Technical Bulletins – 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. Mon, 10 Oct 2022 18:41:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://pipeshields.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pipe-shields-logo.png Technical Bulletins – Pipe Shields, Inc. https://pipeshields.com 32 32 Cryoshoes Support Specifications https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/cryoshoes-support-specifications/ Thu, 19 Aug 2021 03:15:19 +0000 https://newwebsite.pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=19536 Scope This specification covers the requirements for the design, fabrication and use of our pre-insulated low temperature pipe supports. These ...Continue Reading

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]]> Hot Pipe Shoe Support Specifications https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/hot-pipe-shoe-support-specifications/ Thu, 19 Aug 2021 03:14:07 +0000 https://newwebsite.pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=19533 Scope This specification covers the requirements for the design, fabrication and use of our pre-insulated low temperature pipe supports. These ...Continue Reading

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]]> Foamglas https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/foamglas/ Thu, 19 Aug 2021 02:58:14 +0000 https://newwebsite.pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=19516 Foamglas® Technical Information Foamglas® insulation is a lightweight, rigid insulation composed of millions of completely sealed glass cells. Each cell ...Continue Reading

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]]> Laminated Beechwood https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/laminated-beechwood/ Thu, 19 Aug 2021 02:53:35 +0000 https://newwebsite.pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=19509 Permali®/Insulam®/Laminated Beechwood Technical Information Laminated Beechwood Technical Information Permali® or Insulam® is an insulating material used in applications which require ...Continue Reading

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]]> Polyurethane https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/polyurethane/ Thu, 19 Aug 2021 02:51:59 +0000 https://newwebsite.pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=19507 Polyurethane Technical Information   Polyurethane foam is one of the major components of pre-insulated pipe supports manufactured at Piping Technology ...Continue Reading

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]]> Calcium Silicate https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/calcium-silicate/ Thu, 19 Aug 2021 02:50:07 +0000 https://newwebsite.pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=19505 Calcium Silicate Technical Information Calcium Silicate often serves as the insulation for pipe supports in high temperature applications. Calcium Silicate ...Continue Reading

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]]> Materials and Temperatures https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/materials-and-temperatures/ Thu, 19 Aug 2021 02:47:55 +0000 https://newwebsite.pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=19503 Insulated Supports: Temperature, Dimensional, and Material Variances Temperature Ranges Pipe Shields Inc. strongly recommends the following temperature ranges for our ...Continue Reading

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]]> Why PT&P Spring Supports https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/why-ptp-spring-supports/ Tue, 17 Sep 2019 15:43:13 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=15365 PT&P is setup to offer our customers the absolute best value in Spring Supports.  The following are key factors that ...Continue Reading

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]]> Customization Addendum for Spring Supports (PT&P’s Pipe Supports Catalog) https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/customization-addendum-for-spring-supports-ptps-pipe-supports-catalog/ Wed, 03 Jul 2019 18:17:50 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=15126 View PDF Version CUSTOMIZATION: Spring Supports Unparalleled Customization from Unmatched Manufacturing Capabilities Producing the broadest set of customization options with ...Continue Reading

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]]> Benefits of G10 Micarta® for Insulation https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/benefits-of-g10-micarta-benefits-for-insulation/ Tue, 02 Jul 2019 23:42:31 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=15098 Download PDF Pipe Clamps G10 Micarta® can be very cost-effective insulation as compared to Polyurethane foam (PUF), especially for medium ...Continue Reading

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]]> Preventative Maintenance Best Practices: Replace Spring Support Audits with Pipe Stress Audits https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/preventative-maintenance-best-practices/ Tue, 04 Jun 2019 15:26:01 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=15050   Piping Technology and Products has a unique perspective on best practices in preventative maintenance. PT&P has a database built ...Continue Reading

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]]> PT&P Mass Customized Manufacturing https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/ptp-mass-customized-manufacturing/ Wed, 08 May 2019 15:28:28 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=15003 PT&P’s Mass Customized Manufacturing – How to Make an Elephant Dance Examples of Mass Customization include: Amazon Web Services – ...Continue Reading

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]]> Precision CAESAR Stress Audit Using Laser Scanning https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/precision-caesar-stress-audit-using-laser-scanning/ Mon, 04 Mar 2019 16:34:11 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=14381 View the PDF version One common issue we see across our 1,000+ audits of operating plants is that mid and ...Continue Reading

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]]> Thermoplastic Isolator (TPI) – Technical Information https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/thermoplastic-isolator-tpi-technical-information/ Thu, 28 Feb 2019 17:36:16 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=14309 View the PDF Version What is Thermoplastic Isolator (TPI)? Thermoplastic isolators provide optimum support and eliminate pipe contact with the ...Continue Reading

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]]> Paint VS Hot-Dipped Galvanize https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/paint-vs-hot-dipped-galvanize/ Wed, 13 Feb 2019 02:04:41 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=14157 Download PDF Hot-Dip Galvanizing (Substance) VS Powder Coat or Paint (Style) One of the most surprising issues PT&P has run into ...Continue Reading

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]]> Insulated Shoe Designs https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/insulated-shoe-designs/ Mon, 09 Apr 2018 15:18:02 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=12044 Download PDF Fig. 4500 – HOT SHOE DESIGN (MARINITE®️/CALCIUM SILICATE) Fig. 4600 – COLD SHOE DESIGN (POLYURETHANE) Fig. 4700 – ...Continue Reading

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]]> Engineered Spring Supports General Information https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/engineered-spring-supports-general-information/ Mon, 02 Apr 2018 19:02:31 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=12019 Download PDF Piping Technology & Products, Inc. is a manufacturer and fabricator of all types of pipe supports. This section ...Continue Reading

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]]> Slide Bearing Plates – Selection Chart https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/slide-bearing-plate-selection-chart/ Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:38:39 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=12004 Download Slide Plates General Information Slide bearing plates are a very cost-effective way of providing for movement of mechanical systems. ...Continue Reading

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]]> Support Assembly Components https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/support-assembly-components-2/ Wed, 07 Feb 2018 16:14:26 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11616 Piping Technology & Products, Inc. maintains an extensive inventory of components required for pipe hanger and support assemblies. Most of ...Continue Reading

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]]> Nominal Insulation Table (Size vs. Actual) https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/nominal-insulation-table-size-vs-actual/ Tue, 06 Feb 2018 21:05:35 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11604 The post Nominal Insulation Table (Size vs. Actual) appeared first on Pipe Shields, Inc..

]]> Instrument Supports – Welded and Adjustable Components https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/instrument-supports-welded-adjustable-components/ Mon, 05 Feb 2018 23:03:46 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11579 PT&P offers a complete line of adjustable instrument support components which, when combined, will create various configurations to your exact ...Continue Reading

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]]> Marinite® Technical Information https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/marinite-technical-information/ Fri, 02 Feb 2018 19:18:00 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11567 Marinite can be used as the insulating material in hot piping supports. The most widely known grade for Marinite is ...Continue Reading

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]]> Firetemp® Technical Information https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/firetemp-technical-information/ Fri, 02 Feb 2018 19:15:57 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11566 Firetemp®, usually known as Super Firetemp®, is widely used as insulation for hot piping supports. It is an inorganic incombustible ...Continue Reading

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]]> Foamglas® Technical Information https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/foamglas-technical-information/ Fri, 02 Feb 2018 19:12:34 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11565 Foamglas® insulation is a lightweight, rigid insulation composed of millions of completely sealed glass cells. Each cell serves as an ...Continue Reading

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]]> Calcium Silicate Technical Information https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/calcium-silicate-technical-information/ Fri, 02 Feb 2018 19:09:55 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11564 Calcium Silicate often serves as the insulation for pipe supports in high-temperature applications. Calcium Silicate is also known as Thermo-12/Blue. ...Continue Reading

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]]> Polyurethane Foam (PUF) Technical Information https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/polyurethane-foam-puf-technical-information/ Fri, 02 Feb 2018 19:06:41 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11563 Polyurethane foam is one of the major components of pre-insulated pipe supports manufactured at Piping Technology & Products. Polyurethane is ...Continue Reading

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]]> Laminated Beechwood Technical Information https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/laminated-beechwood-technical-information/ Fri, 02 Feb 2018 18:51:12 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11562 Laminated Beechwood Technical Information Permali® or Insulam® is an insulating material used in applications which require high tensile and compressive ...Continue Reading

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]]> Insulation Layering https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/insulation-layering/ Fri, 02 Feb 2018 18:45:44 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=11560 At Piping Technology and Products, we recommend multiple layers for cold shoe supports that have a total insulation thickness of ...Continue Reading

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]]> Basics of Inspection and Maintenance https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/basics-inspection-maintenance/ Fri, 01 Dec 2017 17:25:50 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=10848 Download PDF Piping designers specify supports for piping systems based on the design conditions specified prior to construction. During construction ...Continue Reading

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]]> Importance of a Plant Walk Down https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/importance-plant-walk/ Tue, 17 Oct 2017 09:38:29 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=8754 By Amit Patil January 28, 2011 It is important to make sure that all pipe supports are properly installed and ...Continue Reading

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]]> Safety Alert for Installation of Spring Supports https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/safety-alert-installation-spring-supports/ Tue, 10 Oct 2017 08:07:06 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=7230 Download PDF PT&P received an emergency phone call from a petrochemical plant in the Persian Gulf. There was a ½” ...Continue Reading

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]]> Marinite Slide Plates https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/marinite-slide-plates-2/ Tue, 10 Oct 2017 03:47:20 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=7001 Download PDF Marinite Slide Bearing Plates Piping Technology & Product’s marinite slide bearing plates are rectangular slide-plate assemblies consisting of a marinite ...Continue Reading

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]]> Slide Plate Applications https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/slide-plate-applications/ Tue, 10 Oct 2017 01:47:16 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=6940 By Jerry Godina January 26, 2011 Slide plates are designed to provide a low coefficient of friction between stationary structures ...Continue Reading

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]]> History of Insulated Pipe Supports https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/history-insulated-pipe-supports/ Mon, 09 Oct 2017 23:50:50 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=6910 By David Smith December 17, 2010 In many chemical plants, refineries and LNG facilities, there are processes where the “product” inside ...Continue Reading

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]]> Cryogenic Application Testing https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/cryogenic-application-testing/ Mon, 09 Oct 2017 23:49:34 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=6909 Download PDF Objective Test Results of the formation of ice on an uninsulated pipe carrying liquid nitrogen Test Facility A ...Continue Reading

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]]> Polyurethane Components for Pipe Supports https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/polyurethane-components-pipe-supports/ Mon, 09 Oct 2017 23:46:27 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=6907 Download PDF Polyurethanes are different from most plastic materials in that they can be tailored to meet the requirements of ...Continue Reading

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]]> Stresses in Clamp and Saddle https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/stresses-clamp-saddle/ Mon, 09 Oct 2017 21:37:58 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=6878 Vibrations produced by rotating machinery are very common for industrial piping systems. Bracing devices can be used to cope with ...Continue Reading

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]]> Corrosion Protection https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/corrosion-protection/ Mon, 09 Oct 2017 17:57:57 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=6686 Corrosion protection This technical bulletin will consider four methods of protecting carbon steel pipe supports components from corrosion; painting, zinc ...Continue Reading

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]]> Suitability of Snubbers for Various Applications https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/suitability-snubbers-various-applications/ Mon, 09 Oct 2017 11:36:15 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=6543 By Dr. Hyder Husain Ph.D. March 9, 2011 Snubbers are used as restraining devices to control abnormal movement of pipes ...Continue Reading

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]]> Vibration in a Piping System https://pipeshields.com/resources/technical-bulletins/vibration-piping-system/ Mon, 09 Oct 2017 11:28:02 +0000 https://pipingtech.com/?post_type=resource&p=6541 By Dr. Hyder Husain Ph.D. January 6, 2011 Cause of Vibration All piping systems typically used in industrial application are made ...Continue Reading

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