• 03. Where to change the values for Clamp Wb and Wba for BS En 13445 2021 using AutoPIPE Vessel?

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Answer: These values are not user input values or calculated values by the program. These values are referenced by the Allowable Bolt Load table at Room Temp or At Design Temp for the clamped flanges. One can review the referenced table in AutoPIPE…
    • 22 days ago
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  • 24. Limpet Coil Moment of Inertia calculation verification using AutoPIPE Vessel and Microstation

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Review and prove 2 different calculations for Limpet coils: Problem #1: Given the following Confirm AutoPIPE Vessel Moment of Inertia calculation and compare to Microstation AutoPIPE Vessel: Microstation Problem #2: Given the following…
    • 29 days ago
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  • F. General

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    01. Why there are significantly higher values in wind loading in some particular sections of vessels despite the model no platforms / ladders or other equipment? 02. How to check for bolt load calculations for longitudinal saddle load generated during…
    • 29 days ago
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  • B. As Per ASME Section VIII

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    01. Does the calculation of a body flange according to ASME VIII, div 1, consider a rigidity criterion in an AutoPIPE Vessel model? 02. What is the theory being C-factors derivation as per UG-34 in AutoPIPE Vessel? 03. How AutoPIPE Vessel Calculate…
    • 2 months ago
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  • 01. Why there are significantly higher values in wind loading in some particular sections of vessels despite the model no platforms / ladders or other equipment?

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: General Date Logged & Current Version June 2023 43.01.01.011 Problem: Why there are significantly higher values in wind loading in some particular…
    • 2 months ago
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  • 03. The program do not finish the calculation

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: General Date Logged & Current Version June 2023 41.01.01.011 Problem: The program do not finish the calculation Solution: This could be happen…
    • 2 months ago
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  • 047. Do the horizontal seismic actions in AutoPIPE Vessel come from the full weight in case (+), and in case (-) come from a reduced weight? (reduced = 60% of weight)

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Answer: The simple answer is - full weight is NOT 60% of weight. Referencing model from SR provided by the user: " Heater _273_OF 43-9146_RC3 ". Run the file and generate the report. Now go to the case 11. The transverse reaction total…
    • 7 months ago
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  • 06. Confirm calculation of Flange dia with specified tolerance and corrosion settings using AutoPIPE Vessel

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Example: In the flanges of this equipment, a 1 mm tolerance and 1 mm corrosion margin have been indicated, but in the calculations, the thickness "corroded dimensions" only subtracts 1 mm, for example, flange 20.04, nominal thickness 40 mm, calculation…
    • 2 months ago
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  • Calculations

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    A. As Per BS EN 13445-3 B. As Per ASME Section VIII C. As Per CODAP D. PD 5500 E. AD 2000-Merkblatter F. General See Also Bentley AutoPIPE Vessel Support Solutions & FAQ's
    • 2 months ago
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  • 16. How to perform calculations for test case in AutoPIPE Vessel?

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: General Date Logged & Current Version March 2019 41.00.00.006 Problem: How to perform calculations for test case in AutoPIPE Vessel? Solution…
    • 2 months ago
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  • 13. How are the RAHL values calculated? When do the sliding saddles start to move in AutoPIPE Vessel?

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): V8i Area: Calculations Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Date Logged & Current Version Aug. 2015 33.02.02.04 Problem…
    • 2 months ago
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  • 05. Allowable stresses input by user for test conditions in AutoPIPE Vessel

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): V8i, CONNECT Environment: N/A Area: Analysis Subarea: Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Date…
    • 2 months ago
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  • 04. How to calculate the tensile stress in bolts of an AutoPIPE Vessel model?

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: Modeling Date Logged & Current Version June 2018 40.06.00.07 Problem: How to calculate the tensile stress in bolts of an AutoPIPE Vessel model? …
    • 2 months ago
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  • 01. Does the calculation of a body flange according to ASME VIII, div 1, consider a rigidity criterion in an AutoPIPE Vessel model?

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: Report Date Logged & Current Version June 2018 40.06.00.07 Problem: Does the calculation of a body flange according to ASME VIII, div 1, consider…
    • 2 months ago
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  • 02. How to check for bolt load calculations for longitudinal saddle load generated during bundle pullout?

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: Calculations Date Logged & Current Version Oct 2018 40.07.00.007 Problem: How to check for bolt load calculations for longitudinal saddle load generated…
    • 2 months ago
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  • 01. What is the formula used for hydro-test pressure calculations per CODAP Div. 1 used for Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers in AutoPIPE Vessel?

    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Tanaji Gaikwad
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: Calculations Date Logged & Current Version Sept. 2017 40.04.00.08 Problem: Formula for calculation of hydro-test pressure as per CODAP Div.1 is: …
    • 2 months ago
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  • 10. Why are the ASME 2019 - appendix A-2 calculation for Tubesheet with tubes expanded + seal welded not performed?

    JamieP
    JamieP
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: Report Date Logged & Current Version July 2020 41.05.00.008 Problem: When making calculations of a tubesheet with tubes expanded + seal welded, the…
    • over 3 years ago
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  • 25. How are the seismic load is calculated in AutoPIPE Vessel?

    JamieP
    JamieP
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: REport Date Logged & Current Version April 2020 41.04.00.013 Problem: How are the seismic load is calculated in AutoPIPE Vessel? Solution: The…
    • over 3 years ago
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  • Q. Why does AutoPIPE Vessel crash when executing calculation on a tall column with trays?

    Mike Dattilio
    Mike Dattilio
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: Crashed Date Logged & Current Version June 2018 40.06.00.07 Problem: Why does program crash when executing Strength calculations of a tall column…
    • 1 month ago
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  • 27. How to use the Tube sheet Design Conditions dialog in AutoPIPE Vessel?

    JamieP
    JamieP
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): V8i Environment: N/A Area: Calculation Original Author: Bentley Technical Support Group Problem: How to use the Tube sheet Design…
    • over 3 years ago
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  • 05. Why is Bolting Required area = 0 in AutoPIPE Vessel report?

    JamieP
    JamieP
    Applies To Product(s): AutoPIPE Vessel Version(s): ALL Area: Calculation Date Logged & Current Version June 2018 40.06.00.07 Problem: Found the following issues on the baseplate calculations from the output…
    • over 3 years ago
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