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Prefabricated Support VS Welded Support: Which Is Better For Utility Tunnel?

Update:Sep 21,2026

For underground utility tunnel construction, pipe and cable support is a critical part. Two mainstream solutions: welded support and prefabricated strut support (unistrut system).

Unistrut - Unistrut Midwest


Welded support requires on-site cutting, welding and anti-corrosion treatment. Quality is heavily affected by site workmanship, and modification is difficult after installation.

Prefabricated unistrut support is pre-fabricated in factory. All components are standardized and galvanized. Installation only uses bolts, no welding. It is adjustable, reusable and easier to meet seismic requirements.

prefabricated strut support


Advantages of prefabricated strut support:

  • Faster site installation

  • Consistent anti-corrosion performance

  • Easy re-adjustment for layout changes

  • Better compliance with seismic bracing codes

Utility tunnel support


For large utility tunnel, M&E and seismic projects, prefabricated strut channel systems are increasingly preferred by contractors and consultants. Senji Asia supplies complete utility tunnel bracket and unistrut support packages for global construction projects.


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