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Buyer guideLearn how to correctly match ASME B16.11 forged fittings to pipe size and schedule. Understand the relationship between fitting class and pipe schedule, and get practical procurement and inspection tips.
StandardsASME B16.21 defines dimensions, materials, and markings for nonmetallic flat gaskets used with ASME flanges. Learn what it covers, what it doesn't, and how to specify gaskets correctly.
TechnicalUnderstand the difference between ASME B16.50 braze-joint and ASME B16.22 solder-joint copper fittings, what to specify, and how to avoid procurement mistakes.
Case studiesGranMorgu, a deep-offshore oil project off Suriname, targets 220,000 b/d by 2028. This reference outlines what piping buyers should verify and how to prepare RFQs.
Industry newsShell's October 2025 FID on Nigeria's HI offshore gas development signals a potential uptick in deep-water piping demand. This article explains what is known, what remains unverified, and how EPC buyers can prepare without overclaiming.
Buyer guideCarbon and stainless pipe schedules are not interchangeable. Compare ASME B36.10M vs B36.19M and use RFQ and inspection checks to prevent wall-thickness errors.
StandardsASME B16.20 defines dimensions, materials, and tolerances for metal ring-joint, spiral-wound, and metal-jacketed gaskets. This guide explains the standard's scope, flange compatibility, and procurement checks for EPC buyers.
TechnicalUnderstand the scope of ASME B16.49 for factory-made induction bends, what to check during procurement and inspection, and what to verify when the standard does not apply.
Case studiesExplore the Gas Growth Integrated Project (GGIP) in Iraq—a multi-energy initiative by TotalEnergies, Basrah Oil Company, and QatarEnergy. This reference covers project scope, procurement considerations for piping and water systems, and key checks for EPC engineers and buyers.
