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StandardsASME B16.1 covers gray iron flanges and flanged fittings in Classes 25, 125, and 250. This guide explains what the standard includes, how it differs from ductile iron (B16.42), and what buyers must verify when sourcing gray iron flanges.
TechnicalASME B16.21 defines nonmetallic flat gaskets for pipe flanges. This guide explains the standard's scope, why you must pair it with the mating flange standard, and what to verify during procurement to avoid misapplication.
Case studiesEquinor's Johan Castberg FPSO reached peak production in June 2025, three months after startup. This case study examines the project's scale and what it implies for cold-region piping procurement.
Industry newsExxonMobil and Area 4 co-venturers have entered FEED for the 18 MTA Rovuma LNG project in Mozambique. This article clarifies what is confirmed, what remains unconfirmed, and what EPC buyers should verify before procurement.
Buyer guideLearn how to coordinate ASME B16.9 fittings with B16.25 bevel ends for reliable buttweld spool fit-up. Includes procurement checks, inspection points, and common risks.
StandardsASME B16.49 covers factory-made induction bends for transportation and distribution piping (B31.4, B31.8, B31.11). It is not for process or power piping. This guide explains scope, key requirements, and procurement checks.
TechnicalLearn how to select ASME B16.20 metallic gaskets for pipe flanges, verify compatibility with ASME B16.5 flanges, and avoid procurement pitfalls.
Case studiesEquinor's Bacalhau Phase 1 in Brazil's Santos Basin is a landmark ultra-deepwater FPSO project. This reference guide for EPC engineers and procurement managers covers key facts, procurement considerations, and inspection points for piping systems in similar high-pressure, high-CO2 environments.
Industry newsEquinor, Shell, and TotalEnergies have taken FID on Northern Lights phase 2, boosting injection capacity to at least 5 Mtpa by 2028. This article explains the expansion scope, procurement implications, and what buyers must verify for CO2 piping systems.
