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Riser clamp

Hardware item used to support vertical runs of piping

Riser clamp
Summary

Hardware item used to support vertical runs of piping

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A riser clamp is a type of hardware used by mechanical building trades for pipe support in vertical runs of piping (risers) at each floor level. The devices are placed around the pipe, and integral fasteners are then tightened to clamp them onto the pipe. The friction between the pipe and riser clamp transfers the weight of the pipe through the riser clamp to the building structure. Risers are generally located at floor penetrations, particularly for continuous floor slabs such as concrete. They may also be located at some other interval as dictated by local building codes or at intermediate intervals to support plumbing which has been altered or repaired. Heavier piping types, such as cast iron, require more frequent support. Ordinarily, riser clamps are made of carbon steel and individually sized to fit certain pipe sizes.

There are at least two types of riser clamp: the two-bolt pipe clamp and the yoke clamp.

References

References

  1. "Riser Clamps". Warwick Hangar.
  2. "FAQ: What is a riser clamp?". Piping Technology and Products, Inc..
  3. "Riser Clamps - Pipe Supports".
  4. "FAQ: What is the major benefit or reason for using a yoke pipe clamp as opposed to regular two bolt pipe clamp?". Piping Technology and Products, Inc..
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