Process Design Engineering Crash Course - Pipe Sizing 101: Criteria, Calculation, and Best Practices for Process Engineers

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5.3 hours of video
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Discover the critical role of pipe sizing in plant operation, safety, and efficiency. In this comprehensive video, we dive deep into the key criteria and calculation procedures process engineers must consider when determining the optimal pipe size. Learn about the impact of velocity, pressure drop, and two-phase flow on pipe sizing decisions, and how to navigate common challenges. Gain valuable insights into industry standards, best practices, and the importance of proper documentation in the project workflow. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, this video is a must-watch for anyone involved in process engineering and plant design. Link to original article: https://boostrand.com/how-pipe-sizing-works-in-a-process-plant/ Pipe Sizing Course: https://boostrand.com/pipe-sizing Pipe Sizing, pump and control hydraulics Course Bundle: https://courses.boostrand.com/course-bundles?bundleCode=HYDRAULICALC #PipeSizing #ProcessEngineering #PlantOperation #Safety #Efficiency #Velocity #PressureDrop #TwoPhaseFlow #FlowRegimes #IndustryStandards #BestPractices #ProjectWorkflow #PID #ProcessDesign #chemicalengineering ▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 0:00 - Introduction 0:35 - Effects of Incorrect Pipe Sizing 1:15 - Consequences of Poor Pipe Sizing 1:51 - Criteria for Choosing Pipe Size 2:36 - Velocity and Pipe Erosion 3:23 - Standards and Velocity Criteria 4:08 - Minimum Velocity Criteria 5:26 - Maximum Pressure Drop Criteria 6:03 - Example of Pressure Drop Impact 7:22 - Calculating Pressure Drop 8:03 - Rough Sizing Approach 9:00 - Firm Approach in Sizing 9:45 - Hydraulics of Reboiler and Condenser 10:22 - PSV and Flare Header Lines 11:07 - Two-Phase Flow Types 11:56 - Flow Regime Factors 12:35 - Slug Flow Description 13:15 - Handling Intermittent Flow 14:31 - Design Criteria Variations 15:18 - Standard Pipe Sizes 16:43 - Pipe Designation and Schedules 17:32 - Steps to Calculate Pipe Size 18:56 - Using Tools for Pipe Sizing 19:35 - Conclusion: Importance of Accurate Pipe Sizing