Empire Industries
Fig. 167MSS MSS Pipe Covering Protection Shield
- SKU:
- Fig. 167MSS
- Availability:
- Usually Ships Same Day
- Weight:
- 0.00 LBS
Description
Fig. 167MSS MSS Pipe Covering Protection Shield
Empire Fig. 167MSS MSS Pipe Covering Protection Shield is designed for the outside of foam or fiberglass insulation on stationary pipe lines to prevent crushing of the insulation without breaking the vapor barrier.

Product Highlights
- Designed for foam or fiberglass insulation
- For stationary pipe lines
- Helps prevent crushing of insulation without breaking the vapor barrier
- Not designed for pipe rollers
- Available in pre-galvanized, T-304 stainless steel, and T-316 stainless steel
- Domestically manufactured
- Complies with WW-H-171-E Type 41 and MSS SP-58 / SP-69 Type 40
Shield Selection
Empire provides separate shield selection charts for nominal pipe and copper tubing based on pipe or tubing size and insulation thickness. Refer to the Fig. 167MSS submittal for the correct shield size.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Empire Industries |
|---|---|
| Figure | 167MSS |
| Product Type | MSS Pipe Covering Protection Shield |
| Materials / Finishes | Pre-Galvanized (167MSSG), T-304 Stainless Steel (167MSSSS), T-316 Stainless Steel (167MSSSX) |
| Service | Stationary Pipe Lines with Foam or Fiberglass Insulation |
| Approvals | WW-H-171-E Type 41; MSS SP-58 and SP-69 Type 40 |
| Shield Lengths | 12", 18", and 24", depending on shield size |
| Pipe Rollers | Not Designed for Pipe Rollers |
Important Ordering Notes
- Specify the figure number and shield size when ordering.
- Confirm the pipe or tubing size and insulation thickness before selecting a shield.
Product Documents
Product Questions
What is the Fig. 167MSS designed for?
It is designed for the outside of foam or fiberglass insulation on stationary pipe lines to prevent crushing of the insulation without breaking the vapor barrier.
Can the Fig. 167MSS be used with pipe rollers?
No. Empire specifies that this protection shield is not designed for pipe rollers.
How do I select the correct shield size?
Select the shield according to the nominal pipe or copper tubing size and insulation thickness. Refer to the Fig. 167MSS submittal for the complete selection charts.

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