The integrity assessment of atmospheric storage tanks is one of the most critical processes within asset management in industrial plants. EEMUA 159, published by the Engineering Equipment and Materials Users Association, constitutes one of the primary technical reference guides for the inspection, integrity assessment, maintenance, and repair of flat-bottomed vertical steel atmospheric tanks. EEMUA 159 […]

In any engineering project, it is common to encounter particularly demanding clients. Some repeatedly modify requirements, others question every technical decision, and some escalate any discrepancy to higher levels of the organization. Although these situations can generate tension, they do not necessarily indicate that the client is problematic. In many cases, behind this behavior lie […]

Modern engineering takes place in an increasingly connected environment. Emails, meetings, instant messages, phone calls, document reviews, and constant consultations are part of the daily routine for many professionals in the industrial sector. However, there is a reality that is rarely addressed: a large part of engineering work requires deep concentration. Activities such as equipment […]

In the majority of industrial projects, the applicable design code is not selected arbitrarily: it is defined by the nature of the system, the owner’s requirements, and the project basis documents. However, understanding the differences between ASME B31.1 and ASME B31.3 remains essential, as key aspects of piping design, fabrication, inspection, and commissioning depend on […]

In the industrial sector, achieving engineering budget approval or a change in technical criteria is usually a challenge. A common mistake when requesting these funds is burying management under a mountain of data or material take-offs. Although technical accuracy is indispensable, the reality is that to secure engineering budget approval, the order of the argument […]

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 […]