Solving Pipe Labeling Problems

Proper labeling of pipes throughout a facility is an important component of a safety program, as well as for improving productivity. Proper labeling ensures employees, visitors, contractors and emergency response personnel know the contents of a pipe, the hazards it presents, and the direction of flow--allowing them to quickly locate the appropriate shutoff value, if necessary.

However, in some circumstances it can be difficult or impossible to label pipes due to the pipes being dirty, oily, greasey, insulated (but not lagged) or difficult to reach. The new Pipe Grabber pipe marking sleeves solve these problems.

Pipe Grabbers are clear plastic that has been formed in a cylindrical shape that is slit open so they can be "snapped" onto a pipe and will grip the pipe tightly. Labels can be applied to the Pipe Grabber before it is placed on the pipe. The label will adhere to the Pipe Grabber and the Pipe Grabber will have a mechanical grip on the pipe. If needed, Pipe Grabbers can be further secured using plastic ties.

Pipe Grabbers are available in five sizes, fitting pipes with diameters from one inch up to 5.2 inches.