--- title: Blog | APP (4) description: The APP blog provides the latest news on pipe supports and their applications. Updated regularly. (4) --- ![quick-quote](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/quick-quote.png) #### Hi, there! Need a quick quote or have a pipe support question? Next → ![quick-quote](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/quick-quote.png) Complete this form and an APP representative will be in touch with your quote. - **Proud US distributor of [TIFLEX TICO Products](https://www.appmfg.com/products/accessories/tico-clip-strips)  |**  [CONTACT US](https://www.appmfg.com/contact) - [(713) 956-2922](tel:7139562922) [![appMFG_logo_gradient_2_rgb-small](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/appMFG_logo_gradient_2_rgb-small.png)](https://www.appmfg.com/) [![WBENC_Logo](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/WBENC_Logo.png)](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/page/4#logo-popup) [![WOSB-2025-2026](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/WOSB-2020-2021.jpg)](https://www.appmfg.com/hubfs/WOSB%202025-2026.pdf) ![HBJLT_Email_Signature](https://www.appmfg.com/hs-fs/hubfs/HBJ%20Leadership%20Trust/HBJLT_Email_Signature.png?width=900&name=HBJLT_Email_Signature.png "HBJLT_Email_Signature") ## [Using Liners to Extend the Life of Pipe Restraints](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/using-liners-to-extend-the-life-of-pipe-restraints) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Sep 16, 2020 - **[Pipe Restraints](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/pipe-restraints) When it comes to pipe restraints, the role of [liners](https://www.appmfg.com/products/restraints) is often underestimated. These features can dramatically extend the life of not only your pipe restraints but also your entire piping system.  ## [Pipe Supports: International vs. U.S. Production for International Companies](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/pipe-supports-international-vs.-u.s.-production-for-international-companies) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Sep 09, 2020 - **[Pipe Supports](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/pipe-supports) If you’re an international company looking for pipe supports, you may face a tough decision. Do you seek U.S. or international production? What about your supplier or distributor? The choice may be more important than you realize. ## [Welding Dissimilar Metals: Dos and Don'ts](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/welding-dissimilar-metals-dos-and-donts) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Sep 02, 2020 - **[dissimilar metals](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/dissimilar-metals) Chances are, you’ve heard the horror stories about welding dissimilar metals. Taking the right precautions during these dangerous welds can mean the difference between improving your process piping system and causing long-term headaches. ## [What Is Coefficient of Friction?](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/what-is-coefficient-of-friction) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Aug 26, 2020 - **[Piping Systems](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/piping-systems) Friction can wreck a piping system if it is unchecked. Reducing a pipe’s coefficient of friction is an important way to preserve metal.  ## [How to Increase Energy Efficiency in Your Pipe System](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/how-to-increase-energy-efficiency-in-your-pipe-system) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Aug 19, 2020 - **[Piping Systems](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/piping-systems) There’s an invisible yet costly force running through your pipe system: energy. Every ounce of energy that slips through the nooks and crannies of your system is money wasted.   ## [What Is Scope Creep and How Can You Avoid It?](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/what-is-scope-creep-and-how-can-you-avoid-it) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Aug 12, 2020 - **[Scope Creep](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/scope-creep) It’s hard enough protecting pipes when projects go smoothly. But project scope creep can completely sabotage a job. Unfortunately, most people don’t notice scope creep until a project bloats, deadlines are pushed, and budgets are blown. Wondering... ## [What is MSS SP-58? And Why Does It Matter?](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/what-is-mss-sp-58-and-why-does-it-matter) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Aug 05, 2020 - **[Now You Know](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/now-you-know) [MSS SP-58](https://blog.ansi.org/2018/10/ansi-mss-sp-58-2018-pipe-hangers-supports/#gref) garners little news coverage. It is not discussed at cocktail parties. In most circles, it is not discussed at all. But if you work with pipe systems, MSS SP-58 standards are likely on your mind.  In the piping industry, it is important... ## [How to Galvanize Metal to Protect Pipes](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/how-to-galvanize-metal-to-protect-pipes) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Aug 05, 2020 - **[Metal Fabrication](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/metal-fabrication) Your pipes are in an ongoing fight against corrosion. And once corrosion starts, it can spread quickly and weaken your whole piping system. ## [What Is a Pipe Anchor?](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/what-is-a-pipe-anchor) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Jul 22, 2020 - **[Pipe Supports](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/pipe-supports) Need to control movement in your piping system? A pipe anchor could be exactly what you’re looking for.  ## [4 Cases in Which You Should Use Bolt Clamps in Your Piping System](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/4-cases-in-which-you-should-use-bolt-clamps-in-your-piping-system) - ** [Carrie](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/author/carrie) - ** Jul 15, 2020 - **[Pipe Clamps](https://www.appmfg.com/blog/tag/pipe-clamps) With so many pipe supports out there, the value of bolt clamps can get lost in the shuffle. 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