Comprehensive range of structural support systems designed for heavy load-bearing, seismic restraint, and modular equipment framing across industrial applications.
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| Structural Support Type / Application | Design Characteristics & Load Capacity | Key Applicable Standards & Specifications |
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| STEEL BEAM & CHANNEL SUPPORTS (Main Structural Framing) |
Design: Primary load-bearing members, Various profiles (I-beams, C-channels), Custom fabrication Applications: Pipe racks, supporting multiple lines, heavy loads Materials: A36 steel, A992, galvanized or painted Span Capacity: Up to 20+ meters |
Structural Standards:
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| PIPE RACKS & TRESTLES (Multiple Pipe Support Systems) |
Design: Multi-level structures, Integrated walkways, Maintenance access, Modular or custom, with expansion loops Applications: Industrial plants, refineries, power plants, outdoor piping Load Consideration: Pipe + content + insulation + snow/wind |
Design Standards:
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| CONCRETE PIERS & PEDESTALS (Fixed Foundation Supports) |
Design: Concrete foundations, Embedded steel inserts, Ground-supported, Reinforced concrete, seismic detailing Applications: Heavy equipment supports, vertical vessel supports, anchor points Load Transfer: To soil/rock foundation |
Concrete Standards:
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| CANTILEVER SUPPORTS (Wall/Column Mounted) |
Types: Wall-mounted brackets, Column clamps, Space-saving design, Simple cantilever, braced cantilever, knee-braced Applications: Building interiors, limited space, small pipe runs Load Limits: Dependent on wall/column capacity |
Attachment Standards:
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| SKID STRUCTURES (Modular Equipment Supports) |
Design: Integrated pipe/equipment supports, Transportable modules, Pre-assembled, Transport loads, installation loads, operational loads Applications: Packaged systems, modular plants, equipment skids Features: Lifting lugs, transport braces |
Skid Design Standards:
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| SEISMIC RESTRAINT FRAMES (Earthquake Resistant) |
Design: Braced frames, Moment frames, Seismic detailing Applications: Seismic zones, critical piping, essential facilities Design Codes: IBC, ASCE 7, OSHPD (California) Testing: Shake table testing per AC156 |
Seismic Standards:
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| TRAVERSE BEAM SYSTEMS (Suspended Ceiling Supports) |
Types: Ceiling-mounted grid systems, Adjustable hangers, Integrated with building structure, Unistrut-type, proprietary grid systems Applications: Commercial buildings, hospitals, cleanrooms, suspended piping Load Distribution: Even load transfer to building structure |
Ceiling Standards:
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| MODULAR SUPPORT SYSTEMS (Pre-engineered Framing) |
Systems: Standard components, Bolt-together design, Adjustable, Unistrut, Kindorf, B-Line, proprietary systems Applications: MEP coordination, data centers, laboratory piping Benefits: Quick installation, flexibility, reusability |
System Standards:
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| COMPOSITE STRUCTURAL SUPPORTS (Non-metallic/Chemical Resistant) |
Design: FRP/GRP structures, Corrosion-resistant, Non-conductive, Similar to steel but different modulus Applications: Chemical plants, water treatment, corrosive environments Materials: Fiberglass reinforced plastic, vinyl ester resins |
Composite Standards:
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| EXPANSION LOOP SUPPORTS (Thermal Movement Accommodation) |
Design: Guided cantilevers, Spring hangers, Anchor points, Guided movement, prevent buckling Applications: High temperature piping, long straight runs Analysis: Stress analysis required |
Expansion Standards:
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| VESSEL & TANK SUPPORTS (Equipment Structural Support) |
Design: Skirt supports, Leg supports, Saddle supports, Local stress analysis, thermal growth Applications: Pressure vessels, storage tanks, reactors Codes: ASME Section VIII for pressure vessels |
Vessel Standards:
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| BRIDGE & TUNNEL SUPPORTS (Transportation Infrastructure) |
Applications: Pipeline crossings, utility tunnels, bridge attachments Special Considerations: Bridge-mounted supports, Tunnel hangers, Vibration isolation, Dynamic loads, thermal movement with bridge Codes: AASHTO, Department of Transportation |
Bridge Standards:
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