Piping engineering is one of the pillars of industrial plant design. Far from being limited to drawing lines on layout drawings, this specialty coordinates a vast network of interdisciplinary interactions, makes key decisions at critical project stages, and represents a significant percentage of both the cost and time commitment in engineering and construction. This guide […]
The design and routing of pipelines in industrial plants is a critical task that affects the safety, efficiency, and operability of a facility. From the oil and gas industry to chemical and energy sectors, proper pipeline layout is essential to ensure system reliability and minimize operational and maintenance costs. In this article, we explore the […]
ASME PCC-2 is a post-construction code that provides comprehensive guidelines for the repair and alteration of pressure equipment and piping, covering both welded repairs and mechanical repairs. For the safety of both the system and the personnel involved in its repair and maintenance, it’s important to adhere to the guidelines laid out in the code. […]
The Importance of a Good Plot Plan in an Industrial Plant In the design and operation of an industrial plant, one of the most critical elements is the creation of a good plot plan. A plot plan refers to the detailed, scaled representation of the physical layout of the plant’s components. It serves as a […]
API 570 establishes requirements to maintain the safety and integrity of piping systems already in service. This code is not a substitute that replaces the original design code used for the development of the piping systems. It defines in-service inspection procedures, line condition monitoring, repair, and maintenance, ensuring accurate and timely evaluations to ensure operation […]
Let’s consider, for example, a fully pressurized pressure vessel with a load applied on the nozzle as shown in the picture. This load creates a bending stress (secondary stress) at the nozzle-to-head juncture. In the left-hand side of the nozzle, this load creates a tension strain value ε1 (see below), somewhat beyond the yield strain […]