Category: Non-Metallic Piping Products

SmartPad installed on an above-ground pipe resting on a steel beam, secured with two composite straps and a visible gasket edge along the saddle

The Best Solution to Protect Pipes Against External Corrosion

Corrosion Under Pipe Supports (CUPS) is one of the most common external corrosion problems because water, crevices, and coating damage concentrate at pipe supports and are hard to inspect. This article compares welded wear pads, plastic rods, liners, and epoxy-bonded FRP pads, then explains why the SmartPad System offers a…
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Aerial view of an FPSO (Floating Production, Storage and Offloading) vessel with callouts for flare, holding tanks, processing plant, helipad, and living quarters at sea.

Suitability of the SmartPad System for FPSO and Offshore Platforms

Offshore platforms and FPSOs push pipe supports to their limits—constant wetting, tight crevices, and micro-movement drive Corrosion Under Pipe Supports (CUPS), vibration, and fatigue. This article explains why those conditions form and shows how the RedLineIPS SmartPad System from Cogbill Construction—a contoured FRP saddle with a bonded closed-cell Hydroseal gasket…
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Corroded welded pipe support showing rust and moisture damage under U-bolts

Non-Welded Pipe Supports: Preventing Corrosion, Stress & Thermal Damage

In high-risk industries such as petrochemical processing, oil and gas, and chemical manufacturing, piping systems are subject to high thermal loads, corrosive exposure, and severe dynamic operating conditions. Traditional welded pipe supports rigidly fix the pipe to structural members, often preventing natural axial movement caused by thermal expansion or contraction.…
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3D rendering of a Clambrace pipe support clamp assembly mounted on a steel I-beam flange.

Clambrace – A Revolution in Pipe Support Systems

Pipe supports are critical for industrial systems, ensuring stability, safety, and longevity. They manage thermal expansion, reduce vibration, and prevent damage, enhancing operational efficiency. Proper support selection and installation are vital for handling pipe weight, movement, and environmental factors. Explore how well-designed pipe supports improve reliability and safety in industrial…
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Clambrace Installed on a Beam

Clambrace Taps Cogbill as Exclusive North American Distributor

Cogbill, under its RedLineIPS brand name, a leader in advanced piping solutions, is proud to announce its exclusive partnership with Clambrace, Belgium, the innovative clamped pipe guide system. RedLineIPS is now the sole distributor of Clambrace products across North America, bringing this game-changing technology to industrial facilities in the United…
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A collection of industrial pipe supports in red, white, and blue, including clamps, adjustable bases, and pipe elbows, displayed on a black background.

The Importance of Pipe Supports

Pipe supports are critical for industrial systems, ensuring stability, safety, and longevity. They manage thermal expansion, reduce vibration, and prevent damage, enhancing operational efficiency. Proper support selection and installation are vital for handling pipe weight, movement, and environmental factors. Explore how well-designed pipe supports improve reliability and safety in industrial…
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Corroded industrial pipe with rust damage in a refinery setting.

Non-Metallic Corrosion Prevention

In corrosive environments, such as chemical plants and refineries, leaks in industrial piping systems are a significant concern. This article explores the challenges of traditional metallic supports and highlights composite solutions, like those from RedLineIPS, which resist corrosion and extend the lifespan of pipelines. Learn how composite supports and non-metallic…
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