Hot Bend/Elbows
Hot Bend/Elbows
(OP)
Hello Every one,
I would like to have your thoughts about: using hot bends instead of elbows. ( on shore plant all diameters)
(Of course we have to make sure that the required wall thick doesnot change after bending).
what are advantages vs inconvenients..
Any commnets will be appreciated.
thanks.
Dj.
I would like to have your thoughts about: using hot bends instead of elbows. ( on shore plant all diameters)
(Of course we have to make sure that the required wall thick doesnot change after bending).
what are advantages vs inconvenients..
Any commnets will be appreciated.
thanks.
Dj.





RE: Hot Bend/Elbows
My thoughts on the matter, and this is from a pipeline perspective, not plant piping - I would only use induction bends if absolutely neccessary and I couldn't get by with cold (field) bending or if I had a tight spot and for some reason an elbow (5d, 10d) would not work, i.e. if you need a change in direction such as 70 degrees and a standard fitting just would not work.
The cost is the primary reason. Induction bends are not cheap.
Greg Lamberson, BS, MBA
Consultant - Upstream Energy
Website: www.oil-gas-consulting.com
RE: Hot Bend/Elbows
RE: Hot Bend/Elbows