The design and selection of pipe support and hanger structures are crucial components in pipeline system design. In addition to supporting the weight of the pipeline, specially designed pipe supports can balance the forces in the piping system, limit pipeline displacement, and absorb vibrations. Proper selection and arrangement of structurally sound pipe supports during pipeline system design can improve the stress distribution of the pipeline and the forces exerted on the supports, ensuring safe operation of the pipeline system and extending its service life.

Components or devices used to bear pipeline loads, control pipeline displacement and vibration, and transmit pipeline loads to the supporting building structure. Typically composed of pipe sections, functional parts, connectors, and roots.

—Cited from DL/T 1113-2009 "Acceptance Code for Pipe Supports and Hangers in Thermal Power Plants"