Case Study: Stressman Engineering resolves high-pressure vibration issues with Hexagon CAESAR II

Stressman Engineering Resolves Dangerous High-Pressure Vibration Issues with Hexagon’s CAESAR II

Stressman Engineering, a global Norwegian engineering firm, was tasked with identifying the source of dangerous high-pressure vibrations in a mud system on an oil rig being built in China. The client's previous analysis attempts had failed, and the unresolved issue risked severe long-term damage and potential safety hazards. They turned to Hexagon's CAESAR II pipe stress analysis software to perform a more advanced and accurate investigation.

Hexagon's solution enabled Stressman to seamlessly import existing models and integrate with third-party applications for fluid pulsation and structural support analysis. This integrated approach allowed engineers to pinpoint a critical installation error: a pipe support that was not welded and was sliding back and forth. Once corrected, the vibrations stopped entirely. This successful resolution, achieved by Hexagon, prevented a potential fatigue fracture, ensuring the system's structural integrity and avoiding significant safety risks and financial losses for the client.

Stressman Engineering

Sondre Luca Helgesen

Chief Executive Officer