A tie-in in piping refers to the process of connecting new piping to existing piping. This can be done to extend the existing piping system, add branches to it, or connect it to other equipment....
Category: Piping Design Basics
What is a Piping Manifold? Applications, Types, Purposes, and Design of Piping Manifolds
A piping manifold is a system of pipes, valves, and fittings that are used to distribute or control the flow of fluid, such as water, gas, or oil, in a pipe system. It is a central point where...
What is a Motor Operated Valve or MOV? Types, Working, Applications, and Datasheet for MOV
A motor-operated valve (MOV) is a type of valve that is controlled by an electric motor. The motor rotates a shaft that is connected to the valve, which allows the valve to open or close based on the...
What are Steam Valves? Their Types, Applications, and Specifications
A steam valve is a specific type of valve that is used to control the flow and/ or pressure level of steam and hot water vapor. Steam valves are used in piping systems carrying hot water vapor or...
What is Smart Plant Review (SPR) or Smart Review? Its Functions and Advantages
Intergraph Smart Plant Review or Smart Review is a popular 3D visualization tool. This tool is extensively used by design, visualization engineering, construction, and animation specialist to review...
What is Navisworks? Components, Versions, Functions, and Advantages of Navisworks
As a piping engineer, you must have heard the name of Navisworks, a very useful software tool. The plant review software, Navisworks is widely used by plant design professionals from the Construction...