Pipe Supports Education and Training

Acquire knowledge about various types of pipe support systems to stay ahead in the piping industry

By Howard Robertson
If you want to use pipe support systems in your business, you must have adequate knowledge about pipe supports and their usage.

For a pipe support supplier, it is always beneficial to update your knowledge about the types of pipe supports and their suitable applications. You can keep ahead of your competitors by having up-to-date information about the latest pipe support products.    

To educate yourself and/or your employees on pipe support system components, you can:
  
  1. Browse through various resources that provide basic information about pipe supports
  2. Join training programs to understand pipe supports and their various types
  3. Subscribe to magazines that provide information on pipe supports
  4. Join associations catering to the pipe support industry
  5. Seek an expert's advice in case of any doubts or queries regarding pipe supports

 

Understand the basics of pipe support and the relevant terminology

You can find basic information on pipe support systems by browsing through different online resources. Additionally, some reputable data publishing companies provide informative articles about pipe support systems and their components.
Try: You can refer to Projectmonitor.com for information on pipe support systems and their importance. GlobalSpec offers basic information about pipe supports, pipe hangers and pipe clamps.

Find professional training programs that explain the use of pipe supports

Some institutions offer courses related to pipe supports. You can also search for customized courses if you want to establish yourself as an expert in the field of pipe supports. Such courses will give you detailed knowledge about pipe supports.
Try: Gramya Research Analysis Institute (GRAI) provides a correspondence course on ‘Piping Technology’ that is beneficial to pipe supports manufacturers. Decatur Professional Development offers an online course called ‘Pipe Support Systems’ that describes the importance of pipe support design and also explains various types of pipe supports. You can also join The Center for Professional Advancement, which offers a specialized course called ‘Pipe Supports: Selection, Design, Inspection and Maintenance’.

Update your knowledge about pipe supports and the relevant technology through magazines and articles

Online magazines can provide up-to-date information about the latest pipe support tools and their types. You can subscribe to such journals to keep track of the developments in the piping field. You can also keep yourself updated with the latest developments by reading through technical articles related to pipe supports.
Try: Plumbing & Mechanical, a magazine serving the plumbing and piping industry, provides up-to-date information about pipe support designs and offers the latest news on the piping industry. You can also refer to PipingDesign.com, another information resource that publishes technical articles on various aspects of the piping industry.