Flange Integrity TrainingPrinciples for Ensuring Bolted Joint Reliability

AR Thomson Group has further enhanced its training programs

with the addition of the Flange Assembly Demonstration Unit

(FADU) training technology. Customers are now able to witness

and participate in hands-on technology emphasizing the

variables required to ensure the safe, reliable and repeatable

performance of bolted joint assemblies.

DEMONSTRATIONS CAN INCLUDE:

» Effects of Stud/Nut Lubrication, Stud/Nut Re-Use

» Proper and Improper Bolting Procedures (i.e., Star Pass vs.

Single Pass)

» Through Hardened Washers

» Torque vs. Tension

* See next page for a complete list of training topics available.

As a proud fluid sealing partner with end users throughout Cana-

da for over 50 years, AR Thomson Group recommends its training

sessions to all maintenance and engineering staff responsible

with the day to day reliability and integrity of the asset’s bolted

flanged connections.

KEY ADVANTAGES OF THE FADU:

» Real-time data display

» Interactive hands-on experience

» Various comparison calculations automatically provided by the software

FLUID CONTAINMENT & CONTROL SPECIALISTS SINCE 1967

Total Sealing Integrity: Principles for Ensuring Bolted Joint Reliability

Total Sealing Integrity Training

TOTAL SEALING INTEGRITY (TSI):

» Pressure Boundary Bolted Flange

Joint Assembly (ASME PCC-1-2013)

» Bolt-up Techniques

» Impact of Good Practice on

Compressive Load:

‐ Lubrication of Studs/Nuts

‐ Re-Use of Studs/Nuts

‐ Through Hardened Washers

‐ Torque Wrench

» Bolt ‘Cross Talk’, ‘Scatter’ and

‘Relaxation’ During Assembly

» Installation & Disassembly

Consideration & Practices

» The Importance of Torque

Specifications

» The Relationship of Torque vs. Tension

» Hands-On FADU Operation

GASKET MATERIAL SELECTION:

» Metallic vs. Non-Metallic Gaskets

» Limitations - Media, Pressure and

Temperature Capabilities

» ‘STAMP’ - Service, Temperature,

Application, Media, Pressure

THE EFFECT OF COMPRESSIVE

LOAD ON VARIOUS GASKETS:

» Cold Flow & Creep

» Load Retention

» Why Re-Torque?

CONSIDERATIONS FOR SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS:

» ASME Pressure Vessels

» Large Diameter Flanges

» FRP Chemical Piping

» Oxygen Service

» Flat Face vs. Raised Face Flanges

» Vanstone, Slip-On Flanges

CUSTOM TRAINING PROGRAM: Please contact your local AR Thomson Group representative to develop a training program that meets your specific site requirements.

Members of:

OTHER TRAINING AVAILABLE:

» Commissioning & Start-Up Training

» Criteria for Gasket Selection

» Reliability & Best Practices

» Qualification Testing for Incoming Personnel

» Pre-Turnaround & Contractor Training

» Plant Engineering, Maintenance & Procurement

» Tool Box Training Sessions

» Valve Packing Installation

» Mechanical Seal Training

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CORPORATE PROFILE

The A.R. Thomson Group was established in 1967 as a regional manufacturer/ distributor of gaskets and other fluid containment products. With the rapid growth of oil and gas production, petrochemical, oil refining and pulp and paper industries, our manufacturing facilities expanded to meet increased demand for these products. We currently design and manufacture a wide variety of products using the latest technology. Some examples include:

• ALL VARIETIES OF INDUSTRIAL METALLIC AND NON-METALLIC GASKETS• PRE-FORMED PACKING SETS FOR VALVES, PUMPS AND MIXERS• FLEXIBLE METAL HOSE AND EXPANSION JOINTS• SEAL SPECIALTIES FOR THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY

A.R. Thomson Group has also increased the product scope for its Fluid Control Division. This includes a complete line of process and specialty valves along with fittings, pumps and accessories for process as well as product transfer piping systems.

Further to our industrial product offering, ARTG has developed an Energy Efficiency and Environmental program which identifies and minimizes system inefficiencies. The various elements of the program can significantly reduce operating costs and environmental impact. As part of this program ARTG has developed a technical services team which provides:

• ON-SITE TRAINING • EQUIPMENT SURVEYS AND AUDITS• APPLICATION ENGINEERING• MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPTIMIZATION PROGRAMS

Since 1967, we have developed our expertise and know-how to become the leader in solving fluid containment and control problems. No matter what your control or containment needs, we can help.

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