Category: Technical Blog

PASS/START-PROF 4.86 pipe stress analysis software interface displaying a 3D piping model.

Discover the latest features and capabilities of PASS/START-PROF 4.86, the advanced pipe stress analysis software for modern piping engineers.

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ASME certification mark stamped on an industrial pressure vessel nameplate

Learn what ASME certification is, the step-by-step procedure to obtain it, and the significance of the ASME certification mark.

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Professional technician inserting a high-pressure hydro jetting nozzle into a sewer pipe cleanout.

Discover what hydro jetting is, how this high-pressure sewer cleaning method works, and its key engineering applications for clearing stubborn pipe blockages.

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Side-by-side comparison diagram of stub-in and stub-on piping branch connections.

Learn the key differences between stub-in vs stub-on piping connections, including design, reinforcement, welding, and industry applications.

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A restriction orifice plate installed between pipe flanges in an industrial piping system.

Learn what a restriction orifice (RO) is, how it works, its key types, industrial applications, and essential sizing guidelines.

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3D CAD model of an industrial piping system showing color-coded stress analysis on a computer screen.

Learn the fundamentals of pipe stress analysis, its importance in piping design, key codes like ASME B31.3, and essential software tools.

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3D CAD render of a piping reinforcement pad welded at a branch connection.

Learn what a reinforcement pad (RePAD/RF Pad) is, how it works, and its critical role in piping and pressure vessel design.

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Industrial parallel pipelines on a steel rack showing proper pipe spacing clearance.

Learn what pipe spacing is, why it matters in piping design, and how to use a pipeline spacing chart to ensure safe, efficient layouts.

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Technician performing Positive Material Identification testing on industrial piping using a handheld XRF analyzer.

Learn what Positive Material Identification (PMI) is, its key testing methods like XRF and OES, industrial applications, and benefits.

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Professional pipefitter in safety gear aligning a large steel pipe flange in an industrial facility

Discover what pipefitters do, including job requirements, essential tools, average salaries, training paths, and how they differ from plumbers.

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Comparison graphic of E3D and SP3D plant design software interfaces showing 3D piping models.

Compare E3D and SP3D plant design software. Discover key differences in performance, UI, and integration for engineering projects.

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3D CAD rendering of a flanged elbow in a piping system showing stress analysis heat map

Learn how flanged elbows and bends affect piping flexibility, stress intensification factors (SIF), and overall piping stress analysis.

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