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2ndmoment
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Joined: Sep 20, 2007
Topics: 8 / Replies: 21
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RE: We know the basic difference between ASME 31.1 & ASME 31.3. But, can you explain in detail three or more major…

Karthik, The difference between the two codes may, very simplistically, be reduced to these areas: 1. Intent 2. Economics 3. Operations The intent ...

17 years ago
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RE: a massive slowdown, some might say the industry is grinding to a halt. This appears to be caused by many projects…

We're seeing exactly the same thing in South Africa. Mineral, chemical and water plants have ground to a halt with all project work decisions being pu...

18 years ago
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RE: a massive slowdown, some might say the industry is grinding to a halt. This appears to be caused by many projects…

We're seeing exactly the same thing in South Africa. Mineral, chemical and water plants have ground to a halt with all project work decisions being pu...

18 years ago
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RE: what are input requried for prepration of isometric drawing

An excellent response Jop. Taking the liberty, on behalf of everyone, thank you for your attention - it is most valued. To add to the above breakdo...

19 years ago
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RE: rently based the required spans on maximum defelection. This seems reasonable as it considers factors like drainage…

Jop, Too true! It is maximum pipe span or conversely minimum number of supports per length of pipe. Thanks

19 years ago
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RE: pecially if the pump is out of service. Ovbsiouly a drain is not going to be as effective as a flanged spool that…

Wilson, There are more similarities with slurry piping and petrochemical than one might think. Let me first address the above comment by 11echo ...

19 years ago
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RE: Is there a requirement in a particular code or recommended practices document that requires a certain length of…

Apart from the valuable data available from the Hydraulic Institute, another credible source for back up as a hard reference may be found in the book:...

19 years ago
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RE: While specifying reducers and reducing tees, sometimes we dont specify schedules for both the sizes. Bigger size…

The most plausible reason for schedules and wall thickness of fittings being left off specifications is that specifying fittings is hardly ever done i...

19 years ago
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