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	Where can I find some details about applying and maintaining insulation on LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) lines (cold application)?
	What is the definition of the schedule number when referring to piping and fittings?
	What is a good way to get started in doing a plant-wide steam consumption analysis?
	How can I prevent bridging in a dilute phase pneumatic conveying system?
	When using a pumping loop to mix two miscible fluids in a tank, when can the content be consider well mixed?
	What are some common problems associated with dilute phase pneumatic conveying?
	Can air be used to properly conduct a leak test on a plant during commissioning?
	Is there any way to repair a valve that is passing (leaking internally) without taking our process offline?
	Where can I find an FDA (Federal Drug Administration) approved metering pump?
	What are some common causes of gas pipeline vibration (20" Carbon Steel line)?
	How does industry classify vacuum pressures?
	What are some good methods of avoiding condensation in a compressor suction line?
	What is a common cause of getting water, solvents, or other liquid into inert purge lines?
	What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of cleaning process equipment by cleaning-in-place (CIP)?
	What is the minimum required vent steam for a boiler feed water dearator?
	What is the best way to handle bend or turns in slurry piping systems?
	How can I determine the proper pipe thickness for a slurry line?
	While there are many tests available to detect leaks on vessels, is there a technology available to quanitify the leak or measure the flow through a leak?
	What are some common piping materials used to transport slurries?
	Are there any general rules for flushing slurry lines?
	What are some good uses of low grade steam at 12 atm and 192⁰C?
	What type of fasteners should be used with stainless steel piping?
	What is the practical particle size limit for pneumatic conveying?
	Why is it important that the moisture content of natural gas be minimized?
	Is there any way to efficiently remove residual product left in pipes after a batch operation?