What Is Pipe Spool Fabrication?

Pipelines are extensively used in industrial construction to link a wide range of equipment and process fluid and gas.

The fabrication shop pre-manufactures the pipe spools for this pipework through a sequence of cutting, beveling, welding, and other operations.

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Fabrication of pipe spools is a crucial phase not only for pipes but also for the entire industrial construction project.

There is no space for error during assembly; everything must be done precisely.

We shall discuss the creation of pipe spools in the article that follows.

Key Takeaways for Pipe Spool Fabrication:

It takes place in a controlled setting off-site.
It will speed up construction.
The work's quality is simpler to control.
Production delays are minimized through fabrication in facilities.
To guarantee that our clients' projects are completed on time, STEVENS pipe fabrication shop has years of experience in fulfilling customer specifications, finishing difficult assemblies, and offering on-time delivery.

What Is Pipe Spool Fabrication?

Pipe spools are fabricated off-site to cut down on assembly time with various raw pipes and pipe fittings.

They include flanges, elbows, tees, and more.

Raw pipes are pre-cut to precise sizes together with pipe fittings and other components.

They are temporarily fitted together, and this partially finished sub-assembly is welded with other spool components.

The pipe spooling process can be grouped into two phases; spool roll fitting and welding and spool permanent position fitting and welding.

Spool roll fitting and welding turn the main pipe using a rolling machine.

The fitter does not need to alter his position to perform the task.

In spool position fitting and welding, portions of the main pipe go beyond the clearance limit.

This forces the fitter to move around the main pipe to complete the fitting and welding process.

This makes spool position fitting and welding a longer process than spool roll fitting and welding.

Decreasing the number of spool position fitting and welding is one of the pipe spool fabrication sequencing objectives.

Pipe Spooling Application

Industrial projects like power plants and petroleum refineries need intensive piping.

These industries need a variety of equipment to be connected to carry and transport processed fluid and gas.

Because of spatial limitations on-site and the need to finish the construction fast, industrial construction projects rely heavily on off-site fabrication and assembly.

This process has two stages - pipe spool production and site installation.

Why Are Pipe Spools Prefabricated?

Prefabricating pipe spools is a proven means for reducing field installation costs.

It also provides the highest quality in the products fabricated.

Pipe spools often have to be flanged to connect to other spools.

The fabrication of these pipe spools and their components is typically performed by fabrication companies equipped with the required infrastructure.

Specialty fabricators work under a defined set of designs and quality management criteria, ensuring the accuracy of fabrication and achieving the proper fit at the job site.

Cost Savings in Pre-Fabrication, Inspection, and Testing

The quality of the work is easier to manage and maintain in a controlled environment.

Fabrication in facilities minimizes production delays.

Prefabricated spools answer the severe skill and labor shortage. In addition, a significant workforce doesn't have to be used to fabricate spools on site.

Manufacturing in mass production results in lower manufacturing costs compared to fabrication.

Contact STEVENS For Your Next Industrial Pipe Fabrication Project

At STEVENS, our pipe fabrication experts will work with you to determine the best piping methods for your specific project.

We will provide an estimate that includes every step in the process.

We've worked with complex piping systems, large and small piping projects, and a wide variety of customized piping projects.

Our pipe spool fabrication services are unmatched.

As leaders in the pipe fabrication industry, we can get the job done right, on time, and within budget.

Our pipe fabricator shop has decades of experience meeting customer specifications, completing challenging assembly, and providing on-time delivery to ensure our clients' projects are finished on time.

If you need professionally created and engineered pipes for your next pipe fabrication project, contact STEVENS today!