Academy › Faculty C
Steam Distribution
Pipes, pressure reduction, drainage, insulation and leaks — getting steam to the process dry and at the right pressure.
- C1The geography of a steam plant200°8 minGeneration, distribution, utilisation, recovery — the whole loop on one drawing.
- C2Steam pipe sizing200°9 minVelocity and pressure-drop methods, with a worked line selection.
- C3Pressure-reducing stations200°8 minGenerate high, use low — the anatomy of a PRS that works.
- C4Draining steam mains200°8 minDrain pockets, spacing and trap choice — keeping mains dry at start-up and at speed.
- C5Water hammer200°8 minThe mechanisms, the accidents, and the prevention checklist.
- C6Pipe expansion and supports200°7 minLoops, bellows, anchors and guides — letting hot pipe move without breaking things.
- C7Insulation economics200°7 minSurface loss, economic thickness, and what bare flanges cost.
- C8Air venting200°6 minWhy air collects in steam spaces and where the vents go.
- C9What a steam leak costs200°7 minHole sizes to rupees per year — and how to survey a plant for leaks.
- C10Valves and pipeline accessories200°8 minIsolation valves, check valves, strainers, separators, sight glasses, vacuum breakers — choosing each one.