#bitumen testing machine

[heicodynamics]

Bitumen testing equipment is designed to evaluate the physical and chemical properties of bitumen, helping to ensure its suitability for various applications.

Understanding how this equipment works is key for industries involved in road construction, roofing, and waterproofing.

[fatehbaz]

What it meant to "do geology" in Hutton's time was to apply lessons of textual hermeneutics usually reserved for scripture [...] to the landscape. Geology was itself textual. Rocks were marks made by invisible processes that could be deciphered. Doing geology was a kind of reading, then, which existed in a dialectical relationship with writing. In The Theory of the Earth from 1788, Hutton wrote a new history of the earth as a [...] system [...]. Only a few kilometers away from Hutton’s unconformity [the geological site at Isle of Arran in Scotland that inspired his writing], [...] stands the remains of the Shell bitumen refinery [closed since 1986] as it sinks into the Atlantic Ocean. [...] As Hutton thought, being in a place is a hermeneutic practice. [...] [T]he Shell refinery at Ardrossan is a ruin of that machine, one whose great material derangements have defined the world since Hutton. [...]

The Shell Transport and Trading Company [now the well-known global oil company] was created in the Netherlands East Indies in 1897. The company’s first oil wells and refineries were in east Borneo [...]. The oil was taken by puncturing wells into subterranean deposits of a Bornean or Sumatran landscape, and then transported into an ever-expanding global network of oil depots at ports [...] at Singapore, then Chennai, and through the Suez Canal and into the Mediterranean. [...] The oil in these networks were Bornean and Sumatran landscapes on the move. Combustion engines burnt those landscapes. Machinery was lubricated by them. They illuminated the night as candlelight. [...] The Dutch East Indies was the new land of untapped promise in that multi-polar world of capitalist competition. British and Dutch colonial prospectors scoured the forests, rivers, and coasts of Borneo [...]. Marcus Samuel, the British founder of the Shell Transport and Trading Company, as his biographer [...] put it, was “mesmerized by oil, and by the vision of commanding oil all along the line from production to distribution, from the bowels of the earth to the laps of the Orient.” [...]

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Shell emerged from a Victorian era fascination with shells.

In the 1830s, Marcus Samuel Sr. created a seashell import business in Houndsditch, London. The shells were used for decorating the covers of curio boxes. Sometimes, the boxes also contained miniature sculptures, also made from shells, of food and foliage, hybridizing oceanic and terrestrial life forms. Wealthy shell enthusiasts would sometimes apply shells to grottos attached to their houses. As British merchant vessels expanded into east Asia after the dissolution of the East India Company’s monopoly on trade in 1833, and the establishment of ports at Singapore and Hong Kong in 1824 and 1842, the import of exotic shells expanded.

Seashells from east Asia represented the oceanic expanse of British imperialism and a way to bring distant places near, not only the horizontal networks of the empire but also its oceanic depths.

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The fashion for shells was also about telling new histories. The presence of shells, the pecten, or scallop, was a familiar bivalve icon in cultures on the northern edge of the Mediterranean. Aphrodite, for example, was said to have emerged from a scallop shell. Minerva was associated with scallops. Niches in public buildings and fountains in the Roman empire often contained scallop motifs. St. James, the patron saint of Spain, was represented by a scallop shell [...]. The pecten motif circulated throughout medieval European coats of arms, even in Britain. In 1898, when the Gallery of Palaeontology, Comparative Anatomy, and Anthropology was opened in Paris’s Museum of Natural History - only two years after the first test well was drilled in Borneo at the Black Spot - the building’s architect, Ferdinand Dutert, ornamented the entrance with pecten shell reliefs. In effect, Dutert designed the building so that one entered through scallop shells and into the galleries where George Cuvier’s vision of the evolution of life forms was displayed [...]. But it was also a symbol for the transition between an aquatic form of life and terrestrial animals. Perhaps it is apposite that the scallop is structured by a hinge which allows its two valves to rotate. [...] Pectens also thrive in the between space of shallow coastal waters that connects land with the depths of the ocean. [...] They flourish in architectural imagery, in the mind, and as the logo of one of the largest ever fossil fuel companies. [...]

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In the 1890s, Marcus Samuel Jr. transitioned from his father’s business selling imported seashells to petroleum.

When he adopted the name Shell Transport and Trading Company in 1897, Samuel would likely have known that the natural history of bivalves was entwined with the natural history of fossil fuels. Bivalves underwent an impressive period of diversification in the Carboniferous period, a period that was first named by William Conybeare and William Phillips in 1822 to identify coal bearing strata. In other words, the same period in earth’s history that produced the Black Spot that Samuel’s engineers were seeking to extract from Dayak land was also the period that produced the pecten shells that he named his company after. Even the black fossilized leaves that miners regularly encountered in coal seams sometimes contained fossilized bivalve shells.

The Shell logo was a materialized cosmology, or [...] a cosmogram.

Cosmograms are objects that attempt to represent the order of the cosmos; they are snapshots of what is. The pecten’s effectiveness as a cosmogram was its pivot, to hinge, between spaces and times: it brought the deep history of the earth into the present; the Black Spot with Mediterranean imaginaries of the bivalve; the subterranean space of liquid oil with the surface. The history of the earth was made legible as an energetic, even a pyrotechnical force. The pecten represented fire, illumination, and certainly, power. [...] If coal required tunnelling, smashing, and breaking the ground, petroleum was piped liquid that streamed through a drilled hole. [...] In 1899, Samuel presented a paper to the Society of Arts in which he outlined his vision of “liquid fuel.” [...] Ardrossan is a ruin of that fantasy of a free flowing fossil fuel world. [...] At Ardrossan, that liquid cosmology is disintegrating.

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All text above by: Adam Bobbette. "Shells and Shell". e-flux Architecture (Accumulation series). November 2023. At: e-flux dot com slash architecture/accumulation/553455/shells-and-shell/ [Bold emphasis and some paragraph breaks/contractions added by me. Presented here for commentary, teaching, criticisms purposes.]

[best-testing-lab-uae]

Choosing the Right Material Testing Laboratory in Abu Dhabi: What to Look For

Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is a city known for its impressive skyline and ambitious infrastructure projects. The quality and safety of these projects depend heavily on the materials used, making the role of material testing laboratories crucial. Choosing the right material testing laboratory in Abu Dhabi can significantly impact the success of your construction project. This blog will guide you through the key factors to consider when selecting a material testing laboratory to ensure you make an informed decision.

Importance of Material Testing Laboratories

Material testing laboratory perform various tests to evaluate the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of construction materials. These tests ensure that the materials meet the required standards and specifications, contributing to the safety, durability, and overall quality of the construction project. Some of the key reasons for conducting material testing include:

Safety: Ensuring that materials can withstand the intended loads and environmental conditions.

Compliance: Verifying that materials meet local and international standards and regulations.

Durability: Selecting materials that will last, reducing maintenance costs and enhancing the lifespan of structures.

Cost Efficiency: Preventing costly errors and rework by identifying material issues early in the construction process.

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Material Testing Laboratory

Accreditation and Certification

One of the most critical factors to consider when choosing a material testing laboratory is accreditation and certification. Accreditation from recognized bodies, such as the Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC) or the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), ensures that the laboratory meets international standards for testing procedures, equipment, and personnel competency.

Certification from reputable organizations like ASTM International or the American Concrete Institute (ACI) further validates the laboratory's adherence to industry standards. These certifications ensure that the laboratory follows best practices and maintains high-quality testing services.

Range of Services

A comprehensive range of testing services is essential for meeting all your material testing needs. The laboratory should offer a variety of tests for different materials, including:

Concrete Testing: Compressive strength, slump test, curing test, chloride ion penetration test.

Steel Testing: Tensile strength, bend test, impact test, chemical composition analysis.

Asphalt Testing: Marshall stability test, bitumen content test, aggregate crushing value test.

Soil Testing: Proctor compaction test, Atterberg limits test, bearing capacity test, soil classification test.

Aggregate Testing: Sieve analysis, specific gravity and water absorption test, abrasion test, soundness test.

Advanced Technology and Equipment

The accuracy and reliability of test results depend on the technology and equipment used by the laboratory. Ensure that the laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art testing equipment and follows the latest testing methodologies. Advanced technologies, such as Universal Testing Machines (UTMs), spectrometers, and X-ray diffraction (XRD) machines, enhance the precision and efficiency of testing processes.

Qualified and Experienced Personnel

The expertise and experience of the laboratory staff play a crucial role in the quality of testing services. Ensure that the laboratory employs qualified and experienced personnel who are trained and certified in their respective fields. Regular training and certification programs, such as those offered by ASTM International and ACI, help maintain high standards of competency and expertise among the staff.

Quality Assurance and Control

A robust quality assurance and control system is essential for maintaining the accuracy and reliability of test results. The laboratory should have well-documented procedures for sample handling, testing, and reporting. Regular internal and external audits help ensure compliance with industry standards and continuous improvement in testing processes.

Turnaround Time

Timely delivery of test results is crucial for keeping your construction project on schedule. Inquire about the laboratory's turnaround time for various tests and ensure that they can meet your project deadlines. A laboratory with efficient processes and advanced technology can provide faster results without compromising on quality.

Reputation and References

The reputation of the material testing laboratory is a good indicator of the quality of its services. Look for laboratories with a proven track record of successful projects and satisfied clients. Ask for references and testimonials from previous clients to get an idea of their experience with the laboratory. A reputable laboratory will have positive reviews and a strong portfolio of completed projects.

Compliance with Local Regulations

Ensure that the material testing laboratory complies with local regulations and standards, such as the Abu Dhabi International Building Code (ADIBC) and the standards set by local municipalities. Compliance with these regulations is essential for obtaining necessary permits and approvals for your construction project.

Cost and Value

While cost is an important factor, it should not be the sole determinant when choosing a material testing laboratory. Consider the value that the laboratory provides in terms of accuracy, reliability, and comprehensive services. A slightly higher cost may be justified if the laboratory offers superior quality testing and faster turnaround times.

Steps to Choose the Right Material Testing Laboratory

Conduct Research

Start by conducting thorough research on material testing laboratories in Abu Dhabi. Use online resources, industry directories, and professional networks to identify potential laboratories. Compile a list of laboratories that meet your initial criteria.

Evaluate Credentials

Check the accreditation and certification status of the laboratories on your list. Ensure that they are accredited by recognized bodies and have relevant certifications from reputable organizations.

Assess Services and Capabilities

Review the range of services offered by each laboratory and their capabilities. Ensure that they can perform the specific tests required for your project and that they have advanced technology and equipment.

Visit the Laboratory

If possible, visit the laboratory to assess their facilities, equipment, and staff. A site visit will give you a better understanding of their capabilities and quality standards.

Request Proposals and Quotes

Request detailed proposals and quotes from the shortlisted laboratories. Compare their services, turnaround times, and costs. Evaluate the value they offer in terms of quality, reliability, and expertise.

Check References

Contact the references provided by the laboratories and inquire about their experience. Ask about the accuracy of test results, timeliness, and overall satisfaction with the laboratory's services.

Make an Informed Decision

Based on your evaluation, select the material testing laboratory that best meets your requirements. Consider factors such as accreditation, range of services, technology, expertise, reputation, and cost to make an informed decision.

Conclusion

Choosing the right material testing laboratory in Abu Dhabi is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. By considering factors such as accreditation, range of services, technology, expertise, reputation, and cost, you can select a laboratory that provides accurate and reliable testing services. A reputable material testing laboratory ensures the safety, durability, and compliance of your construction materials, contributing to the overall quality and success of your project.

[merakistar]

wmass exclusive agent in KSA

Meraki Star Metals Oil & Gas Equipment Trading L.L.C. is a reputable manufacturer of Carbon Steel Flanges based in India. Our extensive line of flanges encompasses various types and material grades, meticulously engineered to meet diverse requirements. Each flange is precisely crafted with a blend of carbon, manganese, phosphorus, sulfur, silicon, copper, nickel, chromium, molybdenum, and vanadium, tailored to specific material grades as indicated in our Carbon Steel Pipe Flange Price List.

Renowned for their unique dimensions and strengths, our WMASS Carbon Steel Flanges boast a minimum tensile strength ranging from 485MPa to a minimum yield strength of 250MPa. Among our offerings, the Flange ANSI B16.5 Class 150 represents a medium-pressure class within the B16.5 standard. We carefully select materials and pressure classes based on nominal bore sizes and wall thicknesses to ensure optimal performance.

Covering nominal bore sizes from ½ inches to 48 inches and classes such as WMASS Carbon Steel Flanges Rating with varying pressure ratings, our flanges cater to a wide range of applications. Whether it's for permanent or temporary termination of pipe connections, our Carbon Steel Blind Flange is a versatile choice, with permanent connections welded and temporary ones secured with bolts and nuts. Additionally, our CS Lap Joint Flange stands out with its lap joint design, offering added flexibility.

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Most Common Types of API: Forged / Threaded / Screwed / Plate

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Special Design: As per your drawing, AS, ANSI, BS, DIN, and JIS, 15 NB (1/2") to 200 NB (8"), Equal and Reducing Configurations

Test: Direct-reading Spectrograph, Hydrostatic testing machine, X-ray detector, UI trasonic flaw detector, Magnetic particle detector

Equipment: Press machine, Bending machine, Pushing Machine, electric bevelling machine, Sand-blasting machine, etc.

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[sophieguo]

Computer servo bituminous mixtures universal testing machine KWN-05A

Computer servo bituminous mixtures universal testing machine KWN-05A bituminous mixtures universal testing machine 1. Introduction Meet with test method JTG E20 standard test methods of bitumen and bituminous mixtures for highwawy engineering It can complete the mechanical performance tests of most asphalt mixtures, and the test software can display the test curves in real-time, such as load…

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Concrete Testing Machines and precast structures

Concrete Testing Machines and precast structures

Concrete testing machines and structures : North American civil infrastructure systems are deteriorating. Roads, bridges, overpasses, marine and airport facilities are all impacted. The primary causes of premature concrete deterioration are harsh climatic conditions and chemical attacks, particularly exposure to winter de-icing salts and seawater. Given the growing concern for concrete…

[hansainstrument]

Asphalt testing equipment is an important component in the construction industry. Here in this blog, you will read a few tips to guide you in buying quality asphalt testing equipment.

[monicawoe]

spn fic masterlist

(updated 5/29/21)

I’ve written over 100 spn fics (ranging from ficlets to 70k big-bangs). Most of them are Sam-centric, largely featuring powers!Sam. The whole collection can be found here on AO3

newest fics:

Between Hell and the Hunt - Dean's deal is due, but Sam has found a way to save him. He's made a deal with someone else - someone Lilith can't touch. (2k words, Wild Hunt season 3 AU)

Closer Than You Think - Five times Sam’s eyes were demonic, and one time they weren’t. (3k words, boyKingSam AUs of multiple eps)

Behold the Beast, Behold the Lamb - Season 4 AU.  Sam tried to free Dean from Hell, but angels intervened and took Dean for their own purposes. Sam is determined to get Dean back and will do whatever it takes, embracing his abilities fully. The more demon blood Sam drinks, the more demons he kills, the more he changes inside and out until it’s impossible to hide his monstrous side. Ruby, Uriel and Castiel push Sam to fulfill his destiny and become his true self—the Beast of the Revelation. (gen, Sam/Ruby, 20k words; featuring art by @quickreaver​)

Prayers Answered - written for the boy king Sam discord server prompt: Sam has grown up in a very religious environment. He's devoted, he goes to church, he prays. He knows that God is with him, because he listens to his prayers. But as Sam grows older, he realizes it's not God that's been listening. And he realizes that he's not asking - he's been ordering, and his loyal servants would never deny their King. (2k words; gen)

Sin Eater - Sam has a different plan to cure demon Dean, but Dean doesn't want to be cured. (Sam drinking blood from demon!Dean, written for @quickreaver​ for her artwork Bitumen Kiss)

On His Head a Crown - written for the 2019-2020 SWBB, art by @slytherkins​ Hunters drug Sam, force-feed him demon blood, and bring him to where they’ve captured Brady. Brady tells Sam he knows how to stop the Apocalypse, and Sam, despite his better judgment, hears him out: Sam himself is the horsemen Conquest—aka the Antichrist—and he alone can bring Lucifer’s apocalypse to a grinding halt. Sam resists, but when he discovers the good he can do with his new powers, he decides to use them to atone for all his past mistakes.   (21k, Sam/Brady, gen, AU of 5x03-5x04)

Many more under the cut

Best Self - written for @alyndra9​​  for the prompt: King of Hell Sam meets Kale!Sam and they have many differences of opinion to work out. (aka the only one who knows what Sam really wants is Sam.) words by monicawoe banner by @quickreaver​​! (~4k words, Sam/Sam)

All You Have Is Your Fire - written for @quickreaver​ for the 2020 Supernatural Spring Fling Dean has known fire all his life. Sometimes it sounds like his brother. (~2k words; gen)

Tear You Apart - written for @wetsammywinchester​ who wanted Soulless!Sam/Brady & Soulless!Sam taking on the mantle of King of Hell:  Sam doesn’t want his soul back. He resurrects Brady who helps him figure out a way to outsmart Death: by damaging his soul so it can’t be reintegrated. With Brady’s help, Sam reclaims his power, and takes his soul apart one piece at a time. (8k words; Soulless!Sam/Brady)

Hellbound - Sam is in Hell, and then he isn't. He's standing on a sidewalk with a stranger looking back at him—a stranger that has his face. My 2020 spn-summergen fic! Featuring soulless!Sam, disembodied soul-Sam and amnesiac Dean. (gen, 8k)

Lakeside Fishing - written for @denugis​ - After defeating Famine, after days of suffering through demon blood withdrawal in the panic room, Sam needs time to clear his head. Early in the morning, he heads to a small lake seeking solitude, but instead finds an unexpected ally. (4k words; Sam/Patrick; set after My Bloody Valentine; witch!Sam)

His Soul to Keep - art by @sketchydean​​ - written for the SPN Eldritch Bang horror event - Dean’s deal is coming due soon. When he finds out from Ruby that Hell will turn him into a demon, he refuses to accept it, even though he can already feel pieces of his soul starting to crumble away. Sam is his only anchor to the world, and Dean finds it harder and harder to leave his side.    After Broward County, after watching Dean die a thousand deaths, Sam decides he’s not going to let Dean go to Hell. He’ll do whatever it takes, even if that means allying himself with Ruby and using the darkness inside of him. Sam casts a soul-binding spell on Dean; they might not be able to break the deal, but they can change who Dean’s soul belongs to. (13k, Sam/Dean, hard-gen, AU of season 3))

Last Drop - art by @quickreaver​ -written for the Twisted Tropes event - Sam/Brady AU set while Sam’s at Stanford:  Sam is slowly adjusting to his new life at Stanford University. He’s left his life of hunting behind, and traded it for endless studying and tests, but he’s plagued by dreams of Dean and Dad in danger, dreams of blood and violence. Then he meets Tyson Brady, who’s always there with a smile and a cup of coffee to get Sam through all-nighters. Sam’s dreams start to fade, but just as he’s getting used to a nice normal life, he starts to develop abilities—powers he can’t control. Brady thinks they’re great, but Sam knows power never comes without a cost. (14k, Sam/Brady)

Make Angels of Us All - art by @amberdreams1960​  - Sam has a guardian angel. It’s been with him his whole life, trying to keep him safe. The angel gives Sam power he can’t control: power to move things with his mind, power over fire, and wings that nobody else can see—bony and jagged with scaly feathers. Dean says monsters aren't real, but Dad thinks they are. Sam's power scares him, and he’s not always sure what's real, but what he does know is people keep trying to kill the three of them, and he won't let that happen. (~20K, gen)

Burdens, Doublefold - cowritten with @quickreaver​, art by ileliberte What if Dean left Sam at Stanford after the fire, hoping it would keep his little brother safe and make things better? Somehow, 'better' never seems to be in the Winchester Family cards. Sam gets tangled up with his ex-roommate Brady, tracking psychics, but dealing with demons is never honest business. Dean carries on until his father is put in grave danger. He is left on his own to deal, stumbling into Harvelle's Roadhouse for help, where Dean gets just a little more than he bargained for. Eventually, the brothers’ paths twist and turn their way back to each other, but the results could mean the End of Days. (67k, gen, AU of seasons 1-2)

Before the One You Serve When Dean comes to get Sam at Stanford, he finds him living with Brady. And Dean doesn't trust Brady, even though he can't quite put his finger on why. Not at first. (5k, Sam/Brady)

He Who Fights Monsters - cowritten with nwspaprtaxis, art by @quickreaver​ AU of the summer between Seasons 3 and 4. Dean's dead, dragged down kicking and screaming to Hell. Sam's not dealing well. And Ruby’s got her work cut out for her. (52K, Sam/Ruby)

John Winchester is Dead They say those Winchester boys're crazy. Drive around in a big black beast and drink too much and laugh about mean things. They say their daddy's worse, but you never see him. He's just a voice on the other end of the phone or a darker shape in the back seat of their dark car. They say John Winchester died two years ago. (2k, gen, horror)

Breathing, Talking, Dead Man Walking   -  John Doe, male, approximately thirty-seven years old. Subject was found by EMTs in close proximity to the site of a sizable explosion in Lebanon, Kansas. (2k, gen, Sam & Dean)

Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea - featuring art by @quickreaver​ When Sam opened Lucifer’s Cage, the only thing he found inside was Lucifer’s grace – his grace. With the return of his grace, Sam remembered his past – his war against the Host, his Fall, and his plans to bring about the End. The thing is…he doesn’t want the Apocalypse anymore. He likes things the way they are, and tries everything to keep his identity a secret- especially from Dean. Of course, the four Horsemen, Hell and Heaven have other ideas. (13K, gen)

The Last Days in the Land of Nod - comic adaptation by @quickreaver​ The year is 2014. The Devil is wearing his finest, the Angel is human, and the Brother protects the survivors at Camp Chitaqua.

The Two Ravens - art by @quickreaver​ Your brother he is, and heir to my throne. He’ll feed on the damned and he'll turn them to bone. (4k; fairy-tale)

Counteroffer About two weeks after Sam gutted a hellhound, completing the first trial, he started acting weird. (5k, psychological horror, gore)

Pattern Recognition: A Hannibal/Supernatural fusion AU  -  Sam and Dean split after River Pass, and their confrontation with the Horseman, War. Since Will’s escape from the Baltimore Institute for the Criminally Insane, he and Sam have been in hiding. They have a cabin, in the middle of nowhere, that keeps them off the radar; they find comfort in each other. But they can’t stay off the chessboard forever, especially not when Lucifer, wearing Hannibal Lecter as a vessel, is tearing the world apart around them. (33k, Sam Winchester/Will Graham)

Impala's Run - cowritten with @quickreaver, art by adrenalineshots Sam and Dean Singer (aka Winchester) aren’t your average young Kansas farmers. Their home is very, very far from Kansas, in fact. Many light-years worth of ‘far’. The boys may look human, but certain talents set them apart: Dean speaks the language of machines, and Sam can heal through manipulating energy. Hidden on Earth by their father, their agricultural lifestyle gets rocked when warring alien races discover where they’ve landed, and Sam and Dean are forced to make the run of their lives. (23k, gen)

All Our Wrath and Cutting Beauty - art by @quickreaver - Sam killed Alistair, but not before Alistair reminded Dean of who and what he’d become in Hell. Dean knows Sam can take down Lilith, and he’ll make damn sure Sam gets strong enough to do just that. They’ll stop the Apocalypse – together, no matter how many bodies stack up, or how much blood is spilt.(11k, horror) 

Diary of a Madman -Lydia’s newest patient, Sam Winchester, suffered from hallucinations, delusions, and regular bouts of insomnia. He also thought he was Lucifer. (4k, gen, horror)

Some other bundled links, for your convenience

Demon-blood Sam

King of Hell Sam

Powers!Sam

Horror

Crossovers & Fusion ‘verses

Hannibal|SPN

SPN/Preacher

SPN/Hannibal/MCU

[nuadox]

AI learns to estimate oil viscosity

- By Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech) -

A group of Skoltech scientists in Moscow, Russia developed machine learning (ML) algorithms that can teach artificial intelligence (AI) to determine oil viscosity based on nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) data. The new method can come in handy for the petroleum industry and other sectors which have to rely on indirect measurements to characterize a substance. 

The research was published in the Energy and Fuels journal.

An important parameter of oil and petrochemicals, viscosity has implications for production and processing, while helping to better understand and model the natural processes in the reservoir. Standard oil viscosity assessment and monitoring techniques are very time and money consuming and sometimes technically unfeasible. NMR can help determine the properties thanks to a material’s ability to absorb and emit electromagnetic energy. Oil is a chemically heterogeneous mixture of hydrocarbons, which makes the interpretation of NMR results extremely difficult.

A group of scientists from Skoltech, the University of Calgary (Canada) and Curtin University (Australia) processed NMR data using ML algorithms. Their model trained on NMR data on various types of oil from fields in Canada and the Unites States produced an accurate prediction of viscosity which was confirmed by lab tests.

According to Dmitry Koroteev, a professor at the Skoltech Center for Hydrocarbon Recovery (CHR) and one of the study leads, their research illustrates how ML algorithms can help characterize materials’ properties measured indirectly and, more specifically, by using NMR measurements instead of viscosimetry at the lab. In practical terms, this means that one can obtain information about oil in the subsurface reservoir without extracting samples and taking them to the lab for tests. “Surprisingly, ML works better here than the traditional correlations,” comments Professor Koroteev. “The direct and indirect experimental measurements that we had at our disposal were a good training set for our ML algorithms. The tests demonstrated that the algorithms have good generalization ability and do not require retraining.”

“What is especially interesting is the high accuracy ML models achieve on extra-heavy oil and bitumen samples. Due to their complex chemical composition, the relationship between NMR relaxation and viscosity is not well defined for this oil types. For the empirical models, the workaround for this is to make additional measurements to determine the relative hydrogen index (RHI) of the oil – the information which is often not readily available or difficult to measure in the field accurately. Our study shows that by using ML derived NMR viscosity models, these measurements are not necessary. “– explains Skoltech-Curtin Ph.D. student, Strahinja Markovic, the first author of the paper.

The scientists are positive that their method can find use beyond the petroleum industry. It is not infrequent that the test sample is unavailable for direct tests, which makes indirect measurements a lucky alternative for a variety of sectors, such as the food industry where the quality of fruit could be tested without even cutting them open, or in agriculture where soil quality assessment could cover much larger areas.

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Source: Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)

Full study: “Improved Oil Viscosity Characterization by Low-Field NMR Using Feature Engineering and Supervised Learning Algorithms”, Energy and Fuels.

https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.energyfuels.0c02565

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Hydraulic Testing Equipment for Accurate Analysis Reports of Construction and Automobile Components

Civil engineering materials like soil, bitumen, asphalt, concrete, shafts, beams and other essential components that are used in construction activities must be analysed to determine their quality. Civil engineering testing equipment are used for analyzing various types of materials used in construction activities. They help in the performance of various analyses and preparation of analysis reports so that quality material is used within construction activities. Soil, asphalt, concrete, and bitumen are the most essential components used in construction activities. They must be analysed using various methods like sampling analysis for ensuring its efficiency and effectiveness.

Hydraulic equipment and various other tools for measuring strength, permeability, viscosity and other important aspects related to construction materials are used by civil engineers. Hydraulic equipment used for the analysis of construction materials have the following features and benefits:

Dynamic testing procedures:

The hydraulic equipment used for measuring the tensile strength of construction materials like beams and other metal materials are very essential. The equipment is dynamic and flexible which allows an individual to test various types of components and materials based on various aspects and criteria. Tensile strength, ability to handle and withstand pressure and compression and various other aspects are considered for using hydraulic equipment for material testing and analysis. Moreover, the equipment is dynamic and flexible enough to handle various components of different composition. One can find both automated and manual hydraulic testing equipment for analyzing various construction materials.

Digital and automated mechanism of testing:

Pieces of equipment like servo-hydraulic actuators are used for measuring the tensile strength and load taking capacity of various components used in construction activities and as automobile parts. Such pieces of equipment are completely automated and operate using a computer-based and digital mode of operation which provides complete details regarding functionality, strength, and quality of various construction materials and parts. Moreover, such equipment is available in dynamic and static mode of operation which allows an individual test material based on various aspects which can be dynamic depending upon consistency of material or static means.

Speed and accuracy:

Fatigue testing and other hydraulic based material testing equipment are flexible enough to test various types of civil engineering materials and components used in machines and automobiles. Moreover, such hydraulic equipment conducts an analysis of various types of materials with speed and accuracy. The testing modes can be changed according to one’s needs and preferences and types of material. Loading, unloading and tensile strength of a component like rubber pads and materials used in automobiles can be analysed. The machines display accurate reading which can be analysed for determining the quality of mechanical and construction materials.

Hydraulic testing machine and equipment used for analyzing construction materials like beams and automobile parts like rubber pads and chassis based on various aspects can be sourced from various online websites. Heicoin Company is a pioneer in providing such equipment which can be used for analyzing various construction materials. The company has a proven track record of providing the best and quality equipment for conducting an accurate analysis of necessary civil and automobile components.

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When it comes to ensuring the quality and performance of bitumen, having the right testing equipment is crucial. As a leading Bitumen Testing Equipment Manufacturer, Heico Dynamic is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art solutions for accurate testing.

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Los Angeles Abrasion test on Aggregates

AIM: To determine the abrasion value of coarse aggregates as per IS: 2386 (Part IV) – 1963.

APPARATUS: 

i) Los Angles abrasion testing machine ii) IS Sieve of size – 1.7mm iii) Abrasive charge – 12 nos. cast iron or steel spheres approximately 48mm dia. and each weighing between 390 and 445g ensuring that the total weight of charge is 5000 + or – 25g iv) Oven 

PREPARATION OF SAMPLE: The test…

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WMASS Flanges Dealers in Oman

Meraki Star Metals Oil & Gas Equipment Trading L.L.C. stands out as a leading manufacturer of Carbon Steel Flanges in India, offering a diverse range of flanges in various types and material grades. Our carbon steel flanges are composed of carbon, manganese, phosphorus, sulfur, silicon, copper, nickel, chromium, molybdenum, and vanadium, varying according to the material grade. The pricing of Carbon Steel Pipe Flanges also varies based on the material grade.

The WMASS Carbon Steel Flanges exhibit varying dimensions and strengths, with a tensile strength ranging from a minimum of 485MPa to a minimum yield strength of 250MPa. Classified as a medium pressure class within the B16.5 standard flanges, the Flange ANSI B16.5 Class 150 utilizes materials and pressure classes determined by nominal bore sizes and wall thicknesses.

With nominal bore sizes ranging from ½ inches to 48 inches, and classes such as WMASS Carbon Steel Flanges Rating offering different pressure ratings, we cater to diverse industrial needs. Different types of flanges serve specific purposes, such as the Carbon Steel Blind Flange for terminating pipe connections either permanently or temporarily, with permanent joints welded and temporary ones secured with bolts and nuts. The CS Lap Joint Flange, featuring a lap joint, serves as a special type. Known for their toughness and high wear and tear resistance, our carbon steel flanges assure reliability in demanding applications. For further details on Carbon Steel Weld Neck Flange Dimensions, prices, and additional information, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Specifications of WMASS Carbon Steel Flanges Companion Flanges:

WMASS CARBON STEEL FLANGES SIZES: Ranging from 1/2" (15 NB) to 48" (1200NB) DN10~DN5000.

API FLANGES STANDARDS: Compliant with ANSI/ASME B16.5, B16.47 Series A & B, B16.48, BS4504, BS 10, EN-1092, DIN, ANSI Flanges, ASME Flanges, BS Flanges, DIN Flanges, EN Flanges, GOST Flange, ASME/ANSI B16.5/16.36/16.47A/16.47B, MSS S44, ISO70051, JISB2220, BS1560-3.1, API7S-15, API7S-43, API605, EN1092.

API FLANGES PRESSURE RATING ANSI: Including Class 150 LBS, 300 LBS, 600 LBS, 900 LBS, 1500 LBS, 2500 LBS.

API FLANGES PRESSURE CALCULATION IN DIN: With ratings such as 6Bar, 10Bar, 16Bar, 25Bar, 40Bar / PN6, PN10, PN16, PN25, PN40, PN64.

JIS: Offering options like 5K, 10 K, 16 K, 20 K, 30 K, 40 K, 63 K.

UNI and EN: With pressure ratings of 6Bar, 10Bar, 16Bar, 25Bar, 40Bar.

COATING: Includes options like Oil Black Paint, Anti-rust Paint, Zinc Plated, Yellow Transparent, Cold and Hot Dip Galvanized.

MOST COMMON TYPES OF API: Forged, Threaded, Screwed, Plate.

TEST CERTIFICATES: Compliant with EN 10204/3.1B, Raw Materials Certificate, 100% Radiography Test Report, Third Party Inspection Report, etc.

PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE: Utilizing forging, heat treatment, and machining processes.

CONNECT TYPE/FLANGE FACE TYPE: Offering a range including Raised Face (RF), Ring Type Joint (RTJ), Flat Face (FF), Large Male-Female (LMF), Lap-Joint Face (LJF), Small Male-Female (SMF), Small Tongue, Large Tongue & Groove, Groove.

SPECIAL DESIGN: Tailored as per specific drawings and standards such as AS, ANSI, BS, DIN, and JIS, spanning from 15 NB (1/2") to 200 NB (8"), encompassing both Equal and Reducing Configurations.

TEST EQUIPMENT: Equipped with state-of-the-art tools like Direct-reading Spectrograph, Hydrostatic testing machine, X-ray detector, UI trasonic flaw detector, Magnetic particle detector, Press machine, Bending machine, Pushing Machine, electric bevelling machine, Sand-blasting machine, etc.

ORIGIN: Sourcing raw materials from Indian, West European, Japanese, US, and Korean origins.

MANUFACTURER OF: Compliant with ANSI DIN, GOST, JIS, UNI, BS, AS2129, AWWA, EN, SABS, NFE, etc.

API FLANGES USES & APPLICATION: Catering to diverse applications including Bitumen upgraders, Heavy oil refineries, Nuclear power (mostly seamless), Petrochemicals, and acids.

EXPORT TO: Serving global markets including Ireland, Singapore, Indonesia, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Canada, USA, Brazil, Thailand, Korea, Iran, India, Egypt, Oman, Dubai, Peru, etc.

MATERIAL TEST CERTIFICATES (MTC): Adhering to EN 10204 3.1 and EN 10204 3.2 standards, with additional certifications certifying NACE MR0103 and NACE MR0175.

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E-Mail ID:  info@merakimetals.ae

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ASTM B564 Welding Neck Flanges

ASME B16.5 Socket Weld Flange are normally utilized on more clear sizes of high-pressure pipes. These consider a smooth bore and better advancement of the liquid or gas inside the line. Tempered Steel Socket Weld Flange are added by embeddings the line into the connection end and applying filet weld around the top.

ASME B16.5 Socket Weld Flange. We are passing on Socket Weld Flange, Socket Weld Raised Face Flanges, Aluminum Socket Weld Flange and Socket Weld Flange Weight expecting considering everything, zero effort because of sensible expert hours in India

Specification of Weld Neck FlangesASME B16.5 Weld Neck Flange Size Chart1/2" (15 NB) to 48" (1200NB) DN10~DN5000

Groove Weld Neck Flange StandardsANSI/ASME B16.5, B16.47 Series A & B, B16.48, BS4504, BS 10, EN-1092, DIN, ANSI Flanges, ASME Flanges, BS Flanges, DIN Flanges, EN Flanges, GOST Flange, ASME/ANSI B16.5/16.36/16.47A/16.47B, MSS S44, ISO70051, JISB2220, BS1560-3.1, API7S-15, API7S-43, API605, EN1092

Weld Neck Reducing Flange Pressure Rating ANSIClass 150 LBS, 300 LBS, 600 LBS, 900 LBS, 1500 LBS, 2500 LBS Weld Neck Ring Joint Flange

WNRF Flange Pressure Calculation in DIN6Bar 10Bar 16Bar 25Bar 40Bar / PN6 PN10 PN16 PN25 PN40, PN64 Weld Neck Reducing Flange

JIS5K, 10 K, 16 K 20 K, 30 K, 40 K, 63 K WNRF Flange

UNI6Bar 10Bar 16Bar 25Bar 40Bar Groove Weld Neck Flange

EN6Bar 10Bar 16Bar 25Bar 40Bar WNRF Pipe Flange

CoatingOil Black Paint, Anti-rust Paint, Zinc Plated, Yellow Transparent, Cold and Hot Dip Galvanized Stainless Steel Weld Neck Flange

Most common types of Welding Neck FlangeForged / Threaded / Screwed / Plate

Test CertificatesEN 10204/3.1B

Raw Materials Certificate

100% Radiography Test Report

Third Party Inspection Report, etc

Production technique

Forged, Heat treated and machined

Connect Type/ Flange Face TypeRaised Face (RF), Ring Type Joint (RTJ), Flat Face (FF), Large Male-Female (LMF), Lap-Joint Face (LJF), Small Male-Female (SMF), Small Tongue, Large Tongue & Groove, Groove

Special design

As per your drawing

AS, ANSI, BS, DIN and JIS 15 NB (1/2") to 200 NB (8") Equal and Reducing Configurations

TestDirect-reading Spectrograph, Hydrostatic testing machine, X-ray detector, UI trasonic flaw detector, Magnetic particle detector

EquipmentPress machine, Bending machine, Pushing Machine, electric bevelling machine, Sand-blasting machine etc

OriginIndian / West Europe / Japan / USA / Korean

Weld Neck Flange Manufacturers

ANSI DIN, GOST, JIS, UNI, BS, AS2129, AWWA, EN, SABS, NFE etc. Weld Neck Reducing Flange: -BS Flange, EN Flange, API 6A Flange, ANSI Flange, ASME Flange, DIN Flange, EN1092-1 Flange, UNI Flange, JIS/ KS Flange, BS4504 Flange, GB Flange, AWWA C207 Flange, GOST Flange, PSI Flange

B.S: BS4504 , BS3293, BS1560, BS10

AS 2129: Table D; Table E; Table H

ANSI B16.5, ANSI B16.47 Series A & B, MSS SP44, ASA, API-605, AWWA, Custom Drawings

ANSI : ANSI B16.5, ANSI B16.47(API605), MSS SP44, ANSI B16.36, ANSI B16.48

ANSI B16.5, ANSI B16.47, MSS SP44, ANSI B16.36, ANSI B16.48

American standard (ANSI)

German (DIN)

British standard (BS)

DIN: DIN 2527, DIN 2566, DIN 2573, DIN 2576, DIN 2641, DIN 2642, DIN 2655, DIN 2656, DIN 2627, DIN 2628, DIN 2629, DIN 2631, DIN 2632, DIN 2633, DIN 2634, DIN 2635, DIN 2636, DIN 2637, DIN 2638 WNRF Pipe Flange

The other standard: AWWA C207; EN1092-1, GOST12820, JIS B2220; KS B1503, SABS1123; NFE29203; UNI2276

Groove Weld Neck Flange Uses & application

Bitumen upgraders.

Heavy oil refineries.

Nuclear power (mostly seamless).

Petrochemicals and acids.

Export toIreland, Singapore, Indonesia, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Canada, USA, Brazil, Thailand, Korea, Iran, India, Egypt, Oman, Dubai, Peru, etc

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