Vessel orientation is normally the only equipment related layout activity that can be done without specific input from a vendor. All of the information required for vessel orientation is generated on the project in the form of P&ID data and project standards. It is also one of the few activities that will feed one or…
The question on many minds may be “Why does Piping do Vessel Orientation?” We can answer that question two ways. The first answer would be, because of the traditional role of Piper and the content of the vessel orientation activity itself. The traditional role of the Piper has always been the bringing together of multi-discipline…
This article should only be used as a guide. It’s intended purpose is to help the piping designer who is responsible for placement of one specific item in a typical refinery, chemical or petrochemical process plant or someone who may need help in developing a total plot plan for a complex unit. The guidelines given…
A flange is defined as a plate type device, normally round, that is attached to the end of a pipe, fitting, valve or other object to facilitate the assembly and disassembly of a piping system. Flanges, Gaskets & Bolts (Just the basics) Revision 1 Note: This article covers ASME B 16.5 Standard Piping Flanges up to…
Definition: A fitting is a pipe item used for changing direction, branching or attaching in a piping system. There are many different types of fittings and they are produced in all the same sizes and weights (schedules) as the pipe. Fittings are commonly segregated into three groups; Butt-weld, Socket-weld and Screwed. Only the most common…
Pipe is a hollow “tube” used for conveying products and pressure.The products include fluids, gas, slurry, powders, pellets and more.The pressure is hydraulic power. We usually designate the “tube” as pipe in the applicable line class but the definition includes any similar component designed as tubing, which is used for the same application. History: One…
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The Ever-Popular Gate Valve, By: Greg Johnson (Published with the author’s kind permission) This low-tech valve may not have changed much in the last 100 years, but the gate valve plays a major role in virtually every refinery, chemical plant and industrial facility in the world. The most popular style of valve in the world of…
A valve is a mechanical device that regulates the flow of fluids (either gases, fluidised solids, slurries or liquids) by opening, closing, or partially obstructing various passageways. Valves are used in a myriad of industrial, military, commercial, and residential applications. A valve is a mechanical device that regulates the flow of fluids (either gases, fluidised…
Valve Testing By: United Valve (http://www.unitedvalve.com/art-valve_testing.htm) THE INCREASE IN GLOBALLY SOURCED PRODUCTS AND MUCH-REDUCED DOMESTIC MANUFACTURING HAS CAUSED EVERYONE IN THE VALVE SUPPLY CHAIN TO REQUEST AND REQUIRE MORE TESTING. HERE’S A LOOK AT SOME OF THE MOST COMMON VALVE TESTING STANDARDS IN USE TODAY ….. (read more ……) Why Valve Qualification Programs? By: United Valve (http://www.unitedvalve.com/art-valve_qualification_06.htm)…
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