Custom Pipe Supports
Design structural supports for piping systems to accommodate loads, movement, and environmental conditions.
Service Overview
At Engineering Design Services, our custom pipe supports services focus on the engineering, design, and detailing of support systems tailored to the specific needs of piping networks in industrial facilities. We take a practical, load-driven engineering approach to ensure piping systems are properly supported under operating, thermal, and dynamic conditions.
Our team works closely with piping, structural, and mechanical disciplines to develop support solutions that accommodate real-world field constraints, complex routing, and varying operating environments. From standard configurations to highly specialized support designs, we ensure each solution is engineered for safety, constructability, and long-term performance.
By combining structural analysis with piping system requirements, we deliver custom pipe support designs that reduce stress, improve reliability, and extend the life of piping systems. Whether for new installations or retrofits, our solutions are built to perform under demanding industrial conditions.
Engineering Challenge We Solve
Improperly supported piping systems can lead to excessive stress, vibration issues, fatigue failure, and costly downtime. Our approach addresses these challenges by:
Reducing Piping Stress: Designing supports that minimize stress from thermal expansion, weight, and movement.
Improving System Reliability: Preventing sagging, misalignment, and fatigue-related failures.
Managing Thermal Expansion: Accommodating movement without compromising system integrity.
Enhancing Safety: Ensuring stable, secure piping systems under all operating conditions.
Supporting Field Constraints: Designing around congested layouts and existing infrastructure limitations.
Core Capabilities
Our team provides comprehensive custom pipe support services across all project phases:
Custom Support Design: Engineering of unique support solutions for complex piping configurations.
Pipe Stress Consideration: Coordination with piping stress analysis results and requirements.
Standard & Non-Standard Supports: Design of shoes, guides, anchors, trunnions, and specialty supports.
Structural Integration: Connection design for steel, concrete, and existing structures.
Vibration Control Solutions: Support modifications to reduce vibration and dynamic movement.
Retrofit & Modification Support: Upgrades and redesigns for existing piping systems.
Advanced Tools & Technical Expertise
We apply proven engineering methods and industry standards to ensure reliable support designs:
Industry Standards: Compliance with ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, and applicable structural codes.
Engineering Analysis Tools: Use of structural and piping analysis software for load validation.
Cross-Discipline Coordination: Integration with piping, structural, mechanical, and construction teams.
Field-Informed Design: Consideration of installation feasibility and maintenance access.
Practical Execution Focus: Designs developed with fabrication and field installation in mind.
Industries We Support
Our Custom Pipe Support services support industries where piping reliability is critical to operations:
Petrochemicals: Refining units, chemical plants, and process piping systems.
Energy: Oil & gas production, LNG facilities, and power generation systems.
Sustainable Infrastructure: Hydrogen production, carbon capture, and renewable energy systems.
Industrial Manufacturing: Complex process and utility piping networks.
Themed Entertainment: Utility piping systems supporting large-scale facilities.
Aerospace: Specialized fluid and support systems in test and operational environments.
Deliverables
We provide clear, construction-ready outputs to support fabrication and installation:
Custom Pipe Support Drawings: Detailed fabrication and installation drawings.
Structural Calculations: Load analysis and support justification.
Support Location Plans: Integration into piping layout drawings.
3D Model Integration: Support coordination within project BIM environments.
Installation Details: Field-ready guidance for construction teams.
Retrofit Recommendations: Upgrade solutions for existing systems.
