A guide to pipe clamps
When you need to maneuver pipes and keep them safe, pipe clamps save the day. However, as invaluable as these pipe supports are, they aren’t well known. In this article, we dig into the best uses for pipe clamps and unveil how you can use these versatile supports to make your next project a breeze. What Is a Pipe Clamp? A pipe clamp is a metal pipe support that fits around a pipe. Pipe clamps consist of two separate half-circle shackles that wrap around your pipe. By tightening bolts, you can bind the two pieces together, snug up the pipe clamp, and secure piping. How Does a Pipe Clamp work? Essentially, pipe clamps wrap around pipes and keep them stable. For one, they stop pipes from smashing into other hard surfaces. They also help you lay out pipes in a way that’s safer and more productive. For instance, in oil and gas, cryogenic pipe systems, petrochemical plants, and other industries, it is important to prevent fires and keep pipes away from heavy traffic. Pipe ...