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Line Stopping Equipment and Services

Schallert Enterprises manufactures durable line stopping equipment and complementary hot tapping tools for pipeline service companies, utilities, and industrial operators. From folding heads and actuators to completion plug setters and custom-built systems, our USA-made equipment supports controlled maintenance, repairs, and valve replacements without unnecessary service interruption. Explore solutions designed for dependable performance across demanding pipeline applications.

Line stopping equipment installed on an industrial pipeline

Our Line Stopping Equipment Services

Purpose-built equipment and components for reliable pipeline isolation, maintenance, repair, and completion work.

Line Stop Equipment

Complete line stop equipment manufactured to support each stage of pipeline isolation, including heads, housings, actuators, flanges, and completion tools for demanding maintenance applications.

Folding Heads

Choose from 13 folding head products designed to help create effective line stops while reducing the need for larger taps, valves, and fittings on smaller applications.

Completion Plug Setters

Completion plug setting machines finish line stopping jobs efficiently. Three plug setter sizes cover a broad range of plug sizes and provide 500 pressure ratings.

Line Stop Flanges

Line stop completion flanges feature sealing push-style completion plugs and accessible set pins. Contoured nozzles can be supplied for direct welding onto pipe of virtually any size.

Jackscrews & Actuators

Jackscrews and actuators are manufactured as essential line stopping components, providing the controlled mechanical movement needed to position and operate line stop equipment.

Custom Equipment

Custom tapping and line stopping equipment is manufactured around exact operational requirements, helping customers address unique pipeline sizes, configurations, and equipment compatibility needs.

Built for the Job

Equipment Built for Controlled Pipeline Isolation

Schallert Enterprises supplies the equipment needed to isolate pipeline sections so maintenance, repairs, valve work, and replacements can proceed with minimal disruption. Our line stopping range covers equipment from folding and pivoting heads to flanges, actuators, housings, and completion plug setters. With solutions for lines from 5 to 84 inches and custom manufacturing capabilities, customers can specify equipment that fits the job.

Technician preparing line stop equipment for pipeline work
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Trusted Equipment Results

See why pipeline professionals choose dependable Schallert equipment for critical line stopping work.

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The Schallert Difference

Why Choose Schallert Enterprises?

Practical manufacturing capabilities and dependable equipment for challenging pipeline work.

Complete Range

Equipment supports line stopping work from initial setup through secure completion and plug setting.

Custom Manufacturing

Exact-fit tapping and line stopping equipment can be manufactured for specialized pipeline requirements.

USA-Made Equipment

Tapping machines and equipment are manufactured in the USA for durable, consistent construction.

Broad Capability

Solutions support pipeline servicing from 5 to 84 inches, with tapping machines covering ¾ to 72 inches.

The Schallert Enterprises Team

Equipment specialists focused on reliable pipeline service solutions.

Schallert Enterprises is a machine shop and water works equipment supplier focused on practical equipment for pipeline service professionals. The company manufactures its own hot tapping and line stopping product lines, giving customers access to coordinated tools for critical isolation, cutting, and completion work. Its range includes tapping machines, adapters, cutters, pilot drills, folding heads, pivoting heads, actuators, flanges, housings, and plug setters. Schallert Enterprises works with pipeline service companies, water utilities, municipal water services, industrial pipeline operators, and oil and gas customers seeking dependable equipment for demanding applications. Guided by its mission to supply effective solutions for any size pipeline, the company builds equipment intended to deliver long-term service when used and maintained properly.

5–84 in.Line stopping solutions for a broad range of pipeline diameters.
¾–72 in.Tapping machine capability across common and large tap sizes.
USA-MadeTapping machines and equipment manufactured in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is line stopping equipment used for?

Line stopping equipment is used to temporarily isolate a section of pressurized pipeline so crews can perform maintenance, repair damaged sections, replace valves, or modify the line. A properly selected line stop setup can help keep the remaining system in operation, reducing the need for a full shutdown. Required components commonly include a line stop head, housing, actuator, flange, and completion equipment.

What pipeline sizes can Schallert line stopping equipment support?

What is the difference between a folding head and a pivoting head?

Can line stopping be performed without shutting down the entire pipeline?

Does Schallert manufacture custom line stopping equipment?

What equipment is needed to complete a line stopping job?

What are completion plug setters and housings?

Can Schallert equipment work with other tapping machines?

Need Help Selecting Equipment?

Talk with our team about your pipeline size and application.

Built for Confidence

Awards and Recognition

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USA-Made Equipment

Manufactured in the United States for dependable pipeline work.

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Industry-Tested Products

Equipment used by leading pipeline industry companies over time.

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Custom Manufacturing

Made to address exact pipeline equipment requirements.

Specify the Right Line Stopping Equipment

Tell us about your pipeline size, application, and equipment requirements. Our team will help identify available products or discuss a custom-built solution.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 951-674-6773. You can also send us a quick email at sales@schallertenterprises.com.