Microstructures: Why Should You Care About Them?
Microstructure – A Short Definition: Steel microstructure refers to the existing described order and arrangement of observable…
Brinell Hardness Testing
When you perform a Brinell hardness test with a well maintained, calibrated testing device, you can learn:…
API 5L Line Pipe Physical Properties
Line pipe grade designations come from API Spec 5L Specification for Line Pipe. Standard Line Pipe has…
Identification of Male and Female Union Halves on Hammer Wing Unions
“How can I make certain I know which Hammer Union Half to call male, and which to…
Clamp Bolt Tightening Sequence
BOLT TIGHTENING SEQUENCE FOR API CLAMP USING 4 BOLTS. Note: Washers must have proper installation orientation, as shown above….
Clamp Hub Ring Groove Repair
Caution: Hub ring grooves cannot have repair performed by simply skim cutting the Hub face and deepening the…
Inspection of Older Cast Steel Clamps
Prior to 1986 most manufacturers that made clamps, to fit clamp hub connections that utilized API ring gaskets as seal…
API Clamp Test Pressures and Applied Loads
API Spec 16A clamps differ from all other API equipment in regard to design and hydrotest. Clamps…
API Clamp Inspection and Storage
Clamps Inspection requires a thorough cleaning, removing all dirt, paint, rust, etc. Inspection should include particular care…
Clamp Installation Instructions
You may install a WOODCO USA® BRAND clamp in any orientation desired. Prior to installation of the…