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- Limits on thickness for tubes and cylindrical shells in the VSR standard
The VSR standard provides for different lower limits on the thickness of the walls of pipes and cylindrical shells. NextGen checks these limits on the basis of the criteria imposed by the standard, this article summarizes this process. - Greater prominence for the options relating to the reduction of the allowable in EN 13445 openings
In version 2022.2, greater visibility is given to two important options in the calculation of openings in EN calculations. - How to validate an attachment (nozzle or support) according to WRC 107, WRC 537 o WRC 297
How to validate an attachment (nozzle or support) according to WRC 107, WRC 537 o WRC 297 - Getting started step-by-step guide
A guide for those approaching NextGen for the first time, aimed to discover the user interface and create the first simple vessel - How to design a stiffening ring against external pressure using NextGen
NextGen supports different configuration of rings to act as stiffeners against external pressure. In this article we detail how to configure them. - Using the Usage Factor function to calculate the percentage of component utilization
How to perform a quantitative analysis on pressure parts with the Usage Factor function - Heat Exchanger Wizard
How to design a heat exchanger using NextGen's Heat Exchanger Wizard - How to create a reinforced ring opening (studding outlet flange)
Creation of a reinforced ring (studding outlet) along with eventual connection to a blind flange - Integration of external calculations into the NextGen report
How to integrate calculations performed externally, for example using Excel spreadsheets, into the NextGen calculation report - How to design supports for stacked equipments
The support of a vessel or an exchanger could also be subject to the stresses of overlying elements, as in the case of stacked exchangers. In this article we will see how to take this into account, so as to carry out adequate sizing. - How to add a coaxial nozzle to the small end of a cone
Often vertical vessels equipped with a cone on the lower part end with a drainage nozzle, in this article we illustrate how to add it. - Simplified fatigue assessment according to EN13445-3 Clause 17 and AD 2000 S 1
Simplified fatigue assessment according to EN13445-3 Clause 17 - How to design a vapor belt for an heat exchanger
The vapor belt, or annular distributor, is a component commonly used in heat exchangers to enable a more uniform distribution of fluids or gases at lower velocities. This document outlines how to approach its mechanical design using NextGen. - Thread calculation according to EN14359 Clause 5.5.6
The thread calculation procedure allows to determine the minimum length of thread engagement for sustaining compressive stresses and the minimum length of thread engagement for sustaining shear stresses - Considerations on the verification of saddles according to the Zick method
This article expresses our position regarding the dimensions b and b1 in the calculation of saddles according to the Zick method - How to design an hairpin or double pipe heat exchanger
Following this guide, you'll be able to design two different types of uncommon heat exchangers: hairpin and double-pipe - How to create an additional component with the "Desktop View"
Guide to creating components outside the 3D modeler, using the interface called "Desktop View" - How to design a gas cylinder with NextGen
In this article we illustrate the precautions to be taken when calculating a gas cylinder