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Gate valve tightness issues
Hello, We recently installed a piping network in which there are several gate valves. All gate valves are socket welded, 1500#, SA-105, metal seats, less than 2'. Fabricated and tester as per ASME B16.34 @ API-598. Operating conditions: 1500psi@520F A few valves have shown some leaks during...- DG4
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- Forum: Valve engineering
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FEA on ASME Section VIII division 2
Hi, I'm a mechanical engineer that designs ASME Section VIII division 1 vessels. There is a situation at the facility I'm working and I would like to have some advice/opinions on how to address the issue. The production staff wants to use an existing nozzle on a tank in a way that would...- DG4
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- Forum: Boiler and Pressure Vessel engineering
