Meena Rezkallah, P.Eng.Sep 7, 20172 min readASME B31.3 TrainingASME B31.3 Limitations on BoltingRequirements for bolting are provided in para. 309. Listed bolting is acceptable. The only relevant component standards are ASME Bl.l,...
Meena Rezkallah, P.Eng.Jun 29, 20172 min readPiping DesignBolt load MonitoringMonitoring of the actual residual bolt load after tightening is essential to ensure that leak-tightness goals are achieved and becomes an...
Meena Rezkallah, P.Eng.Jun 29, 20171 min readPiping DesignBolt SelectionBolts and nuts should be selected to conform to the design specifications set out with the flange design. Care is taken to ensure that...
Meena Rezkallah, P.Eng.Jun 29, 20171 min readPiping DesignFunction of BoltsThe function of a bolt is to provide a clamp load or preload (Fp) to sufficiently compress and stress the gasket and resist the parting...