OEM Pipe Floats For Reservoir Intake And Temporary Bypass Lines Quotes, Pricelist

Your floating intake or bypass pipeline needs support that matches its operating weight and pipe dimensions. Poorly fitted floats can create movement around joints and equipment connections. Giant Rubber Pipe Floats provide a split-body flotation solution that you can configure for reservoir water intake, temporary pumping, and industrial pipeline installations.

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Why Choose Giant Rubber?

Over 15 Years Experience

More than 15 years in flotation manufacturing, trusted by marine and water projects worldwide.

Strict Quality Assurance

Every product passes rigorous testing to ensure strength, durability, and UV resistance.

Customized Engineering Solutions

Tailor-made flotation systems for dredging, aquaculture, navigation, and environmental projects.

Fast Global Delivery

Efficient logistics and direct factory supply guarantee on-time worldwide delivery.

Continuous Innovation in Design

Advanced R&D ensures modern, reliable, and eco-friendly flotation products.

Dedicated Customer Support

Professional service from project design to after-sales, ensuring worry-free cooperation.

Product Features

  • Two-Piece Pipe Float Design – You can position the two molded halves around the pipeline at the installation point, reducing the need to move flotation units along an entire pipe section.
  • Pipe-Specific Internal Diameter – You can select a suitable float bore based on the pipe outside diameter and required fitting clearance, helping achieve a more appropriate contact profile.
  • Rotomolded Polyethylene Shell – You receive a seamless flotation body with good resistance to impact, moisture, and outdoor exposure.
  • Closed-Cell Foam Filling – You can specify the appropriate foam-filled configuration for your selected model to help retain flotation after localized shell damage.
  • Reinforced Fastening Areas – Molded fastening sections help distribute clamping forces around the assembly points. Hardware selection and tightening requirements should be confirmed for the supplied model.
  • Multiple Flotation Sizes – You can select different body dimensions to accommodate pipeline sections with different operating weights and flotation requirements.
  • Individual Unit Replacement – When a float requires inspection or replacement, you can access the split assembly without removing the entire pipeline, provided the installation allows safe access.
  • Custom Pipe Float Manufacturing – You can request project-specific dimensions, compatible hardware, body colors, and identification markings according to approved specifications.
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Pipe Floats Technical Specifications

Model Internal Diameter (mm) External Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Wall Thickness (mm) Net Buoyancy (kg)
FT500*5001105005005150
FT600*700220/2506007005220
FT500*800160/180/200/2205008005240
FT700*9002807009005450
FT800*100031580010006550
FT800*1100400/35080011006600
FT1000*1000325/350100010006650
FT1100*1100380/400/450110011006850
FT1200*1200430/450/5001200120071200
FT1300*1300480/500/5601300130071500
FT1300*1500530/560/630/610/6601300150081700
FT1400*15005601400150081900
FT1300*16005601300160082000
FT1400*16006301400160082100
FT1500*1800660/680/7101500180092450
FT1500*1850670/680/650/7201500185092500
FT1600*19007301600190092900
FT1700*2000780/8101700200092900
TF1850*210084018502100103400
FT2000*240090020002400124800
FT2040*250094020402500135000
FT2100*25001040/1050/120021002500135500
FT2300*25001150/120023002500146500

Application Scenarios

You can use these Pipe Floats for water pipelines in reservoir water intake systems, temporary industrial bypass lines, floating pump discharge networks, mine-water transfer pipelines, industrial cooling-water systems, and municipal water infrastructure.

They can also provide flotation for suitably designed slurry transportation lines, aquaculture water circulation systems, environmental water-management projects, and coastal pipeline installations.

For mining or industrial operations, the transported medium may be denser than water. You should include its operating density when selecting a pipeline flotation solution, rather than basing the configuration on the empty pipe alone.

These applications make split marine and industrial Pipe Floats relevant to EPC contractors, pipeline installers, water-project operators, mining companies, and industrial equipment suppliers.

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Before accepting a shipment of floating pipeline support floats, you should compare the supplied products with the approved drawings and purchase specifications.

Relevant checks may include outside dimensions, bore measurements, shell condition, fastening alignment, and hardware quantity.

For projects requiring documented flotation performance, you should agree on the verification method before manufacturing begins.

You should also confirm which inspection records and supporting documents are included in the order. This allows your site team to complete incoming inspection without relying solely on catalog descriptions.

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Qualification Certificate

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Custom Design

Custom Design

Quality Assurance

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Technical Support

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Fast Delivery

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Maintenance Guidance

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After-Sales Service

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are pipeline floats?
A1: Pipeline floats (also known as dredge floats or buoyancy modules) are devices attached to discharge pipes to keep them afloat on water.
Q2: How do I calculate how many floats I need for my pipeline?
A2: You need to ensure total buoyancy exceeds total weight. Calculate the combined weight of the steel/pipe itself + the weight of the material inside (e.g., slurry/water) + accessories. The floats should provide at least 20-30% more buoyancy than this total weight to keep the pipeline floating properly (usually with 1/4 of the pipe diameter above water).
Q3: How long is the warranty period?
A3: The warranty period shall commence on the date the Buyer hands over the goods to the Investor and shall terminate upon the earlier of the following two dates: eighteen (18) months from the date of handover by the Buyer, or twelve (12) months from the date of installation.
Q4: Are these floats suitable for seawater use?
A4: Yes, absolutely. Polyethylene (PE) is highly resistant to saltwater corrosion, UV radiation, and chemical erosion. They are actually preferred over steel floats in marine environments because they never rust.
Q5: What fasteners and hardware are recommended for installation?
A5: Floats are assembled using high-tensile galvanized bolts, nuts, and washers, or marine-grade stainless steel (304/316) hardware depending on the water salinity and specific operating environment.
Q6: What happens if the outer polyethylene shell gets punctured?
A6: Because the inner core is filled with high-density closed-cell polyurethane foam, it will not absorb water even if the outer shell suffers impact damage or puncture, ensuring uninterrupted flotation capability.

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