Category: Piping Resources

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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Corroded steel reinforcement pad around a branch connection on a process pipe, showing rust and pitting at the weld line.

Reinforcement Pad Corrosion: Why Repads Fail and How to Design Them to Last

Reinforcement pads (“repads”) are installed to make branch connections and nozzles stronger—but in the real world they often become some of the worst corrosion hot spots on the line. Tight crevices, difficult coating transitions, wet insulation, and galvanic couples can turn a repad into a prime location for CUI and…
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Assorted RedLineIPS non-metallic pipe shoes, clamps, liners, and pads for industrial piping systems

Vibration & Noise Control in Industrial Piping: RedLineIPS Solutions

Vibration and noise control in industrial piping systems is not just a comfort issue—it is a reliability and safety requirement. In refineries, chemical plants, power plants, and midstream facilities, uncontrolled piping vibration can crack welds, loosen supports, damage equipment, and shorten coating and gasket life. This RedLineIPS guide explains how…
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Lineup of eight RedLineIPS red adjustable pipe supports from Cogbill Construction, showing different tops including saddles, U-bolt clamps, wear-pad cradles, heavy pipe clamps, and an elbow stand for refinery and petrochemical piping.

Engineering Design Principles for Adjustable Pipe Supports

Adjustable pipe supports are a small component with an outsized impact on piping reliability. In refineries, chemical plants, power stations, and offshore platforms, the right adjustable support keeps lines on grade, controls load paths, and protects flanges and equipment from hidden stress. This article explains the engineering design principles behind…
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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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Industrial pipe reducers from RedLineIPS including eccentric and concentric types for managing pipe diameter transitions

Pipe Reducers: A Technical Overview

Pipe reducers play a vital role in industrial piping systems, helping regulate flow, pressure, and the transition between different pipe sizes. Essential to industries like oil and gas, petrochemical, and power generation, reducers ensure efficiency and reliability in fluid dynamics. In this article, we cover the types, functions, and manufacturing…
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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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