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Sep 27, 20174 min read

Hierarchy of Piping Design Documents

In today’s atmosphere of complex projects, extended liabilities, tight cost controls, and strict quality standards, it is essential that...

Sep 25, 20172 min read

ASME B31.3 Limitations on Miscellaneous Joints

Caulked and soldered joints are only permitted in Category D Fluid Service. Caulked joints are further limited to a maximum temperature...

Sep 21, 20171 min read

ASME B31.3 Limitations Tubing Joints

Tubing joints are covered by para. 315, and include flared, flareless, and compression-type tube fittings. ASME B31.3 provides some...

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Sep 18, 20172 min read

ASME B31.3 Limitations on Threaded Joints

Most threaded joints in ASME B31.3 piping systems are made with taper threads in accordance with ASME B 1.20.1. Figure 5.1 shows a taper...

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Sep 14, 20171 min read

ASME B31.3 Limitations on Flanged Joints

Flanges are discussed in previous post (ASME B31.3 Limitations on Flanges). Additional requirements for flanged joints are provided in...

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