Pipe Support Engineering: Reliable & Durable Solutions

For decades, Mechansys has been advising and implementing the best practices of piping engineering. Our expertise covers not just pipe design and pipe stress analysis but also strong and reliable pipe support systems. Although pipe support may seem like an add-on, it follows strict engineering practices that ensure structural integrity, safety, and functionality of pipelines.

Why Pipe Support Matters

Our experts at Mechansys, with 25+ years of experience, provide the right direction in selection, design, and installation of pipe supports. With proven designs, we have helped industries:

• Minimise pipe stress

• Allow controlled thermal expansion

• Prevent costly installation failures

We have delivered solutions across oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, and manufacturing industries.

Common Pipe Support Challenges

Engineers often face issues such as:

• Excessive vibrations

• Corrosion and degradation

• Thermal expansion problems

• Support misalignment

• Overloading

These challenges have caused serious failures in the past. Therefore, we focus on detailed planning before design.

Our Pipe Support Design Approach

Before we create a pipe support design, we carefully evaluate:

• Load calculations: Weight of pipe, fluid, insulation, and fittings

• Types of supports:

  • Rigid supports: Anchors, guides, shoes, clamps

  • Spring/flexible supports: Variable and constant spring hangers

  • Dynamic supports: Snubbers, shock absorbers, rollers, slides, elastomeric pads

• Thermal expansion & spacing: Based on pipe size and material

• Pipe stress analysis: To ensure compliance with international standards

• Fabrication & installation: Following welding standards to avoid misalignment

Our Commitment to Safety & Reliability

At Mechansys, we first understand system requirements, then apply engineering and industry best practices. This approach helps us reduce:

• Mechanical failure

• Operational inefficiencies

• Catastrophic accidents

With proper maintenance, our solutions ensure a safe, durable, and efficient piping network for decades.

Let’s connect to discuss how we can support your requirements to achieve a safe and efficient piping and pipe support design; click here.

You can also look at our implementation proofs in the form of pipe design case studies; click here.