In the design of industrial pressure piping systems, two major regulatory families coexist internationally: ASME B31 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) and EN 13480 (European standard harmonized with the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU). For engineers operating in global industrial environments, understanding the differences and similarities between both codes is not merely an academic exercise: it […]

In the complex ecosystem of the industrial sector, critical decision-making in engineering represents the nexus between a project’s economic viability and a plant’s operational safety. It is not simply about applying a formula; it is about managing uncertainty in environments where variables do not always behave according to ideal models. The Weight of the Signature: […]

Designing an industrial plant requires much more than performing mass and energy balances. Furthermore, it is fundamental to consider how the system must react to operational failures or unforeseen events. Alarms and protections in industrial processes act as the necessary barrier to prevent exceeding safety limits. Consequently, thanks to these systems, facilities are protected against […]

In the modern industrial environment, decisions are never isolated. a seemingly minor change in the design of a critical piece of equipment directly impacts ease of assembly, maintenance strategy, and, of course, compliance with current regulations. If you lead projects or manage an engineering office, you already know that the challenge is not only technical […]

In industrial thermal engineering practice, shell and tube heat exchangers constitute one of the most versatile and widespread pieces of equipment for heat transfer between process streams. Their presence is dominant in refineries, chemical and petrochemical plants, power generation facilities, and numerous continuous process installations. Based on our experience in design, operations, and technical training, […]

The Selection, Installation, Operation, and Maintenance of Rotating Equipment is, without doubt, one of the most critical areas with the highest economic impact in plant engineering. Pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and turbines are the assets that drive processes, and their reliability is directly proportional to the profitability of the operation. A failure in rotating equipment does […]