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    Waiving a Hydrotest

    We are planning on waiving a hydrotest by meeting the requirements in API 653. One of those requirements is written acceptance by the owner/operator. Is there a standard form somewhere in API 653/650 or 579 we can use? I can't seem to find one... Thanks
  2. ianmcdz

    Large Diameter Slip On Flange

    I noticed B16.47 doesn't mention anything about slip on flanges - why is this? Is there some other standard that does?
  3. ianmcdz

    Slurry Pipeline Repair

    Hello, Has anybody repaired a slurry pipeline with an external Fibreglass or Carbon fibre wrap? How did they hold up? The slurry is water with some sand in it. How do carbon fibre/ Fibreglass work in an erosive service? Would they hole through extremely quickly? Thanks
  4. ianmcdz

    Help With Quick Scaffolding/Platform Method for Cone shaped API 650 ve

    Has anybody dealt with different methods of getting work platforms into a large conical vessel? (Approx 150-200' tall) The last conventional scaffolding install took too long for our time slot. The top of the vessel can be removed and there is a 42" manway at the bottom of the cone. Pointy end...
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    Innovating Scaffolding Method for Cone shaped API 650 vessel

    Has anybody dealt with different methods of getting work platforms into a large conical vessel? (Approx 150-200' tall) The last conventional scaffolding install took too long for our time slot. The top of the vessel can be removed and there is a 42" manway at the bottom of the cone. I'm looking...
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    Abrasive Slurry Erosion Rate Formulas

    Hello, I'm looking for a formula that relates pipe material properties and service to erosion rates due to an abrasive slurry. Thanks!

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