This is an existing exchanger with both tubesheets fixed. The top tubesheet is integral with the shell with a bolted on bonnet.
As stated previously, the bottom tubesheet is integral with the shell and a cylinder on the tubeside. The cylinder on the tubeside (24-inches long) is attached to a...
I am attempting to build the following rear (bottom)channel assembly in Compress:
Tubesheet (integral with shell and channel)
24-inch long channel
Body Flange
36-inch long channel
Ellipsoidal head with 1" SF
Any suggestions on how to build this in the Compress Heat Exchanger module?
I am assuming by DA Tank, this is a dearator storage tank. If you are performing weld repairs on the DA Tank, plan on performing a PWHT (local) on the repair area. Weldments in DA Tanks are subject to cracking. There was quite a bit of study/inspection on the cracking mechanism a few (?)...
A colleague has informed me (incorrectly I believe) that it is possible to model a distillation column with a guide (or guides) located along the length of the column for wind loading in Compress. I do not believe this is available in Compress. I think that I should use a beam modeling program...