Piping Design

Hydraulic design (flow, velocities, pressure drop)
In piping design, it is crucial to understand the hydraulic aspects. This includes analyzing the flow of fluids, determining velocities in pipe systems and assessing pressure drop to ensure an efficient and effective system.

Piping Specification (materials, pipe schedule, classification of components)
Defining piping system specifications is fundamental. This includes selecting appropriate materials, determining pipe schedules and assigning classifications to components to ensure system compatibility with the intended application.

Insulation and thermal losses
To address energy efficiency, piping design includes considerations for insulation and thermal losses. This helps maintain desired temperatures within the system and minimizes unnecessary energy waste.

Piping Lists
Developing comprehensive lists of the various components and specifications within the piping system is essential. This serves as a reference for all parties involved and streamlines design execution.

Mechanical piping design (thickness calculation) e.g. conform ASME B31.1 / B31.3 etc.
According to industry standards, mechanical design includes calculating the thickness of piping. This ensures that the piping system can withstand the internal and external forces it may encounter during operation.

2D/3D Piping Routing and Modeling
Creating detailed layout plans is a vital step. Using both 2D and 3D models helps visualize the entire piping system, ensures accurate routing and facilitates effective communication in the design process.

Isometric Drawings for Construction
Providing clear and detailed isometric drawings is essential for construction teams. These drawings provide a three-dimensional representation of the piping system, which helps in accurate and efficient implementation.

Bill of Materials (Parts lists)
Developing comprehensive parts lists is necessary to keep track of required components and quantities. This contributes to efficient procurement and construction processes.

As-Built Design
Documenting the final state of the piping system, known as As-Built Design, ensures that the built system matches the original design intent. This documentation serves as a valuable reference for future maintenance and modifications.

Analysis of flexibility

Analysis of flexibility of piping systems
A vital component is conducting flexibility analyses in accordance with industry standards mentioned earlier. This includes assessing how piping systems respond to thermal expansion or shrinkage to ensure that the system can accommodate these changes without causing stress-related problems.

Buried pipelines
Additional research for buried pipelines is vital in pipeline design. Understanding the impact of soil conditions and environmental factors on buried pipe systems ensures that they remain intact over time, preventing potential problems such as corrosion or deformation.

Support design
Determining the type and position of supports is an important aspect of piping design. Proper selection and placement of supports are essential to maintain stability and prevent excessive movement or stresses in the piping system.

Check of allowable loads
It is vital that loads on equipment, such as pumps or other static equipment, are within allowable limits. This means using appropriate industry standards to assess and verify the structural integrity of these connections.

Dynamic analysis
Dynamic analysis, which includes modal and harmonic analysis, is an essential element in the design of piping systems. This includes evaluating the system's response to dynamic forces, such as vibration or pulsations, to ensure that the piping can withstand these dynamic conditions without compromising its structural integrity.

Determination of SIF
In advanced pipeline flexibility analysis, determining the Stress Intensification Factor (SIF) is vital, especially for unique geometries not covered by standard codes. This means that specific methodologies must be used to assess and calculate stress intensification in non-conventional pipeline configurations.

Large diameter or rectangular ducts and pipes
Additional failure mode analysis is required when working with large diameter or rectangular ducts. This includes evaluating the system's response to buckling under specific conditions to ensure structural stability in these unique geometries.

Special transition sections
Special transitions between rectangular and circular sections require careful consideration in pipe design. Analysis of stress and deformation in these transition areas ensures smooth and reliable operation of the pipeline system.

Specialized support design
Specialized support design is an important element in advanced piping flexibility analysis. This includes matching support structures to unique conditions, considering factors such as load distribution and thermal expansion, to ensure the overall stability and integrity of the piping system.

Creep range design
Advanced flexibility analysis focuses on the creep range, where materials deform over time under sustained loads. Designing for and working within the creep range ensures long-term durability and reliability of the piping system.

Cyclic loads and fatigue analysis
Monitoring cyclic loads and performing fatigue analysis is vital in advanced pipe design. This involves assessing how the pipe system responds to repeated loading and unloading cycles to ensure that it can withstand these dynamic conditions without fatigue-related failures over time.