Advanced Stress Analysis of District Heating Networks per EN 13941 with PASS/START-PROF

Key Topics We Will Explore:

• Foundational Modeling: An accurate Pipe-Soil Interaction Model to represent real-world boundary conditions and soil restraints.
• Advanced Material Behavior: Correctly accounting for the flexibility of Expansion Cushions (Pads) and the Polyurethane (PUR) Insulation layer in your stress calculations.
• Compliance & Verification: Applying the specific Strength Criteria as defined in EN 13941 and performing the mandatory Polyurethane Foam Insulation Stress Check to prevent damage to the casing.
• External Load Analysis: Evaluating and mitigating stresses imposed on buried pipelines from Surface Vehicle Loads.
• Pre-Stressing Techniques: A detailed comparison and analysis of two key installation methods:
• Pre-Heating Method: Modeling and optimizing systems that use controlled heating to create beneficial pre-stress.
• Single Use Compensators (E-Comp): Analyzing systems that utilize pre-fabricated solutions for efficient installation and stress management.
• Live Connection Modeling: Learn the best practices for safely modeling Hot Taps (live connections into an active system) without compromising network integrity.

Who Should Attend?

• Pipeline Stress Engineers
• District Heating Network Designers
• Project Engineers and Managers
• CAD/CAE Engineers in the energy sector
• Anyone involved in the design, validation, or commissioning of pre-insulated pipeline systems.

Key Takeaways:

• A clear understanding of the EN 13941 requirements for stress analysis.
• Practical skills for modeling complex real-world scenarios in PASS/START-PROF.
• Knowledge to choose and optimize between pre-heating and compensator-based pre-stressing.
• Ability to ensure your designs are safe from pipe failure and insulation damage.

Webinar language: English

Ensure your district heating designs are not just functional, but resilient, efficient, and fully compliant.

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