Fixed support

A fixed support restricts selected pipe movements at a defined point according to design and differs from a sliding support. Restraint directions must come from piping analysis, and the term is not automatically synonymous with anchor.

Application and duty

Maintaining pipe position at a restrained point

TECHNICAL REFERENCE

Selection summary

Weight support, movement guidance and load transfer from piping to structure

Loads, thermal movement, friction, insulation and corrosion under support must be reflected in selection and installation details.

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