We deliver comprehensive stress and flexibility analyses for plant ducting and piping systems, with a focus on mechanical integrity, thermal resilience, and long-term reliability under demanding industrial conditions. At the core of our workflow is Caesar II, the industry-standard software for piping system analysis, which we leverage to simulate, validate, and optimize ducting performance under a wide range of load scenarios.

Our Capabilities Include:

• Advanced Caesar II Simulation: We use Caesar II as our primary analysis platform to model complex ducting systems, taking into account pipe routing, thermal expansion, sustained and occasional loads, support interactions, and dynamic effects. Our expertise allows us to rapidly iterate on design configurations, uncover hidden overstress risks, and optimize support strategies.

• Expansion and Flexibility Analysis: Using Caesar II’s robust load case management, we assess system behaviour across all critical plant conditions — including thermal growth, pressure cycling, wind, seismic, and startup/shutdown transients. We help mitigate risks such as stress accumulation, fatigue cracking, nozzle overloads, and equipment misalignment.

• Load Envelope Evaluation: We define and evaluate a full matrix of operating, upset, and emergency load cases within Caesar II, ensuring that all possible combinations of thermal and mechanical conditions are safely managed. This enables clients to make confident design decisions early in the project lifecycle.

• Support Design and Optimization: Through sensitivity analyses in Caesar II, we help clients specify guide locations, spring hangers, snubbers, and anchors that balance system flexibility with support loads. This not only improves system resilience but also simplifies field installation and future maintenance.

• Code Compliance and Documentation: All analyses are performed in accordance with relevant international piping standards — including ASME B31.1, B31.3, EN 13480, and ISO 14692. Caesar II’s built-in compliance checks ensure every output is traceable, auditable, and suitable for third-party or regulatory review.

Our ducting analysis services are essential for clients operating in power generation, process industries, chemical plants, and energy infrastructure. With Caesar II as a cornerstone, we bring precision, confidence, and clarity to the design and validation of thermally active piping systems — helping prevent unplanned downtime and extend asset life.