Drip Legs: Definition, Purpose, Configuration, Selection, Installation, and Sizing (PDF)
What is a Drip Leg in Steam Piping? Drip Legs are vertical piping pockets installed in steam piping to collect condensate. Installing drip legs in the proper location serves the purpose of a...
Needle Valve: Definition, Parts, Symbol, Working, Types, Design Standards (PDF)
In a piping system, There are a lot of ways to isolate the flow. Many types of Valve and the blinding system are available for this. But use and purpose of the Needle valves are very different....
Brinell Hardness Test: Introduction, Procedure, Formula, Standards (PDF)
The hardness of a material is its ability to resist localized permanent deformation, penetration, scratching, or indentation. So, it is an important parameter in engineering. Hardness Testing...
Shear Modulus is defined as the ratio of shear stress to the corresponding shear strain within a material's proportional limit. Also known as modulus of rigidity and rigidity modulus, the shear...
A deluge valve is the critical component of the deluge system used in fire protection services. During fire events, deluge valves are activated quickly and deliver a large volume of water over the...
Double Block and Bleed Valve: Introduction, Working, Benefits, Applications
Double Block and Bleed Valve is a single assembly of two inline-block valves and one bleed valve. The task of three separate valves is performed by this assembly while saving huge space, installation...
