Tag: Piping Engineering

Industrial PVC piping and fittings arranged on a workbench

Explore PVC piping and fittings, including manufacturing, standards, support spans, UV resistance, joining methods, and comparisons to carbon steel.

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3D CAD model of a pipe trunnion dummy support welded to a process pipeline resting on structural steel.

Learn how to design pipe trunnions and dummy supports, understand their structural behavior, and perform accurate stress calculations.

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3D CAD render of a sliding pipe support with PTFE slide plate and force vectors

Learn how pipe support friction coefficient affects frictional loads in piping systems, including material values and stress analysis tips.

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Dual insulated piping system with specialized pipe support shoes in an industrial facility.

Learn the engineering principles and best practices for supporting dual insulated piping systems to prevent thermal bridging and damage.

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Industrial pipe shoe welded to an insulated pipeline resting on a steel support beam.

Learn what a pipe shoe is, its primary functions in piping systems, and the different types used to support and protect pipes.

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A 3D render of an industrial Double Block and Bleed valve installed on a pipeline.

Learn how a Double Block and Bleed (DBB) valve works, its key components, and its critical safety applications in industrial piping systems.

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A collection of different types of metal pipe clamps used in plumbing and industrial piping systems.

Discover the essential types of pipe clamps used in piping and plumbing, their unique applications, and how to choose the right one.

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Industrial variable spring hanger supporting a high-temperature steam pipe

Learn what a spring hanger is, its vital purpose in piping systems, the different types available, and how to select the right one.

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Industrial thermal relief valve installed on a pipeline bypass loop

Thermal Relief Valve (TRV): A specialized overpressure protection device designed to release small volumes of fluid expanded by thermal energy in blocked-in piping or vessels, ensuring compliance with ASME Section VIII and API Standard 520.

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Thick-walled high-pressure steel piping and flanged connections in an industrial plant conforming to ASME B31.3 Chapter IX.

Learn the technical basis and design requirements of ASME B31.3 Chapter IX for high-pressure piping systems in process industries.

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Engineer analyzing a 3D piping system model using Caesar II software on dual monitors.

Master piping stress analysis with our 35+ hour Caesar II online course. Learn ASME codes, static & dynamic analysis, and real-world design.

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3D render of a piping reinforcing pad showing a weep hole for venting and leak detection.

Learn the purpose, design, and safety functions of a weep hole in piping systems and pressure vessels.

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