
Fiberglass Replacement Pipe: Surge Analysis Case Study
Introduction In a large industrial plant located in the southern Netherlands, a complex pipeline network traverses multiple sections separated by two major highways. This network,

Introduction In a large industrial plant located in the southern Netherlands, a complex pipeline network traverses multiple sections separated by two major highways. This network,

A new off-loading system is under consideration for an ammonia storage plant, designed to transfer ammonia (NH3) from a jetty to three storage tanks. This

The exploration of various methods to enhance the Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of a 6-bed polybed vessel focuses on addressing potential fatigue issues. A Finite

During the design phase of a sea jetty for an oil terminal, Dynaflow Research Group (DRG) conducted a comprehensive stress analysis for the glass reinforced

A comprehensive vibration analysis was conducted on a water feed line operating in a slug flow regime. Slug flow, characterized by large intermittent fluid slugs

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Large amplitude vibrations in a process line have resulted in damage to several pipe supports. DRG was engaged to identify the root cause of these

The vessel under consideration features three horizontal trays positioned at different elevations. These perforated trays are supported by and welded to a support ring, which

A finite element analysis (FEA) was requested for a fiberglass coupler used in centrifugal cast fiberglass pipes. The aim was to evaluate the structural integrity

In the framework of a testing program for glass-reinforced epoxy (GRE) pipes, the long-term material strength properties at a high temperature of 150°C are determined

Surge analysis in LNG bunkering systems is essential to ensure safe and efficient operations, particularly when fueling ferry ships. This analysis involves evaluating several worst-case

A shell and tube heat exchanger is utilized to condense propylene gas. The temperature of the propylene gas entering the shell side cycles through a

The client requested a static stress analysis for two cooling water headers, which were to be replaced with headers made from Glass Reinforced Epoxy (GRE).

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A branch connection linking to a high-pressure steam attemperator has experienced a failure, similar to a previous incident. Observations on-site indicate periodic movement of the

This project involves a feasibility study for designing a flue gas duct in a carbon capture and storage plant. The scope includes conceptualizing two large-diameter,

At an oil refinery plant in Saudi Arabia, a fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) pipe fire water system has been installed, predominantly buried underground. Since its installation,

A dryer vessel is designed for the purpose of removing water from ‘wet’ propylene liquid, where ‘wet’ denotes the presence of a small quantity of

A 5-inch glass-reinforced epoxy (GRE) transportation line has been installed underground, featuring several above-ground steel pipe connections. Designed to withstand a pressure of 150 bar

A planned modification to a cokes gas piping involves the installation of a new pipeline to a gas user and the decommissioning of an existing

Table of Contents A Good GRP Code Covers a Large Variety of Products and Loading Conditions A robust Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) piping code must

Thermal bowing is a structural phenomenon that arises when a temperature gradient exists across the cross-section of a pipe or vessel. In typical pipe design,

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In the chemical and energy industries, liquid products such as LNG, ammonia, or naphtha are commonly transferred between ships and onshore storage tanks. These transfers

In the engineering domain, accurately simulating transient events in pipeline systems is critical, particularly for essential safety mechanisms such as firewater systems. These systems, typically

Introduction Pressure vessels are critical components in a wide range of industries, including power generation, petrochemical processing, and industrial manufacturing. These vessels are designed to

When Theodor von Kármán first discovered vortex shedding in 1911, he likely had no idea how pivotal his work would become for modern engineering, particularly

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