A gap analysis was conducted to define the requirements for an 80% SMYS operating stress level versus the existing 49 CFR Part 192 regulations, which permit a maximum of 72% SMYS as an operating stress level in a Class 1 location. The gap analysis…
This study proposes a methodology to allow Class 1 pipelines in North America to be designed and operated at stresses above 72% SMYS. The feasibility of the methodology has been demonstrated by investigating the possibility of operating 3 different…