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Installation of FRP Bundles in the Pipe

84" Diameter Seawall Outfall Flow Regulating Device

Sweco Fab, Inc. recently designed and manufactured a 30,000 lb. Seawall Outfall Flow Regulating Device for a sea water outlet in Qatar. This 320 long flow conditioner is designed to allow water to flow through evenly. There are nineteen 16 FRP pipes inside an 84 diameter carbon steel pipe. The pipe bundle is secured within the 84 diameter shell pipe using spring washers, which keep the bundle tight and allows for differential expansion between the steel and FRP.

Installation of Flow Device On-Site

Flow Device in Use

 

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PTP-100 Type U

Constants for Operating Loads of up to 25,000 lbs

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. custom designed and fabricated PTP-100 type U and PTP-100 type A constants.  The PTP-100 type U constants are designed for operating loads of up to 17,000 lbs. and a travel range of 3.5". They are fabricated from A36 carbon steel with dimensions of 32"x48"x13". The PTP-100 type A constants are fabricated from the same material and measure 39"x42"x14". The type A constants are designed to support loads up to 25,000 lbs. and enable downward travel of up to 4". Standard load testing was performed to ensure product quality before shipping.

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14 1/2" diameter 225,000 lb. load Hydraulic Snubber

Piping Technology & Products, Inc. recently designed and manufactured a hydraulic snubber weighing 4000 pounds for an oil refinery in Mexico.  The snubber is fabricated from carbon steel with dimensions of 17 x 101. It supports a maximum load of 225,000 lbs. The purpose of the hydraulic snubber is to reduce shock loading created by events such as water hammer or an earthquake. To meet customer specifications, the hydraulic snubber was coated with a three-coat paint system.

Do you see a need for hydraulic snubbers in your piping system? Get a quote today!