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Engineering 101: Codes and Standards: A Working Introduction

May 22, 2026

Codes and standards are referenced constantly in process facilities, but early-career engineers often lack a clear framework for understanding what they are, how they relate to each other, and why they carry real legal and safety consequences. This article in our Engineering 101 series provides a practical introduction to the codes and standards landscape, covering construction codes, in-service codes, FFS standards, and RAGAGEP, with field examples and common pitfalls to help new engineers build a working foundation, whatever their role.

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Engineering 101: Metallurgy, How Equipment Gets Damaged 

Apr 22, 2026

Metals don’t simply wear out; rather, they fail through specific, recognizable damage mechanisms, and understanding the difference is one of the most practical foundations an early-career engineer can build. This installment of our Engineering 101 series introduces the metallurgy fundamentals every new engineer should know, from core material properties to corrosion, fatigue, creep, and embrittlement, with a real-world case study showing how damage mechanism reviews (DMRs) translate directly into safer, more reliable operations.

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Asset Lifecycle Management: An Introduction to Process Safety

Feb 20, 2026

The most serious incidents in industrial history were not the result of a single equipment failure — they were the product of systemic breakdowns in design, operations, and management. Understanding how process safety works, and where it can fail, is essential knowledge for any engineer working with complex systems or hazardous materials.

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Introduction to Piping Systems: Design & Integrity

Jan 23, 2026

Discover the fundamentals of piping system design and integrity in this introductory article for early-career engineers. Learn why piping matters, how reliable systems are built, and common pitfalls to avoid. Whether you’re new to the field or need a practical refresher, this article is a valuable starting point to learn about safe and effective piping systems.

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