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In high-temperature boiler systems, headers serve as vital components for collecting and distributing steam and water, while stub headers act as crucial connecting channels to other boiler elements. These tubular structures are regularly exposed to cyclic thermal loading during cold, warm, and hot startups — making them vulnerable to thermal fatigue over time. To maintain long-term operational saf...
Enhancing the efficiency and durability of catalytic converters and combustion systems is critical for optimal plant performance. This case study showcases how Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) was used to improve flow distribution in catalytic converters, leading to better pollutant conversion. It also highlights the role of detailed combustion modeling in minimizing thermal stresses and prevent...
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Discover how advanced simulation helped eliminate wrinkles and tearing in complex sheet metal forming Stamping of sheet metal is a highly nonlinear and intricate process involving large deformations, contact interactions, and potential material failure. Ensuring proper die design and forming parameters is critical for optimal results. In this case study, Tridiagonal’s Finite Element Analysis (FEA)...
As LNG storage facilities grow in scale and strategic importance, their exposure to extreme external hazards like hurricane-borne missiles, debris impact, or blast loads has become a critical safety concern. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) offers a powerful solution to evaluate and enhance the structural integrity of large LNG tanks under rare but catastrophic scenarios and help assess the safety an...
Tridiagonal Solutions offers dry gas and slurry erosion testing for downhole sand control screen coupon as well as 3D screen test fixtures of various types such as Premium Mesh, Wedge Wire, Ceramic coated screens etc. The results of erosion tests are being evaluated on basis of screen weight change data, flow performance data, Maximum Particle Pass, pin/filler gauge measurements and Microscopic/Li...
Effective sand control is critical for ensuring long-term well performance and minimizing damage to production equipment. Tridiagonal Solutions offers high-fidelity sand retention testing (SRT) to evaluate and select the most suitable sand screens tailored to your specific reservoir conditions. Our advanced SRT setup replicates formation-specific particle size distributions (PSDs), enabling accura...
Industrial fluid systems, particularly those operating under high-velocity and abrasive conditions, place immense stress on essential components such as elbows, tees, reducers, and 3D pipe templates. Over time, this can result in significant erosion, jeopardizing equipment integrity, shortening component lifespan, and increasing operational risk. Tridiagonal Solutions offers a state-of-the-art Ero...
Corrosion, the gradual degradation of materials or metals due to chemical reactions with their environment, poses significant challenges in industries ranging from infrastructure and manufacturing to transportation and energy. To ensure the longevity and reliability of materials, it is essential to employ rigorous corrosion testing methods.
This case study presents the structural analysis of pressure vessels to ensure safe and reliable operation under varying process conditions. Using advanced simulation techniques, the vessels were evaluated for stress distribution, deformation, and safety factors against operating loads and pressure fluctuations. The analysis helped in identifying critical stress regions, validating design integrit...
This case study focuses on optimizing burner arrangements in a process heater using advanced simulations. By studying the behavior of velocity, pressure, and flue gas flow patterns, the analysis provided a clear understanding of how burner configuration influences heater performance and efficiency. The insights gained helped in identifying improved designs that enhance heat transfer, reduce energy...
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FCC(Fluid Catalytic Cracking ) is a conversion process used in petroleum refineries to convert the high-boiling point, high-molecular weight hydrocarbon fractions of crude oil into gasoline and other petroleum products. A major player in (FCC) process technology approached Tridiagonal to access structural integrity of the FCC unit.
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A critical concern for storage tank feed pipes is flow-induced vibration (FIV). This can occur when the liquid within the pipe rapidly vaporizes due to a pressure drop exceeding the liquid's vapor pressure.
Inflow Control Devices (ICDs) and Automated Inflow Control Devices (AICDs) are critical in enhancing well performance, balancing reservoir inflow, and minimizing unwanted fluid production. Tridiagonal Solutions offers a fully equipped testing facility designed to rigorously evaluate these devices under realistic wellbore conditions. Our testing portfolio includes cavitation testing, flow performan...
This multipurpose test facility is utilized to conduct a number of multiphase flow studies ranging from hydrate transport to liquid entrainment. Hydrate mimic studies focus on understanding the impact of hydrate particles on flow regimes transitions and multiphase flow characteristics. Poly propylene particles are used as hydrate mimics. These particles float at the interface of oil and water. Liq...
Asphaltene deposition remains one of the most persistent flow assurance issues in oil and gas production. These complex, heavy organic molecules can quickly accumulate, clogging flowlines, damaging equipment, and significantly reducing production efficiency. The challenge? No single mitigation strategy works across all reservoirs or crude types. Asphaltene behavior is highly dependent on the oil's...
Paraffin wax deposition in pipelines is a persistent challenge in crude oil transport, affecting flow efficiency and increasing maintenance costs. This case study explores the effectiveness of paraffin wax stripping under various operational conditions using a full-scale experimental pipeline setup.
Effective sand management is critical to ensuring the longevity and performance of oil and gas wells. Uncontrolled sand production can cause severe erosion in downhole equipment, leading to increased OPEX/CAPEX and reduced well productivity. This case study focuses on evaluating the erosion resistance and flow performance of sand control screens—key to retaining formation particles while enabling ...
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Understanding sand transport behavior in oil and gas wells is essential for designing effective sand management strategies. This case study presents a pilot-scale experimental loop designed to replicate wellbore conditions using tubular test sections with the same diameter as actual well designs, albeit at shorter lengths. The setup allows for both single-phase and multiphase flow studies to evalu...
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Mercury contamination in oil and gas pipelines poses serious challenges—leading to pipeline corrosion and environmental hazards due to biomagnification in marine ecosystems. This case study investigates the gas-assisted transport of liquid heavy metals, like mercury, to enable effective removal from pipelines.
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Erosion-corrosion experiments are pivotal for understanding the degradation processes in larger pipelines like 4-inch diameters, offering insights into the combined effects of both erosion and corrosion under real-world conditions. These insights are crucial for predicting and mitigating pipeline failures, guiding the development of robust materials and coatings, and optimizing maintenance strateg...
Tridiagonal Organization specializes in providing innovative solutions for various industries, including Oil & Gas, Pet Chemicals, Pharma, Food, Metals & Mining, Cement, etc. In these industries, equipment such as SS elbows, tees, reducers, and 3D templates are subjected to harsh operating conditions, including high velocities of abrasive fluids, which can lead to erosion. Erosion is a cri...
In most oil well production, that comprises over more than one reservoir, the major problem encounters is the gas and water that also gets produced with oil. AICD plays an important role in oil production and injection by restricting the flow of unwanted fluids.
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This case study focuses on the simulation and evaluation of impeller designs in a polymerization reactor to improve overall performance. The existing impeller was modeled, and several alternative designs were developed and analyzed to understand their impact on mixing dynamics. Detailed plots of strain rate distribution and Particle Size Distribution (PSD) were generated to compare performance acr...