Abstract: Provided is a turning device for turning pipes with a large diameter about their longitudinal axis. The turning device includes a base body and two supporting devices that are arranged on the base body. Each supporting device includes a pedestal and at least one rocker element that is pivotably mounted in a receptacle of the pedestal. The pedestal is connected to the base body. The rocker elements each include one or more rollers. The turning device adapts to different pipe diameters as a result of the rocker elements, so that no exchanging of the turning device is necessary and multiple turning devices do not need to be kept on hand for different pipe diameters.

Abstract: A pipe support system includes a pair of leg supports spaced apart from one another. Each of the pair of leg supports includes an elongated base and a column. The pipe support system also includes a strut coupled to each column of the pair of leg supports and at a first height above the elongated bases. A support platform coupled to each column of the pair of leg supports and at a second height above the elongated bases. The support platform defines a longitudinal axis, and the second height is different from the first height. The pipe support system further includes one or more rollers coupled to the support platform. The one or more rollers are disposed around the support platform and rotatable around the longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A handheld hose guide which accommodates hoses of varying diameters and protects a user from debris on the hose when reeling the hose onto a hose reel, including a housing having a pair of housing parts for enclosing the hose, wherein the pair of housing parts when in a closed position form an interior, cylindrically-shaped longitudinal channel, which longitudinal channel generally conforms to a shape of the hose, a hinge attached to each of the pair of housing parts for providing angular movement of each housing relative to the other housing, a locking device attached to the pair of housing parts for securing the hose within the housing during operation of the hose guide, and rollers which are attached to springs that are biased inwardly, in order to accommodate hoses of various diameters and to provide constant compression on the hose during operation of the hose guide.

Abstract: An attachment apparatus for a vehicle body includes: a first roller rotatably disposed at a first hinge at one side of upper portion of a moving body and moving up and down with respect to a first fixing body; a link rotatably disposed with reference to the first hinge and extending to both directions; a second roller rotatably disposed at a second hinge at one end portion of the link and disposed at one side of the first roller; and a first elastic member disposed to elastically pull or push another end portion of the link so that the second hinge rotates with reference to the first hinge, wherein the first and second rollers respectively contact with a surface of the vehicle body.

Abstract: A cable assembly includes a cable and a cable mounting clamp. The cable mounting clamp includes a base removably connectable to a surface. The base may include a tab removably insertable into an aperture defined in the surface and a lock releasably connectable to the surface. The base further includes an outer body which defines an inner channel and a support ramp disposed within the inner channel, the inner channel extending along a longitudinal axis. The cable mounting clamp further includes a cap connectable to the base to further define the inner channel therebetween. The cable mounting clamp further includes a roller tube disposed within the inner channel and rotatably mounted on the support ramp, the roller tube rotatable about the longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A pipe support system. The pipe support system comprises a first wedge block and a second opposing wedge block. Each of the blocks comprises a base having walls. In addition, each of the blocks supports an angled roller bearing. The roller bearings are configured to support a joint or section of pipe along an outer diameter of the pipe. Beneficially, the distance or spacing between the wedge blocks may be adjusted by an operator to accommodate sections of pipe having different diameters. A method for supporting a section of pipe is also provided.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to the construction of a support for above-ground pipelines and can be used for laying pipelines in in permafrost and on slopes. The result of the support is uniform distribution of the load from the pipeline to a bedding cradle, displacement of a movable part in response to predetermined conditions, and prevention of deformation due to soil heaving. The result is achieved due to inclusion of moving and fixed parts. The movable part includes a semi-cylindrical cradle with two semi-annular frames on the outside of the cradle, detachable half-yokes fix the pipe in the cradle, side cheeks welded to the frame and movably fixed to the tower base by a hinged joint, and a base slidably positioned on a stationary surface of the support. The objective is also solved using a support assembly being structurally different than prior art supports, as described herein.

Abstract: A pipe support structure comprised of a base having a curved upper surface that create pipe support blocks from a series of adjacent ridges with an intervening valleys. The adjacent ridges of the support blocks support a pipe on its peripheral underside surface. The supported pipe may be positioned to extend either transverse to or parallel to the ridges and adjacent valleys. The valleys are sloped to serve as fluid drainage channels to remove fluid that may collect on the support structure base. The ridges and valleys of the support blocks may be sized and spaced apart as desired to provide support to a pipe of a desired size or a range of sizes.

Abstract: An assembly (200) for loosening or tightening mechanical nuts includes a socket arm (40) defining a socket (42) at its distal end for engaging a mechanical nut (102); a crank (30) connected or connectable at its first end transversely to a proximate end of the socket arm (40); a sliding hammer (20) connected or connectable to a second end of the crank (30), thereby being operable to impart a rotational impact on the socket arm (40) via the crank (30); and a support structure (250) connected or connectable at its proximate end to one of the socket arm (40), crank (30), or sliding hammer (20) and defining at its remote end a support surface (260) operable to bear against an external structure (100) thereby to support the assembly (200) in use.

Abstract: A roller bearing includes an outer raceway, an inner raceway, and a roller positioned between the outer and inner raceways. The roller bearing also includes a relief contour between the roller and at least one of the outer and inner raceways. The relief contour defines a slope along its length. The slope of the relief contour defines at least one inflection region.

Abstract: A vibration-proof clamp includes a clamp body made of rigid resin and having a pipe clamp portion for holding pipes and a stud mounting portion for mounting to a stud; a cover for covering the pipe clamp portions of the clamp body; the cover connected to the clamp body; a first rubber member made of rubber or soft resin for mounting to the clamp body; and a second rubber member for mounting to the cover; the second rubber member having the shape and size which are the same as those of the first rubber member. Holding end portions of the first and second rubber members have semicircular shapes in cross section. The clamp body has rubber bottom holding portions for holding the holding end portions of the first rubber member. The cover has rubber top holding portions for holding the holding end portions of the second rubber member.

Abstract: A shield for a pipe carrying fluid includes a pipe-engaging portion and a shielding portion. The pipe-engaging portion is configured for holding the shield in place with respect to the pipe. The shielding portion is fixed to the pipe-engaging portion and configured for blocking at least one side of the pipe and protecting the pipe against external disturbance applied in a specific direction. The pipe-engaging portion may be configured for engaging and holding in place the pipe. The pipe-engaging portion is configured for engaging and holding in place the pipe. Alternatively, the pipe-engaging portion is configured for being disposed in a vicinity of the pipe and holding the shield portion in place with respect to the pipe.

Abstract: A connection bracket is provided in order to connect a connection, such as a shackle, hook or ring, to a flange, in particular to a flange of a tower element of a wind turbine, wherein the connection bracket (1) has two fixing sections (3a,3b), which are arranged at a distance (D) from each other and each have a support surface (3c) for laying the connection bracket (1) against the flange and a connection section (4), wherein the connection section (4) is formed from two supporting sections (7a, 7b) each firmly connected to one of the fixing sections (3a, 3b) and standing thereon, and a center section (6) carried by these supporting sections (7a, 7b) and firmly connected to them, such that the connection section (4) bridges the distance (D) between the fixing sections (3a, 3b) at a distance (Y) from the plane (E) of the support surface (3c), and wherein, in a top view seen from the side of the connection bracket (1) remote from the support surface (3c), the center line (M) of the center section (6) of the con

Abstract: A raft assembly for a gas turbine engine is provided. The raft assembly includes a rigid raft formed of a rigid material that has an electrical system and/or a fluid system embedded therein. The raft assembly further includes one or more clamps for mounting tubular members to the raft. The or each clamp has a first clamp block and a second clamp block which, in use, clamp together to grip a tubular member between the blocks. The first block is fixed to the raft. The or each clamp further has a fastener operatively extending between the blocks. The fastener is tightenable to apply a clamping load between the blocks, and releasable to remove the clamping load such that the second block can be moved relative to the first block to allow the tubular member to be received between or removed from between the blocks.

Abstract: A quick attachment arm for securing to an elevated and structurally supporting location. A multi-sided and compressible band is constructed of a spring-loaded material. The band is open at its outer end and adapted to permit the band to be attached around a perimeter of the supporting location. An elongated arm is pivotally supported to and extending from the band, the arm adapted to supporting a weighted article placed thereupon.

Abstract: A para-seismic support for a pipe comprising a support member configured to receive the pipe, the support member having means of supporting the para-seismic support from a ceiling structure and at least one axial side plate extending in a generally vertical plane perpendicular to the axis of the pipe when resting on the support member, the side plate having a pair of attachment holes extending therethrough configured for attaching to a support element.

Abstract: A pipe hanger method and apparatus wherein a bolt is threaded upwardly through a first opening within a lower arm portion of a saddle, then, in one form, through an opening in a liner, then through a larger opening in the upper arm portion of the saddle. The opening is non-cylindrical in shape. A nut is then installed on the bolt. The nut has a tapered end portion which interoperates with the shape of the opening in the upper arm of the saddle. The nut is hand-tightened and then is aligned with the opening so that the small end portion would drop into the opening. A wrench is then used on the head of the bolt to rotate the bolt for the purpose of drawing the nut and bolt together and applying a clamping force on a pipe positioned within the saddle. The liner extends along the inside of the bolt and then extends about the pipe, between it and the bight of the saddle, and then in one form extends along the inside of the upper arm portion.

Abstract: The pipe support apparatus of the present invention includes a length of flexible webbing having a first receptacle formed at one end of the length and a second receptacle formed at an opposite end of the webbing. A first rigid member has a locking bracket received within the first receptacle, and a second rigid member has another locking bracket received within the second receptacle. A landing pad is transversely extended from the length of flexible webbing and is positioned on the length of flexible webbing between the first and second rigid members. The length of webbing and landing pad form a pipe receiving surface between the first and second rigid members, the pipe receiving surface being a top surface of the webbing and a top surface of the landing pad.

Abstract: Disclosed is a conduit cart for supporting conduits above at least one rail. The conduit cart has a base; and at least two right-side protrusions, namely, a right-side sub-rail protrusion extending horizontally from the base; and a right-side super-rail protrusion extending horizontally from the base. The right-side sub-rail protrusion and right-side super-rail protrusion are adapted to straddle a flange of a first rail and the first rail is one among the at least one rail. Further, the base has at least two left-side protrusions, namely, a left-side sub-rail protrusion extending in a direction opposite to the right-side sub-rail protrusion from the base; and a left-side super-rail protrusion extending to the right-side super-rail protrusion from the base. The left-side sub-rail protrusion and left-side super-rail protrusion can straddle a substantially horizontal flange of a second rail, and the second rail is among the at least one rail.

Abstract: A multiple axis control suspension system is disclosed. An example system includes at least one spine having a greater moment of inertia about a transverse centroidal axis than about a vertical centroidal axis. The example system includes at least one support member. A passage is formed through the at least one support member, the passage configured to receive the elongate spine. At least one receptacle is provided in the at least one support member, the at least one receptacle configured to receive at least one conduit such that a force acting on the conduit is transferred to the elongate spine.

Abstract: This invention relates to an aft pylon fairing (30) for a suspension system of an aircraft engine, comprising two side panels (44) assembled to each other by inner cross stiffening ribs (46) spaced at intervals from each other along a longitudinal direction (X) of the fairing, and also comprising a heat protection deck (32) designed to delimit an engine core flow (36). According to the invention, it also comprises two longitudinal connecting walls (58) offsetting the deck (32) from the ribs (46), each of these two longitudinal walls (58) being provided with a first side end (62) fixed to one or the other of the two side ends (60, 60) of the deck (32), and a second side end (64) rigidly fixed to the ribs (46).

Abstract: The different embodiments of the cable stand-off serve as a thermally inslutative protector. In one embodiment, the cable stand-off includes an elongated member defining a lumen therethrough, and a plurality of fins extending from an outer surface of the elongated member, wherein the plurality of fins includes sets of fins, each set of fins being spaced a longitudinal distance from one another and being positioned around a circumference of the elongated member. Another embodiment of the cable stand-off comprises an elongated member having a helical shape and surrounding at least a portion of a length of at least one energy transmission conduit. In yet another embodiment, a cable stand-off comprises an elongated surrounding at least a portion of a length of an energy transmission conduit, wherein the elongated member is made of a non-flammable, low particulate, flexible fiber material.

Abstract: A workpiece support assembly includes workpiece supporting roller assemblies each including a roller rotatably attached to an end of a swing arm. The roller assemblies are mounted to a frame forming a space between the rollers. A workpiece is positioned within the space and is supported in rolling contact by the rollers for rotation about its long axis. The space between the rollers is increased or decreased to support workpieces of various diameters by rotating the swing arms. The position of the rollers, and thus the distance therebetween are maintained or held by a swing arm lock that engages each swing arm and restrains the swing arms against rotation.

Abstract: A conduit spacer assembly for supporting and conveying an inner conduit into an outer conduit. The conduit spacer assembly has one or more conveyance assemblies moveable along a track coupled to the outer conduit. One or more conduit spacers are suspended from the conveyance assemblies, and support the inner conduit. The conveyance assemblies may be coupled together by a strap member. A force applied to one conveyance assembly is transferred to the other conveyance assemblies via the strap member. An installation assembly having a frame structure and a track support assist with the installation of the conduit spacer assembly and the inner conduit.

Abstract: A workpiece support assembly includes workpiece supporting roller assemblies each including a roller rotatably attached to an end of a swing arm. The roller assemblies are mounted to a frame forming a space between the rollers. A workpiece is positioned within the space and is supported in rolling contact by the rollers for rotation about its long axis. The space between the rollers is increased or decreased to support workpieces of various diameters by rotating the swing arms. The position of the rollers, and thus the distance therebetween are maintained or held by a swing arm lock that engages each swing arm and restrains the swing arms against rotation.

Abstract: A clamp assembly is provided for clamping tubular parts to a vehicle frame. The clamp assembly includes a first housing attached to a vehicle frame member and a second housing for attaching to the first housing. A first clamp member is received by the first housing. The first clamp member has recesses formed in an outer surface thereof for receiving tubular parts, and has grooves spaced apart from the outer surface for receiving other tubular part. The first clamp member includes a guide member which is received by a slot formed in the first housing. The first clamp member also includes a post which projects therefrom. A second clamp member is compressed between the second housing and the first clamp member, and the second tubular parts are held between the first clamp member and the second clamp member. The second clamp member includes a bore which receives the post. The first and second housings enclose the clamp members and the tubular parts.

Abstract: A control line positioning apparatus (10) comprising a retainer arm (30), having a control line retainer thereon, is driven between a removed position with the retainer arm (30) positioned adjacent to a base and adjacent to a rig floor and a raised position with the retainer arm (30) raised by a drive member to a raised position to hold one or more control lines (90) along a portion of the length of a pipe string (80) to facilitate application of a clamp to secure the control lines to the pipe string (80). In one embodiment, the retainer arm (30) may be releasably secured to a docking assembly (50) disposed adjacent to the pipe engaging apparatus and adjacent to a rig floor. In one embodiment, the control line positioning apparatus may comprise an ascending control line pathway (112) comprising a plurality of rolling members to direct one or more control lines to a retainer assembly.

Abstract: A wear pad for a piping structure which is supported by a support structure is disclosed. A wear pad according to the present invention comprises a fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite pre-form structure for attachment to the piping structure where the fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite pre-form structure has a shape conforming to the shape of the exterior of the piping structure. A stand-off patch is adhesively bonded to one side of the fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite pre-form structure, and this stand-off patch defines the thickness of the bond between the piping structure and the fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite pre-form structure when it is in attached to the piping structure. SMP adhesive material is used to adhesively bond the fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite structure to the piping structure.

Abstract: A cable constraining device features a flexible cable contact sheet that is inward attached to a cable constraining contour of a holding structure. The holding structure is configured for substantially encompassing a cable circumference while in constraining configuration. In a cavity between the holding structure and the cable contact sheet is a gel filled that provides a vibration dampening soft contact of the cable contact sheet with the cable insulation. The cushioning gel absorbs micro movement of the cable transferred onto the cable contact sheet such that wearing effects due to frictional sliding and vibration of the cable at its constraining location is substantially reduced. The holding structure may be of rubber like material that is formed on its outside like a well known grommet. An outer rigid clamping structure may be additionally employed. The device may be also configured as a profile in various lengths and bent shapes.

Abstract: A cable bracket and strap assembly includes a cable bracket and a strap secured to the cable bracket. The cable bracket has a plurality of retention elements defining a plurality of conductor openings. The cable bracket also has a mounting flange, which includes a first aperture and a second aperture. The strap is secured to the cable bracket within the first aperture.

Abstract: A pipe support for dampening acoustic propagation from a pipeline is provided. The pipe support can include a support base and a movable base spatially arranged from the support base. One or more fasteners can be disposed through the movable base to the support base, thereby connecting the movable base to the support base. One or more acoustic isolators can be disposed between an upper surface of the support base and a lower surface of the movable base.

Abstract: A wiring holding unit for holding a tubular receiving member receiving wiring therein includes a gripping member including a pair of gripping portions for gripping the receiving member, and a movable portion interconnecting the pair of gripping portions such that the pair of gripping portions are movable, and a fitting/fixing member which is separate from the gripping member, and is moved toward the gripping member in a direction generally perpendicular to a direction of fixing of the receiving member gripped by the gripping member, and is fitted on the gripping member to be fixed thereto, thereby preventing the pair of gripping portions from moving respectively in directions opposite respectively to gripping directions of the pair of gripping portions.

Abstract: A retaining bracket for holding conduits may employ a first half or stationary portion defining a semi-circular first conduit holding portion and a semi-circular second conduit holding portion. A second half or movable portion may be foldable onto the stationary portion such that a first arcuate groove and a second arcuate groove of the movable portion match the first and second conduit holding portions, respectively, to accommodate the cylindrical conduits. A first rigid binder piece may contact a long side of the stationary portion and attach to a first compressible insert and a second compressible insert. The first compressible insert may reside within the first conduit holding portion and the second compressible insert may reside within the second conduit holding portion and compress against the conduits, respectively. The binder and inserts may install into the retain bracket before or after the movable portion is closed onto the stationary portion.

Abstract: A cable constraining device features a flexible cable contact sheet that is inward attached to a cable constraining contour of a holding structure. The holding structure is configured for substantially encompassing a cable circumference while in constraining configuration. A cavity between the holding structure and the cable contact sheet is filled with a gel that provides a vibration dampening soft contact of the cable contact sheet with the cable insulation. The cushioning gel absorbs micro movement of the cable transferred onto the cable contact sheet such that wearing effects due to frictional sliding and vibration of the cable at its constraining location is substantially reduced. The holding structure may be of rubber like material that is formed on its outside like a well known grommet. An outer rigid clamping structure may be additionally employed in case of a circumferentially tight able configuration.

Abstract: A clamp for a tubular hose or cable is disclosed. The clamp comprises a first clamp half, a second clamp half, and a hinge pin. The first clamp half has a first end and a second end and defines a first concave semi-cylindrical face. The first end of the first clamp half carries means for mounting the clamp. The second clamp half has a first end and a second end and defines a second concave semi-cylindrical face. The first clamp half and the second clamp half come together along a parting line and are retained together by a hinge pin. The clamp halves are provided with snap-in liners for easy use. Alternative mounts for mounting the clamp on subsea wire line or tubulars is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cold-insulated fixed-point pipe support for a low-temperature pipeline which includes an insulating system arranged between an outer shell and a supportable low-temperature pipeline having solid thermal insulating material which thermally insulates the pipeline from the low-temperature environment. A rotation-preventing and displacement-preventing device prevents rotation and displacement of the thermal insulating material with respect to the pipeline and an outer shell. A fixed-point pipe support is adapted to be fitted and removed in a substantially radial direction over the pipeline, and has at least one division with respect to shape with a division plane thereof extending perpendicular to a cross-sectional plane, and having a connecting device for releasable connecting and fixing shaped parts formed by the division.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a pipe segment during installation has been developed. The support includes a frame with two parallel arms and two beams that connect the arms, where each beam extends downward from the arms. Also included are four support bearings located at each corner of the frame, where the bearings provide four separate points of contact for a pipe segment.

Abstract: A clamp assembly including a C-type clamp having an anvil, an opposed screw and a body therebetween is employed in securing a load to a flange of a structural beam. A plate includes a first portion having a locking texture on each side and a second portion offset from the first portion and having a mounting hole therethrough. The mounting hole receives the body of the C-type clamp with a clearance fit and with the locking texture in juxtaposition with the anvil of the C-type clamp. This plate provides a retaining key of hard steel to engage the anvil of the C-type clamp and the flange of a beam structure to enhance retention of the C-type clamp on the beam flange.

Abstract: A two piece clip device is provided which can retain various components to a vehicle while reducing and/or eliminating the transfer of vibrations from the components to the vehicle. The clip device includes a base section having receivers capable of receiving and retaining components, such as fuel pipes, brake pipes and wire harnesses. The clip device also includes an attachment structure for attaching the entire clip device to a vehicle. A flexible material is deposited between the base section and the attachment structure so that the base section and attachment structure are not in contact with each other.

Abstract: A clevis hanger assembly supports a pipe insulation coupling member along a support structure. The clevis hanger assembly includes an upper bracket adapted to be secured to the support structure. The upper bracket includes a base extending between spaced apart downwardly extending flanges. The clevis hanger assembly also includes a lower bracket having spaced apart upwardly extending flanges disposed alongside the spaced apart downwardly extending flanges. The lower bracket includes an arcuate segment extending between the spaced apart upwardly extending flanges and defines coupling slots for receiving the pipe insulation coupling member.

Abstract: A chain with follow-up rolling assemblies comprises at least one follow-up rolling assembly which can provide a rolling contact between a suspended portion and an unsuspended portion of the chain to reduce the friction resistance and reduce the resultant dust which will contaminate the working environment. In addition, the follow-up rolling assemblies can turn freely with the chain to avoid stopping the movement of chain.

Abstract: A temporary attachment for use with pipe hangers is disclosed which includes an elongated angle member which is supported upon the lower end of a pipe hanger and which has a plurality of ball transfer units positioned thereon which support the pipe being hung. The ball transfer units not only permit the longitudinal movement of the associated pipe with respect to the pipe hanger but also permits the pipe to be rotated about its longitudinal axis with respect to the pipe hanger.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an exhaust system support assembly (10) for coupling an exhaust member (F) to a vehicle (A). The exhaust system support assembly (10) includes an exhaust member mount assembly (52) couplable to the exhaust member (F), an isolation pin (32) received within at least a portion of the exhaust member mount assembly (52), and at least one resilient member (44,46) disposed between the exhaust member mount assembly (52) and the isolation pin (32). The exhaust system support assembly (10) further includes a pivot assembly (16) couplable to the vehicle (A), wherein the pivot assembly (16) slidably and rotatably receives the isolation pin (32).

Abstract: A vibration absorbing clamp comprises a hard plastic base, hard plastic pipe grippers for gripping pipes, and a soft plastic vibration absorbing material disposed between the base and the pipe grippers. Each pipe gripper has a receiver for receiving a pipe and elastic wings allowing the pipe to be pushed into the receiver but not removed. The base has a bottom and side walls spaced from the bottom and sides of the receivers. The sides of the receiver and the side walls of the base are connected only by hard plastic thin plate supports. The spaces formed by the bottoms and sides of the receiver and by the bottom and side walls of the base are filled with vibration absorbing material so as to envelop the thin plate supports.

Abstract: The supporting belt (1) according to this invention of a line guidance unit (2) for guiding lines, cables or the like is characterized in that the supporting belt (1) has alternating supporting sections (3) and articulated sections (8), and the supporting sections (3) and the articulated section (8) are made of materials having different properties by the multicomponent process. With the help of the supporting belt (1) according to this invention, the line guidance unit (2) according to this invention, comprising such a supporting belt (1), as well as the method according to this invention for producing the supporting belt (1) according to this invention, it is possible to achieve a guidance of lines, cables or the like in a simple, rugged, reliable and inexpensive manner.

Abstract: A clamp-type retention element for an axisymmetrical component for vehicles, such as a cable or a tube for oil or fuel, has an axis of symmetry; the retention element has at least one through seat, which has an insertion opening and is designed to house a portion of the axisymmetrical component, a snap-action closing element of the insertion opening, hooking elements designed to co-operate with a support, elastic elements designed to co-operate with the portion of the axisymmetrical component within the seat, and a guide element of the portion of the axisyrumetrical component within the seat for identifying a housing position of the portion of the axisymmetrical component under the action of the elastic elements. The elastic elements are flexible in a direction substantially parallel to the axis of symmetry when the portion of the axisymmetrical component is in the housing position.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods provide an electrically isolating clamp that is suitable for use, among other locations, within a composite wing structure and other fuel environments. According to embodiments described herein, the clamp includes a clamp body and cushion. The clamp body is manufactured from a non-conductive material and includes a strap and a base. The cushion may be manufactured from a different non-conductive material to provide at least two layers of electrical isolation between the tube or other object being secured and a structure. The cushion material allows for axial movement of the tube through the cushion. The cushion is disposed between the strap and the base. Shoulder flanges prevent axial movement of the cushion with respect to the clamp body. The clamp may have a cushion retention mechanism to secure the cushion within the strap prior to installation around the tube.

Abstract: A coupling, particularly a pipe coupling for high-pressure pipes or high-pressure hoses, is equipped with coupling pieces provided at the ends to be connected, in each instance, and with a cuff that couples the coupling pieces, using at least two shear elements. The coupling pieces engage over the cuff that lies on the inside, as an extension of the ends, with almost the same diameter.

Abstract: Roller assemblies for transporting and laterally shifting pipe section, or joints, on oil and gas exploration and production laybarges, drilling/production vessels and platforms, and pipe spooling yards are disclosed. The roller assemblies comprise rollers that are capable of being tilted to facilitate lateral shifting of the pipe sections or joints. The roller assemblies comprise a frame, a tilting assembly, a roller frame pivotally connected to the tilting assembly and the frame, and a roller rotatably connected to the roller frame by an axle. The tilting assembly lifts one end of the roller frame to tilt the roller.

Abstract: A pipe support for dampening acoustic propagation from a pipeline is provided. The pipe support can include a support base and a movable base spatially arranged from the support base. One or more fasteners can be disposed through the movable base to the support base, thereby connecting the movable base to the support base. One or more acoustic isolators can be disposed between an upper surface of the support base and a lower surface of the movable base.