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construction-design

Upward vs. Downward Pipe Branches: Which One Is Better for Your Plant?

Should you branch your pipe upward or downward? Learn the pros and cons of both designs and find out which one is better for safety and maintenance in industrial systems.
procurement

Understanding General Contractors and Separate Contracts in EPC Projects

Learn the differences between General Contractor and Separate Contract models in EPC projects. Ideal for plant engineers handling chemical plant construction and project execution.
construction-design

Liquid Lock in Piping: Hidden Risks and How to Prevent Them

Learn the hidden dangers of liquid lock in chemical plant piping. This guide explains thermal expansion, valve risks, freezing, and practical prevention methods to avoid costly and dangerous failures.
machine-design

Beginner’s Guide: What to Check in a Piping Diagram Before Designing Equipment

Learn what to check in a piping diagram (P&ID) before designing equipment in a plant. A simple guide for beginners in plant design and engineering.
construction-design

Restriction Orifice Installation Direction and Its Impact on Pressure Loss

Learn how restriction orifice installation direction affects pressure loss in chemical plants. Practical design tips, common pitfalls, and advanced cases explained for engineers.
construction-design

What Is a Spiral Wound Gasket? Structure, Features, and Practical Applications Explained

Learn the basics of spiral wound gaskets: structure, high-pressure resistance, types, and material selection. A practical guide for plant engineers and maintenance staff.
machine-design

Safe depressurization of pressure vessels — how to use pressure-reducing valves and safety valves correctly

Safe depressurization of pressure vessels: learn how to coordinate pressure-reducing valves and safety valves, understand cracking/popping/reseat/blowdown, and avoid nuisance relief or unsafe overpressure.
maintenance

TBM, CBM, BM: Understanding Maintenance Terminology in Plants

Understand TBM, CBM, BM, and other maintenance terms used in chemical plants. A clear guide for plant engineers to correctly apply preventive, condition-based, and breakdown maintenance.
machine-design

What Is an Analysis 10-Dish Plate? A Simple Guide for Sampling in Distillation Columns

Learn what an analysis 10-dish plate is and how it's used to take samples from distillation columns. A beginner-friendly explanation for process engineers.
machine-design

Tank Nozzle Orientation: Practical Guidelines for Design and Operation

Learn the key design guidelines for tank nozzle orientation. Improve safety, reduce pipe stress, and ensure easy maintenance with these practical engineering tips.