Corrosion, Stress, Wear and Thermal Concerns in Pipe Support
Corrosion, Stress, Wear and Thermal Concerns in Pipe Support
What contributes to pipe support failure—and how have we designed our products to withstand them? Friction at load points, temperature, and improper installation are all covered.
Cavitation occurs when bubbles form in a liquid. When the bubbles eventually implode, a shock wave causes stress and fatigue on the inside of pipes and vessels.
Glass is generally highly corrosion resistant, but despite being good material choice for severe environments, glass can undergo corrosion, aka glass disease.
Chemical corrosion inhibitors are added to gas or potable water to decrease corrosivity, which is a measure of aggressiveness at corroding other materials.
Wear is an erosion process that occurs through surface contact. The rate of wear can be affected by stress, temperature, and the type of contact or material.