Patent ID: 9151308
Filing Date: 2015-10-06
Classification: F15D,F16B

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for axially aligning and securing a vortex-induced vibration (VIV) suppression device about a support structure, the apparatus comprising: a collar having a body portion defining an annular channel and a flange portion extending outwardly from the annular channel, the flange portion dimensioned to form a receiving channel around a support structure operable to receive a portion of a VIV suppression device and allow a VIV suppression device to rotate about a support structure at a fixed axial position; a strap member dimensioned to fit within the annular channel and encircle the collar to hold the collar to the support structure; and a bearing member fixedly attached to a surface of the receiving channel which faces a VIV suppression device received within the receiving channel such that the bearing member remains stationary and contacts a VIV suppression device within the receiving channel while a VIV suppression device rotates about a support structure.