When modeling an insert plate at a Nozzle you can generally determine the required size of the insert plate for nozzle reinforcement by setting the "User Specified Limit of Reinforcement" in the Nozzle dialog/area screen.
However, it appears that when you add external nozzle loads and run...
I have a large thin-walled vertical Offgas Drum. The shop just called to say they have the vessel laid horizontally on temp. saddles but they are afraid to start filling with water because they think the vessel will be overstressed.
The vessel is 92'-0" Sm/Sm, 3/8" thick CS, 144" ID. They...
