Fluid Flow Analysis

APPLICATIONS

  • New Designs

  • Modifying Existing Systems

  • Existing Systems with Flow Problems

  • Sizing Flow Control Valves and Other Components

  • Sizing Pressure Relief Valves

  • Sizing Tank Vents

INDICATIONS OF FLUID FLOW PROBLEMS

  • Pump Cavitating and/or Vibrating

  • Poor Pump Performance

  • Water Hammer

  • Slug Flow

  • Pipe Vibration or Oscillation

  • Internal Pipe Erosion

  • System Does Not Deliver Expected Flow Rate

  • Safety Valve Chattering

  • Check Valves Slamming Open or Shut

FLUID FLOW ANALYSIS DETAILS

Fluid flow problems such as water hammer and slug flow can have detrimental effect on piping and supports/restraints. If piping is not properly supported and restrained for dynamic forces, connecting equipment can be damaged. We analyze systems and recommend routing and support/restraint modifications to protect equipment. We also make recommendations to reduce the chances of water hammer or slug flow occurring (install eccentric reducers before pumps, prevent sagging in long piping spans, etc.)