Offshore Oil Pipeline Launcher Design >> Quick Opening Closure >> ASME Requirements
Offshore Oil Pipeline Launcher Design >> Quick Opening Closure >> ASME Requirements
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I am designing an Offshore Oil Pipeline Pig Launcher Skid in accordance with ASME B31.4. In regards to the Quick Opening Closure for accessing the Pig, I have seen previous "industry" designs where the closure is specified in accordance with ASME VIII Div. 1 and the Launcher Barrel is in accordance with ASME B31.4.
Can anyone explain to me why ASME VIII Div. 1 is chosen in lieu of ASME B31.4 for the Closure?
Thank you.
Can anyone explain to me why ASME VIII Div. 1 is chosen in lieu of ASME B31.4 for the Closure?
Thank you.





RE: Offshore Oil Pipeline Launcher Design >> Quick Opening Closure >> ASME Requirements
The rest of the launcher though is no more than a manifold and can be designed and analysed with 31.4 better than a pressure vessel code which would result in much greater weight for little or no benefit.
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RE: Offshore Oil Pipeline Launcher Design >> Quick Opening Closure >> ASME Requirements
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RE: Offshore Oil Pipeline Launcher Design >> Quick Opening Closure >> ASME Requirements
I hate Windowz 8!!!!