FAQs – Pipe Shields, Inc. https://pipeshields.com Pipe Shields Inc. manufactures pre-insulated pipe supports, slides, guides and anchors and is a subsidiary of Piping Technology and Products, Inc. Tue, 21 Dec 2021 01:43:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://pipeshields.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pipe-shields-logo.png FAQs – Pipe Shields, Inc. https://pipeshields.com 32 32 FAQ Category: Owner/Operator Questions https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/owner-operator-questions-faq/ Thu, 16 Dec 2021 21:57:08 +0000 https://newwebsite.pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=21310 The post FAQ Category: Owner/Operator Questions appeared first on Pipe Shields, Inc..

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]]> Why should I use insulated pipe supports? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/why-should-i-use-insulated-pipe-supports/ Mon, 28 Jul 2014 19:17:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/regarding-resilient-support-what-do-resilient-springs-provide/ The insulated pipe support can save you money on your bid and on the job. On commercial and light industrial ...Continue Reading

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]]> How do I know which models to use? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/how-do-i-know-which-models-to-use/ Mon, 28 Jul 2014 14:15:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/regarding-resilient-support-what-does-constant-effort-provide/ The catalog is arranged to simplify the selection process. To obtain the most benefit from the catalog, familiarize yourself with ...Continue Reading

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]]> Why does the same model commercial support (example A3000) have three different load ratings? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/why-does-the-same-model-commercial-support-example-a3000-have-three-different-load-ratings/ Fri, 16 May 2014 17:01:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/what-happens-when-the-a-piping-load-is-more-than-the-constant-spring-load/ When this cylindrical shaped support is mounted on a flat surface, its load carrying capability is limited because there is ...Continue Reading

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]]> How long does it take to install an insulated pipe support? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/how-long-does-it-take-to-install-an-insulated-pipe-support/ Fri, 16 May 2014 16:27:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/what-if-the-temperature-used-for-designing-the-spring-support-has-changed-in-the-operation-is-there-a-way-to-change-the-spring-hanger-without-getting-a-new-one/ This depends upon the size and model considered. The popular commercial and light industrial supports up through 8” pipe size ...Continue Reading

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]]> Why can’t I just specify pipe supports the “old way”? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/why-cant-i-just-specify-pipe-supports-the-old-way/ Fri, 25 Nov 2011 09:22:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/where-will-the-hold-down-supports-be-used/ Weld-on supports represent heat sink conditions with resulting energy loss. Expensive like materials, welding and inspection procedures are often required ...Continue Reading

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]]> Why are there so many models of insulated pipe supports? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/why-are-there-so-many-models-of-insulated-pipe-supports/ Thu, 03 Nov 2011 13:18:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/how-do-you-predict-the-piping-system-movement-if-i-fail-to-get-the-correct-travel-and-direction-will-i-end-up-damaging-the-snubber/ The load rating of each support is often dependent upon how the support is mounted (flat surface, roller, clevis hanger). ...Continue Reading

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]]> Can heat trace lines be accommodated? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/can-heat-trace-lines-be-accommodated/ Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:13:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/how-do-i-anchor-a-pipe-to-exterior-brick/ Pipe Shields, Inc. has supplied many insulated pipe supports, each with one or more grooves to handle heat traces. Advise ...Continue Reading

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]]> My design requirements are special and I do not find exactly what I want in your catalog. Why don’t I design a pipe support for myself? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/my-design-requirements-are-special-and-i-do-not-find-exactly-what-i-want-in-your-catalog-why-dont-i-design-a-pipe-support-for-myself/ Wed, 23 Feb 2011 17:10:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/how-do-i-clamp-a-pipe-to-a-wall/ Pipe Shields, Inc. has developed a “standard concept” for its family of insulated pipe supports. Utilizing that concept, we have ...Continue Reading

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]]> Why can’t I add Pipe Shields, Inc.’s name to a list of methods and/or vendors currently in our specifications? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/why-cant-i-add-pipe-shields-incs-name-to-a-list-of-methods-and-or-vendors-currently-in-our-specifications/ Thu, 10 Feb 2011 11:01:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/how-does-one-mount-a-pipe-to-the-floor/ To control the quality of pipe supports on the project, it is necessary to avoid the ambiguity present in many ...Continue Reading

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]]> What is the primary reason why I should consider insulated pipe supports in my building/plant? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/what-is-the-primary-reason-why-i-should-consider-insulated-pipe-support-in-my-building-plant/ Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:46:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/how-does-a-toroidal-expansion-joint-work/ Insulated pipe supports are energy conservation devices and continue to pay for themselves over the full life of the building/plant. ...Continue Reading

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]]> Are there any other reasons why I should consider insulated pipe supports? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/are-there-any-other-reasons-why-i-should-consider-insulated-pipe-supports/ Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:10:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/how-many-expansion-joints-should-be-used-in-a-pipe/ Insulated pipe supports also provide reduction in noise and vibration. Insulated pipe supports on hot lines provide for personnel comfort ...Continue Reading

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]]> How can I make certain that insulated pipe supports will be used in my facility? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/how-can-i-make-certain-that-insulated-pipe-supports-will-be-used-in-my-facility/ Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:08:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/where-do-we-use-expansion-joints-in-piping/ Whether you have an in-house engineering capability or sub-contract the engineering effort to an outside firm, you should make clear ...Continue Reading

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]]> Is there any reason to consider insulated pipe supports on chilled water lines? https://pipeshields.com/resources/faqs/is-there-any-reason-to-consider-insulated-pipe-supports-on-chilled-water-lines/ Wed, 01 Dec 2010 10:07:00 +0000 http://beta.pipingtech.com/uncategorized/how-do-you-service-test-an-expansion-joint/ Old-style sheet metal insulation “protection” shields, when used with today’s low density fiberglass insulation, often damages the very insulation and ...Continue Reading

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