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PiperMike
@mike-vezina
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Last seen: Oct 16, 2026
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RE: Root Gaps in 2D CAD Programs

JOP is absolutely correct, that the foreman and the project engineering team, had no idea what they were doing. In the real world, we do not know the...

9 years ago
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RE: Dead End Platform Maximum Length

knives Working on large scale facilities the platforming for equipment, control and operating valve stations, PSV valves, become quite large and a ...

12 years ago
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RE: Dead End Platform Maximum Length

Thanks Anton Your reasoning makes sense for the shorter dead end platform length. Considering how long the old EC majors and old energy companies ...

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

On the subject of piping spans. The petroleum industry has a standard of 1/2" to 3/4" maximum deflection, depending on the owner.

17 years ago