Hi,
I am struggeling with the requirements as per latest revision of B31.3. We are located in Germany so I don't really understand the requirements in detail.
There are 4 main criteria:
(a) Completion of a degree, accredited by an independent
agency [such as ABET (U.S. and international), NBA...
Hi all,
we are struggeling with the amount of VT for normal fluid service.
In the latest revision 100% VT is required for all completed welds except those in components made in accordance with a listed standard. Components in that case are valves etc.? So 100% is required for all fittings...
Hi guys,
I am wondering about the design of most suppliers for API Pump skids especially API 681.
In most cases it is required to keep pipe length as short as possible for a good process. When you hit the google search you can find a lot of examples for those pump skids with Vessels, HX, etc.
Do...
Hi all,
Is there any reference in the B31.3 regarding the code to follow for the structural steel for the pipe supports or are we free to use anything we like? I saw a reference to AISC Manual but not for structural steel. For wind and seismic ASCE7 has to be followed. The information I can...
Hey guys,
we often get the question from customer side if we have dynamic loads coming out of the pump to the foundation.
Normally we say the dynamic loads are negligible in contrast to the static weight load because it is a liquid ring machine and not a reciprocating machine. Even the process...
Hi guys,
my company is fabricating equipment with piping on it (pumps and max 10 m of piping) acc. to e.g. ASME B31.3.
Normally we go with an anchor point directly at the Tie-In point to have clear separation between our side and the customer side.
Often the customer asks for allowable forces...
