity of the pipes and other equipment, the front part of the constant frame was cut to allow the pipe to move freely. Load and travel testing was performed to ensure quality and precise performance.

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Emergency Request for Types B & E Stainless Steel Constants

May 30, 2003
Emergency Request For Types B &Amp; E Stainless Steel Constants
Emergency Request for Types B & E Stainless Steel Constants

Within a two-week span, PT&P designed and fabricated eight Stainless Steel, grade-304, types B & E Constants for a marine plant. These constants have a travel of 1 1/2 – 5″ and are specified to carry 50 – 1540 lbs load. Stainless steel was requested due to the corrosive nature of the environment. PT&P also manufactured nine Carbon Steel types B & E Constants for this project.

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17,000 lbs. Upthrust Constants for a Construction Site

April 18, 2003
 17,000 Lbs. Upthrust Constants For A Construction Site
17,000 lbs. Upthrust Constants for a Construction Site
 17,000 Lbs. Upthrust Constants For A Construction Site
17,000 lbs. Upthrust Constant

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. designed and manufactured sixty nine Upthrust Constants for a construction site in Chad, Africa.  They range in constant size from 31-61 and are composed of A36 carbon steel. The applicable loads and travel for these constants are from 1,700 lbs.-17,000 lbs. and 3”-8”, respectively. The installed height for this job was much higher than our standard constants, so we had to customize them. By extending the height of our standard constant with an additional angle we were able to meet the installed height.

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Special Application Variable Springs and Constant Supports

March 19, 2003
Special Application Variable Springs And Constant Supports
Special Application Variable Springs and Constant Supports

The three pictures above show materials being crated for shipment overseas. At the top center are pallets of variable springs designed for 10” of movement and 1000 pound load. This unusual combination of requirements is satisfied by an unusually long coil. This project required 700 of these variables. At the bottom center are constant supports designed for 14” of movement with loads near 2000 pounds. This large movement, unusual for this load, requires the large arc seen in the frame of the constant body. Two hundred of these constants were required. These spring supports are painted with a shop prime.

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18,500 lb. Load Constants for a Construction Site

February 21, 2003
18,500 Lb. Load Constants For A Construction Site
18,500 lb. Load Constants for a Construction Site

The constants are made from A36 carbon steel and range in height from 4′-0 to 5′-0 and C-C dimension of 7′-0 to 8′-4.  They have a load capacity of 12,000 lbs. to 18,500 lbs. and a 4-5 travel capacity. Load setting and travel testing was conducted on the constants to ensure they met the customer’s requirements.

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70,000 lb. Load Vertical C-Type Constants

December 13, 2002

70,000 Lb. Load Vertical C-Type Constants
70,000 lb. Load Vertical C-Type Constants

These 42 13/16″ x 79 5/8″ constants have a double suspension and are made from A36 carbon steel. They will each hold a total of 70,000 lbs. and are designed to move 8½ in. down. Our report generating testing was conducted after the correct load was set.

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Vertical F-Type Constants for Power Plant

July 19, 2002
Vertical F-Type Constants For Power Plant
Vertical F-Type Constants for Power Plant

Piping Technology & Products custom designed and manufactured vertical F-type constants for a power plant in Connecticut.

The 100 type F is a vertical constant designed to support piping from below with minimum space usage. The dimensions of the constant are 26-5/8″ high, 10″ wide, and 17-9/16″ long with an operating load of 280 lbs.

This particular F constant, was unusual in that it was furnished with a vertical spring that attaches below the frame of the constant. In addition to a downward travel of 3″, the flange table shifts forward at 1-3/8″ to minimize axial movement.

A galvanized finish was applied to the constant to prevent corrosion. The constants can be bolted on or welded to the support or steel underneath.

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Custom Pipe Supports and Constants Assemblies For An Oil Refinery In Mexico

October 12, 2001
Custom Pipe Support Assemblies For An Oil Refinery In Mexico
Custom Pipe Support Assemblies For An Oil Refinery In Mexico
Custom Pipe Support Assemblies For An Oil Refinery In Mexico
Custom Pipe Support Assemblies

Piping Technology and Products designed and built 24 custom pipe support assemblies to meet the unusual needs of an oil refinery in Mexico. The pipe hanger assemblies each consisted of a 200 E-type constant spring support and a cradle assembly. The constants are designed for loads of 9856 lb. to 13,288 lb., and for total travels ranging from 3.5″ to 5.5″. Operational conditions dictated that the constant springs have settings for emergency and start-up, in additional to the standard settings of cold for shipping, and hot for normal operations.

The cradle assemblies attached to the constants are to support pipes with operational temperatures of 1070°F to 1100°F. Thus while the constants could be made of A-36 steel, the assemblies could not. The pipe saddle itself was made by splitting a section of A387-11 chrome alloy pipe. The other support components were all made of 304 stainless steel. This includes a 1-3/4″ Eye Rod, two 27″ I.D. U-bolts, and two 33″ lengths of 3″ diameter SCH. 80 pipe.

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68" In Height Vertical Upthrust Constants

September 7, 2001
68&Quot; In Height Vertical Upthrust Constants
68" In Height Vertical Upthrust Constants

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. designed and built two, 68″ in height 100 U-Type constants for a power plant in Mexico. The vertical upthrust constants were designed to support 48,500 lb. each with a total upward travel of 3″. In order to prevent buckling of the constant housing, each constant was designed with five C7 x 14 3/4 lb. channels and a base plate of 26 3/8″ x 33 1/4″. These unique 100 U-Type upthrust constants were custom designed by PT&P to accommodate limited horizontal space requirement. The constants will be placed opposite to each other on a beam capable of supporting 99,000 lb. load of the pipe, plus the weight of the constants.

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Big-Ton D and Big-Ton T Upthrust Constants

May 24, 2001
Big-Ton D And Big-Ton T Upthrust Constants
Big-Ton D and Big-Ton T Upthrust Constants

PT&P custom designed and built four Big Ton D Upthrust Constants(figure 1) and two pairs of Big Ton T Upthrust Constants (figure 2) for a global engineering & construction company.

These upthrust constants are installed at a Petrochemical Plant in Siberia. Due to space limitation, the Big Ton D Upthrust Constants and Big Ton T Upthrust Constants were designed for a total travel of 5″ and 4″ respectively. The Big Ton D Upthrust Constants were also designed for a load of 50,022 Ibs with a height of 26 inches. The Big Ton T Upthrust Constants with a height of 16.5″ were designed for 75,000 Ibs, and 67,464 Ibs respectively.

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