Source: Noson, Perbix, SSD
Purpose
To secure piping.
Caution
Secure ALL pipes that are used for fire protection systems.
When anchoring to post-tensioned slab, locate and avoid reinforcing.
Recommendation
Install pipe brackets as indicated in the following figures:
Source: Noson, Perbix, SSD
Supplies Required
- Angle—2" x 2" x 1/8"
- Lag bolts—1/4" diameter x 3" (for wood)
- Expansion bolts—3/8" diameter (for concrete)
- U-bolts—1/4" diameter (for concrete)
- Flexible connections to equipment
Installation
- Install angle braces (cope as required) with lag bolts into wood joists,
OR
expansion bolts to concrete.
- Attach each angle brace to the pipe with a U-bolt.
- Locate at 90x turns in pipe where the pipe is continuous.
- Place bracing brackets at 16' on center along unbraced runs of straight pipe.
- Add flexible connections.
Note
- Brace fuel, oil, gas, or compressed air pipes that are greater than 1" in diameter.
- Do not use pipes to support other pipes.
- Wall openings for the pipe sleeves must be at least 2" larger than the pipe in fire-resistant systems. Consult a building official for the proper fill material in the wall gap.