Design of Vessel Supports

There are various methods that are used in the support
structures of pressure vessels, as outlined below.
• Skirt Supports

Cylindrical
Conical
Pedestal
Shear ring
• Leg Supports
Braced
a. Cross braced (pinned and unpinned)
b. Sway braced
Unbraced
Stub columns
• Saddle Supports
• Lug Supports
• Ring Supports
• Combination Supports
Lugs and legs
Rings and legs
Skirt and legs
Skirt and ring girder