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Heavy-Duty Pipe Saddles: Precision Support for Heavy Pipes, Long Spans, and Dynamic Load Conditions

May 5, 2025
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Reliable Load Transfer Without Installation Headaches

Pipe saddles are critical solutions for securing heavy pipelines and managing load transfer to structural elements. More than just supports, our engineered pipe saddles help reduce localized stress and maintain system alignment by stabilizing the pipe and minimizing deformation at critical support points.

What is a Pipe Saddle?

A pipe saddle consists of a curved base designed to partially wrap around a pipe, paired with a vertical stanchion that anchors it to a supporting structure. Pipe saddles are essential for:

  • Managing high loads over long pipe spans.
  • Preventing deformation, wear, and stress fractures.
  • Ensuring system stability when support points are limited.

Piping Technology & Products manufactures pipe saddles to exact specifications using durable materials such as carbon steel, with options for specialized coatings to resist corrosion. Whether you need a standard design or a custom configuration, we deliver saddle supports built for your project’s diameter, load, and structural interface requirements.

Case Study: Custom Pipe Saddles for a Midstream Gas Facility

For a midstream natural gas project in the Midwest, Piping Technology designed and delivered a large order of custom-fabricated pipe saddles:

  • Pipe Size: 36-inch diameter.
  • Load Requirements: Engineered for substantial dynamic loads.
  • Finish: Hot-dip galvanized for long-term outdoor durability.
  • Compliance: Designed to meet ASME standards.

Our in-house engineering team worked directly with the EPC contractor to accelerate the design and fabrication cycle. This proactive collaboration ensured a perfect field fit, eliminated rework, and helped keep the overall project on schedule, addressing a key priority for EPC managers while avoiding any installation setbacks.

Designed for Midstream Energy Demands

In the midstream oil and gas sector, performance, quality, and reliability are non-negotiable. Piping systems must withstand:

  • Thermal expansion and contraction across long distances.
  • Environmental exposure to moisture, temperature fluctuations, and corrosive agents.
  • Variable load conditions over the system’s operational lifespan.

Our pipe saddles deliver the durability and stability midstream operators require, minimizing downtime risks and safeguarding critical infrastructure.

Additional Solutions for Midstream Applications 

In addition to heavy-duty saddles, PT&P offers a full range of custom supports engineered for the challenges of midstream energy projects:

  • Constant and Variable Spring Hangers: Manage vertical movement due to thermal expansion.
  • Pipe Shoes 
  • Pipe Anchors and Guides: Control axial loads and direct pipe movement safely.
  • Cryogenic Insulated Supports: Specialized designs for LNG and low-temperature systems.
  • Custom U-bolts and Clamps: Engineered fastening solutions for complex configurations.

Each product is manufactured to meet project-specific load, movement, and environmental requirements, ensuring seamless system integration.

Why Project Managers Trust Piping Technology

When you partner with us, you get more than just products; you gain a reliable team committed to helping you deliver flawless projects. 

We offer:

  • Engineering Expertise: Real-time collaboration with seasoned engineers.
  • Proven Product Quality: Materials and manufacturing processes that meet or exceed ASME, ASTM, and API standards.
  • Manufacturing: Deep manufacturing expertise to deliver scale, large volume, fastest time to market customized solutions with a sharp focus on constructability and site needs.
  • On-Time Delivery: A proven track record of meeting tight project timelines.
  • Cost Efficiency: Competitive pricing without compromising quality or performance.
  • Responsive Support: Fast answers to RFIs, urgent field issues, and design changes.

For Project Managers, that means reduced risk, minimized rework, and higher confidence in project success.

Get the Right Saddle Support for Your Next Project

Talk to an engineer today to discuss your application and receive a custom solution for your project needs.

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Adjustable Pipe Stands Designed for a Crude Oil Terminal in Texas

October 24, 2016

Adjustable Pipe Stands Designed For A Crude Oil Terminal In Texas

Type: Adjustable Pipe Stands / Saddles
Design: 3″ to 25″ Dia. | +/-2″ Adjustment
Material: Carbon Steel with a HDG Finish
Function: Allow adjustment after expansion and contraction

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. designed and fabricated fifty-seven adjustable pipe stands for a Crude Oil Terminal in Texas. All the supports are fabricated from carbon steel with a hot-dipped galvanized finish. They are designed for 3″ to 25″ diameter pipelines with +/- 2″ of adjustment. Each base plate has been pre-drilled to accept anchor bolts provided at the site. The function of the pipe stand is to allow for adjustment of the support after expansion or contraction of the pipeline.

Heavy Duty Pipe Saddles Designed for an Ethane Cracker

October 11, 2016

Heavy Duty Pipe Saddles Designed For An Ethane Cracker

Type: Heavy Duty Pipe Saddles
Design: 60″ Dia. | 23-5/8″ Length | 5-18″ from BOP
Material: Carbon Steel with a HDG Finish
Testing: Visual | Sample Pipe | Dimensional

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. designed and manufactured these heavy duty pipe saddles for the Ethylene Plant Project in Texas. The saddles are fabricated from A36 carbon steel with a hot-dipped galvanized finish and designed to support pipes up to 60″ in diameter. They measure 23-5/8″ in length and 5-1/8″ from BOP. Standard Q.C., visual inspection with a sample pipe and dimensional tests were performed prior to shipment.

Cold Insulated Pipe Saddles with Slide Plates Designed for an Ethane Cracker at a Plant in Texas

August 29, 2016

Cold Insulated Pipe Saddles With Slide Plates Designed For An Ethane Cracker At A Plant In Texas

PT&P designed cold insulated pipe saddles with PTFE slide plates to provide sliding and guiding support for horizontal piping leading to an ethane cracker at a plant in Texas. The project fulfilled an emergency request when the client realized the product was missing at time of installation. The pipe saddles are fabricated from carbon steel with a hot-dipped galvanized finish for pipe sizes ranging from 3″ to 56″. They have a diameter of 40″, height of 23-5/8″, width of 42-1/2″ and 11-7/8″ BOP. Visual inspection and dimensional checks using a section of pipe were completed prior to shipment.

30" Dia. Adjustable Pipe Saddle Supports Designed for an Oil Refinery

March 10, 2013

30&Quot; Dia. Adjustable Pipe Saddle Supports Designed For An Oil Refinery

These custom adjustable pipe saddle supports were designed for an oil refinery in Michigan. They will support 24″ and 30″ diameter pipes and range in height from 40″ to 42″. The pipe saddles can be vertically adjusted by turning the middle section of the seamless pipe and the base plates have been pre-drilled to accept anchor bolts. They are fabricated from carbon steel with a red oxide finish to protect against corrosion and were shipped within two weeks.

Adjustable Pipe Saddle Supports Designed for 12" to 14" Dia. Pipe Sizes

December 31, 2012

Adjustable Pipe Saddle Supports Designed For 12&Quot; To 14&Quot; Dia. Pipe Sizes

These Fig. 46 adjustable pipe saddle supports are designed for pipe sizes 12” to 14” diameter for an oil refinery. They are fabricated from carbon steel and are capable of supporting up to a 4,920 lb. load. A total of twelve supports were fabricated, quality inspected and tested prior to shipment.

36 Custom Designed Pipe Saddles for a Power Plant

September 4, 2012

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Thirty-six custom designed pipe saddles were created for a power plant in Mississippi. These 20″ W x 72″ L x 30″ H saddles were made with carbon steel with PTFE slide plates. These pipe saddles were designed to support a load of 55,000 lb. and will be applied to fluid bed duct supports.

Clamp-On Pipe Shoe Assemblies Were Custom Designed For A Gold Mine Project

April 30, 2012

Clamp-On Pipe Shoe Assemblies Were Custom Designed For A Gold Mine Project

These fabricated clamp-on pipe shoe assemblies were custom designed for a gold mine project in the Dominican Republic. They are composed of a clamp-on pipe shoe subassembly combined with a carbon steel pipe extension. A total of nineteen pipe shoes were fabricated for 3″, 4″ and 6″ diameter pipes. The extensions were designed at various heights to position the pipe line at the correct elevation for a sloping line. When a design includes a closed off section, PT&P’s standard is to incorporated vent holes in order to prevent moisture build-up. They are painted with a two-coat paint system to protect against corrosion and include stainless steel tags to easily identify the product code.

78 Heavy Duty Pipe Saddles for Insulated Ductile Iron Pipelines

February 25, 2009
78 Heavy Duty Pipe Saddles For Insulated Ductile Iron Pipelines
78 Heavy Duty Pipe Saddles for Insulated Ductile Iron Pipelines
78 Heavy Duty Pipe Saddles For Insulated Ductile Iron Pipelines
Side View of Pipe Saddles

PT&P custom designed seventy-eight figure 2000 heavy duty pipe saddles for two 24″ insulated ductile iron pipelines. The two pipelines are routed beneath a 650′ bridge crossing over a river in upper New York State. The insulation is 3″ thick with high density polyethylene jacketing. Axial movements due to expansion can approach 3″. In order for the jacketing to avoid being damaged when displacements occur, the saddles have been lined with polished stainless steel.

Would you like to order similar pipe saddles for your current or future job? Get pricing!

60" Adjustable Pipe Stands for an LNG Plant

November 7, 2007

60&Quot; Adjustable Pipe Stands For An Lng Plant
60″ Adjustable Pipe Stands for an LNG Plant

The stands were completed with a hot-dipped galvanize finish. They were also designed with a neoprene lining in the saddle to prevent metal to metal contact in the field. The function of the pipe stand is to allow for adjustment of the support after expansion or contraction of the pipeline. The simplicity of the design allows for easy installation and maintenance of the support.

Do you see a need for adjustable pipe stands in your current or upcoming project? Get pricing today!
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Pipe Saddles for a Process Plant in Nebraska

April 11, 2007
Pipe Saddles For A Process Plant In Nebraska
Pipe Saddles for a Process Plant in Nebraska

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. designed and fabricated pipe saddles for 42″ pipe size. The maximum vertical load is 27,649 lb., axial load is 5,500 lb. and lateral load is 6,040 lb.

Do you see a need for pipe saddles like the one described above? Get pricing today!
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Pipe Saddles for a Refinery in Chad

November 27, 2002
Pipe Saddles For A Refinery In Chad
Pipe Saddles for a Refinery in Chad

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. designed and manufactured these saddles for a power plant in Chad.

The saddles are comprised of bolt clamps, structural steel and vinyl pipe shields.  They were built for bare pipes ranging in size from 2 24 and can accommodate temperatures from 29 degrees C. to 538 degrees C.

Do you see a need for pipe saddles in your plant or refinery? Let us price them for you today!


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Various Sized Saddles for a Power Project

September 6, 2002
Various Sized Saddles For A Power Project
Various Sized Saddles for a Power Project

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. designed and manufactured saddles for a power project in California.

The saddles were built for 12″, 24″ and 30″ pipe and the loads varied from 1,500 pounds to a maximum design load of 20,000 pounds. The saddle and its components will hang from a beam in the field by spring hangers to complete what is known as a “trapeze” pipe hanger assembly. In order to prevent movement, the supported pipes will be secured to the curved portion of the saddle with u-bolts.

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