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Re-thinking Split Bands – the case for using modern HD Clamp alternatives
When fixing heavy load pipe installations, split bands are a popular choice. This is usually because they are a traditional clamp that has been around for years, and have always ‘done the job’. So why change?
Installations today are growing in complexity, with more requirements around safety and performance, meaning traditional, untested products like split bands, don’t always cut it.
What is the alternative? Modern heavy duty clamps like Walraven’s HD Clamps, are specifically designed and tested to meet quality, performance and compliance requirements that are more common on jobsites today.
What are the benefits of using modern HD Clamps?
Today’s construction sites often require contractors to prove that they are installing products that are effective and fit for purpose. Whilst a split band may be considered fit for purpose, can it be proven? The answer is no! Speed of installation is also increasingly important to help manage costs and deliver projects on time.
Walraven HD Clamps offer many benefits including:
- Easier installation – with anti-loss washers, one-side opening, and up to 10mm adjustment room allowing speedier installation.
- Proven performance – third party tested and certified for quality, load–bearing capacity AND fire
- Greater variety of finishes – sometimes you need more than a basic steel clip, Walraven HD Clamps include both lined and unlined options, epoxy-coated clamps and stainless steel variants.
- Enhanced corrosion protection as standard – Walraven’s HD Clamps have our BIS UltraProtect® 1000 finish as standard which offers up to 1000hrs corrosion protection
- Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) – an environmental impact assessment is available for those jobs where sustainability is a factor.
So, whilst split bands do still have a place on some jobsites, for those who require more features, more flexibility and certified performance, Walraven HD Clamps are certainly worth considering.
