Finite Element Analysis
Finite element analysis is strongly recommended to be carried out on process piping system to prevent fatigue or vibration induced crack at piping connection, especially on small pipe (under 2”) and resulted in loss of containment of fluid in pipe. This is very critical if piping system is transporting flammable or toxic fluid and resulted in undesired incident; e.g. fire or explosion.
After the analysis is carried out, we can recommend area where additional pipe hanger and/or pipe support be installed.
