Dargnan, S.
Validate skin temperature in refractory-lined pipes using manual calculation vs. FEA analysis
Corrosion
/ Engineering & Design
/ Environment & Safety
/ Equipment
/ Heat Transfer
/ Loss Prevention
/ Maintenance & Reliability
/ Piping
/ Reactors
/ Refining
/ Safety
Accurately estimating skin temperature and understanding the impact of refractory lining on thermal performance are crucial aspects of piping system design, operation and maintenance. By recognizing the multifaceted role of refractory lining in enhancing operational efficiency, mitigating risks and extending the lifespan of industrial piping systems, industries can optimize their processes and ensure the reliability and safety of their infrastructure.
Case study: Forced-circulation evaporator piping design
Evaporation and crystallization techniques have many applications in the chemical, fertilizer, metallurgical, chlor-alkali, pigment and dye, food, ash treatment and zero-liquid discharge process industries, among others.
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Project:
Long Son Petrochemicals Complex
Location:
Long Son, Vietnam
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Siam Cement Group
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$5.4 B
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1.65 MMtpy
Completion date:
2023
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Under Construction