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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

In the design of piping systems for industrial plants, supports and guides are key elements to ensure mechanical integrity, operability, and the service life of the system. Based on our experience in piping engineering, inadequate support design can lead to excessive stresses, flange leaks, overloads on connected equipment, or recurring vibration and maintenance issues. Support […]

The maintenance and design of storage tanks is not a secondary task; it is a fundamental engineering discipline in industrial plants that requires in-depth knowledge of materials mechanics, corrosion, and the rigorous application of international codes. Atmospheric and low-pressure tanks represent the most vulnerable link in the storage chain for hydrocarbons and chemical products. Their […]