No, you cannot encapsulate a Big Ton; it must have space to accommodate the movement.
Tag: FAQ: Big Ton Spring Supports
January 25, 2013
A Big Ton with a slide plate.
Are Big Ton’s springs parallel to one another or in a series?
Big Ton’s springs run parallel to one another.
Is a big ton spring an alternative for a u-type or f-type variable spring?
June 6, 2012
An alternative to a U-Type or F-Type variable spring depends upon the load AND the application, but a big ton spring can be used in some cases.
F-Type Variable Spring Supports for a Natural Gas Processing and Separation Plant
How can we adjust a large (+/-100,000 lbs) big ton spring?
November 10, 2011
To adjust a big ton spring, you would rotate the nuts that are located on top of the plate pressing the springs and below the load flange. If you need further assistance, you are welcome to contact our field services department at info@pipingtech.com.
63″ x 63″ Big Ton Springs for an Oil Refinery