01. Detailed information about "Flange Summary" sub-report from AutoPIPE


Applies To
Product(s):AutoPIPE
Version(s):ALL;
Environment: N/A
Area:
Original Author:Bentley Technical Support Group
Date Logged
& Current Version
May. 2017
11.00.00.22

Problem:

Detailed information about "Flange Summary" sub-report from AutoPIPE

what does each of the columns mean?

Solution:

 What does each column from the Flange Analysis Summary sub report mean?

Point name = node point location of referenced flange

No. = multiple flanges can exist at the same node point, this value indicates which number of occurrence.

Flange Type = Displays the type of flange defined at that node point

Attachment = describes all of the possible attachments available for the different flange types 

Analysis Method = Flange analysis has 4 different methods with which to analyze a flange. this indicates which of the 4 was used

Gasket Seating Bolt Load = the definition of the gasket seating bolt load, Wg, to be used in the flange analysis

Analysis = was a flange analysis actually performed.

If set to No, than Flange Analysis has not been performed.

If set to Yes, Flange Analysis has been performed and indicates if flange passed or failed.

Max Ratio =  Displays the maximum ratio calculated during the analysis

Notes = Displays the number of warning and error messages if the analysis failed.  If the analysis is successful, displays the condition and type of stress associated with the maximum ratio

See Also

"Flange Summary" sub-report results

Bentley AutoPIPE