Pipe hangers, springs and supports are typically part of a large industrial or complex piping system. These are generally larger pipelines, large-scale sprinkler systems and water lines. All spring hangers and supports need to work as a unit to adequately support the pipe. Due to enormous weight and pressure, as well as change in temperature, if the support measures aren't calibrated correctly, the pipe can collapse and rupture. Sizing hangers and supports requires combining a variety of calculations.