Proper water transportation is needed for our daily activities such as brushing, washing, bathing, drinking, etc. All these lines require a proper supply of water which can then be transported to our home appliances. However, apart from daily use, water is also required for fire protection appliances like water sprinklers, hydrants, etc. Firewater lines are crucial for the safety of the building, and to maintain the proper flow of water to fire protection systems, the pipes need to be in proper working condition. There are two main types of accessories that can keep the pipes in a proper working order, valves and pipe supports. Today we will be looking at pipe supports.

There are three main types of pipe supports, the hangers, the clamps, and the channel support systems. The clamps are a device that is used to support suspended pipes. Pipe clamps can be defined as bolted round or semi-circular pipe fittings that fasten around a pipe and connect the pipe to other mounting components for proper support. Pipe clamps transfer loads from the pipe system to the structure. Hangers are used to carry the full weight of the pipes. Hangers are used to suspend pipes from vertical spaces, allowing them to pass through more convenient spaces.

Channel support systems are especially helpful for the installation of water sprinklers since they are usually attached to the ceilings, and their pipes need to be concealed. Contractors will use channel supports for sprinkler pipes in order to manage the pipes better and to avoid excessive drilling of holes which would make the room less aesthetic. The pipes are kept secured in the channels, inside the finished ceiling. The finished ceiling is usually made of soft sheet-rock or fiberglass tile to make them look aesthetically pleasing.

Without pipe supports to maintain the structural strength of the pipes, the whole system would collapse. This would cause a lot of water damage, as well as water loss. To avoid that, it is best to go with high-end suppliers who will only provide the most premium quality products. Dutco Tennant is the top supplier of piping supports, including hangers, clamps, and channel supports. We supply products in the Middle East and the GCC region. We have been in the industrial sector for over four decades and have become the most trusted supplier in this region. To know more about our pipe supports, contact us at info@dutcotennant.com