Diesel vs. Gas Engine Life Expectancy
A standard internal combustion engine features either diesel or gas as its source of fuel. The two vary mainly in their ideal applications and the ways in which they function,…
Equipment
Stebin SamuelGenerators: Function and Types
A generator is a device that converts kinetic energy into electric energy. Generators are used as back up power sources during storms, emergencies, or any other sort of power outages…
Lifting Lugs
Lifting lugs are designed mounting points that help carry an object or equipment. In the world of engineering, industrial-scale lifting lugs move large containers and other heavy loads. They are…
Check Valves
Check valves are valves that allow for the flow of a fluid in only one direction within a piping system. Their assembly typically consists of an inlet and an outlet…
PFD – Process Flow Diagrams
PFDs, known as process flow diagrams, detail the processes or relationships between the major components in a system from piping to instrumentation. They offer high level guidance on the sequence…
Transformers
A transformer is a device used in electronic systems and is used in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. They allow for efficient current transfer over long distances via…
Pinch Valves
Pinch valves are used to stop or control the flow of a fluid by “pinching” an internal sleeve that restricts flow within a valve assembly and controls it for an…
Pipe Spool Drawings
Pipe spool drawings, sometimes referred to as piping isometrics, provide a 3 dimension view of a piping run to allow shop personnel to fit and weld the piping run together….
Danny KwonSafety and Relief Valves
The terms safety valves and relief valves are often used interchangeably for pressure relief devices. Both valve types allow for overpressurization relief in a process system, but operate differently. In…
Michael NasserPower Cables
Power cables connect equipment to a power supply, allowing energization and proper functioning. They are used extensively in facilities and plants for lighting, power and control circuits installed in the…
John Henderson