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Piping Isometrics Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners | ASME B31.1

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Piping isometrics step by step for beginners in piping engineering

Learn piping isometrics step by step with clear explanations designed for beginners in piping engineering. This practical guide explains piping design using real plant examples, including P&ID interpretation, line numbering system, piping class, and material specification. Based on ASME B31.1 power piping and industry best practices used in oil and gas piping projects. Ideal for … Read more

Pipe Thickness in Piping Design (ASME B31.3 Explained)

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Pipe thickness measurement using vernier caliper on industrial piping system, illustrating ASME B31.3 pipe thickness requirements in piping design

Introduction In piping design, selecting the correct pipe thickness is one of the most fundamental engineering tasks. Pipe thickness directly affects pressure containment, mechanical strength, corrosion life, safety, and project cost. In Oil and Gas Piping, chemical plants, refineries, and power plants, pipe thickness is not chosen arbitrarily. It is calculated using ASME B31 codes, … Read more