Custom Supports
Design engineered pipe and equipment supports tailored to project-specific loads, movements, and installation constraints.
Service Overview
At Engineering Design Services, we specialize in the design of custom supports engineered to safely and efficiently carry mechanical, piping, and equipment loads. Our solutions are tailored to each application, ensuring structural integrity, proper load distribution, and seamless integration within complex systems.
From concept through fabrication, our team develops support systems that accommodate real-world operating conditions, including thermal expansion, vibration, and dynamic loading. Whether for new installations or modifications to existing infrastructure, we deliver designs that prioritize safety, reliability, and constructability.
Engineering Challenge We Solve
Improperly designed supports can lead to excessive stress, misalignment, and long-term system failure. Our custom support solutions address these challenges by:
Managing Load Distribution: Ensuring forces are properly transferred to prevent overstressing of connected systems.
Accommodating Thermal Movement: Designing for expansion, contraction, and displacement in piping and equipment.
Reducing Vibration & Fatigue: Minimizing dynamic effects that can lead to premature failure.
Improving System Stability: Providing secure and reliable support under varying operating conditions.
Ensuring Code Compliance: Meeting applicable structural and industry standards.
Core Capabilities
Our team delivers engineered support solutions for a wide range of applications:
Piping Supports: Rigid, spring, and dynamic supports designed for process and utility piping systems.
Equipment Supports: Structural framing and foundations for pumps, vessels, and rotating equipment.
Custom Fabricated Supports: Application-specific designs for unique or constrained environments.
Spring & Hanger Design: Proper sizing and selection for load variability and thermal movement.
Retrofit & Field Modifications: Upgrades and redesigns for existing or underperforming support systems.
Seismic & Wind Considerations: Supports designed to withstand environmental and external loading conditions.
Advanced Tools & Technical Expertise
We apply proven engineering methods and advanced tools to ensure precision and performance:
3D Modeling & Design: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and AutoCAD Plant 3D for detailed support layouts.
Stress Analysis Integration: Coordination with pipe stress analysis to ensure proper support placement and loading.
Finite Element Analysis (FEA): Validation of structural integrity under static and dynamic conditions.
Standards Compliance: Design in accordance with ASME, AISC, and other applicable codes.
Industries We Support
Our custom support solutions are used in industries where structural reliability is critical:
Petrochemicals: Pipe racks, process units, and critical infrastructure.
Sustainable Infrastructure: Hydrogen systems, carbon capture, and renewable energy facilities.
Industrial Manufacturing: Equipment supports and production system structures.
Aerospace: Precision-engineered supports for aerospace facilities and ground systems.
Themed Entertainment: Structural support systems for complex mechanical and facility infrastructure.
Deliverables
We provide detailed, build-ready documentation to ensure smooth installation and long-term performance:
Support Drawings: Fully dimensioned fabrication and installation details.
3D Models: Accurate representations for coordination and constructability.
Load Calculations: Verified engineering analysis for structural integrity.
Material Specifications: Clear guidance for fabrication and procurement.
Bill of Materials (BOM): Complete listings for efficient production.
Mechanical & Piping Engineering Experience
Engineering Design Services supports industrial facilities and infrastructure projects requiring practical, code-compliant, and performance-driven mechanical and piping engineering solutions. Our experience includes facility modifications, piping systems, equipment integration, utility infrastructure, and operational support across a wide range of industrial environments.
Pressure Vessel Design
Petrochemicals
Engineering support was provided for a large-scale LPG fractionation facility in South Texas, including the design of bullet tanks exceeding 150 feet in length.
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore common questions related to industrial 3D modeling, engineering workflows, facility modifications, operational reliability, and multidisciplinary coordination.