IRVING, TX - The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) today announced it has released a new, free, online software tool that aids in designing plastic pressure pipe systems using PEX, PE-RT and CPVC.

While several methods exist for sizing collector pipes on steam lines, the results obtained from the various approaches can be quite different. This article will show how design parameters can be used ...

SHIFTING REQUIREMENTS: The changes in hanger and anchor materials, tooling and safety equipment, and connection methods have both simplified and improved hydronic practices. February 24, 2020 Piping a ...

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems (IPS) is rolling out new digital solutions aimed at making piping system design projects faster and more efficient. The company, which specializes in the ...

Power plant piping with a nominal pipe size of four inches or larger that carries steam or water operating at greater than 750F or 1,025 psi is considered a “covered piping system.” That means the ...

For a yet-to-be-selected fabricator, design large-diameter, corrosion-resistant, filament-wound composite pipe with sufficient strength to resist burial and settlement loads as well as internal ...

Code requires that nuclear plant piping must be designed to withstand seismic effects due to potential earthquake. During a potential loss of coolant accident (LOCA) condition in a pressurized water ...

Fiber architecture, using continuous and chopped glass, mimics an I-beam for axial strength, without the need for axial or helical fibers. Improved glass sizing and toughened resin result in greater ...

For individuals looking to start a new career, or who want to increase their technical skills, Lee College recently launched a process piping design program in which students can gain a foundation in ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...