Dear all,

we are doing pipe stress analysis for tank with 100mm settlement. In that case, client ask to provide expansion joint near by nozzle. If we follow, stress are not within allowable....herewith attach system...please guide me...

Few tips:
- loads case are not entire correct L8-L5 which is pur wind is not OPE case, this is OCC - this is real true , practical wind is not applicable for a pipe routing on the ground
- adding wind from all dirrection in one loads case not correct
- see this doc for loads case explanation http://www.coade.com/ubbthreads/attachments/895-387-LoadCases.pdf
- lack of flexibility and knowledge is one reson to have such ovestress
- placing axial stop in the line node 1130/1160/1190/2720/4530 every 30m will generate huge loads - 1.3 milion N - are you kidding with this
- if you place rest supports near the tank nozzle - use ghimbal or lateral - see if is possible to use a spring hanger
- overstress in tee conn. - have a look for a loop/loops