Usually, the pipe is welded or bolted in that location. So, both pipe forces and moments are generated in that location and the support members must be designed considering both forces and moments. All the six degrees of freedom (3 translational and 3 rotational) are arrested in that location of pipe. Axial Stop or Limit stop supports are provided to restrict or distribute pipe axial movements favourably.Īnchor Supports: Anchors fix the pipe in location. In axial direction they fix the pipe in that location. Line Stop or Limit Stop Supports: Line stop supports restrict the axial or longitudinal movement of pipes.
