Help -- The tower is deformed; how to align the segments?
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Today, while lifting the pressure reduction tower, it was found that the second section of the cylinder was deformed; the maximum degree of deformation allowed a finger to fit inside. The material used for the tower is 14+3 composite sheet. I would like to ask experts if there are any good solutions for addressing this issue
In the vacuum distillation tower, it was found that the second section of the cylinder was deformed; the most severely deformed area was large enough to allow a hand to fit inside. The undamaged part of the second cylinder section was aligned in a suitable position, and then efforts were made to correct the deformation. The supports or fixing points located in and around the deformed area were removed, after which physical methods such as using wedges, chain blocks, jacks, or flames were employed to address the issue. Under normal circumstances, it can be calibrated properly. Unless the upper and lower diameters are different. It’s no big deal if the part that deforms the most can stretch to fit around a finger. It’s a bit more difficult if the tray thickness is too large.
This isn’t difficult to handle; generally, experienced riveters or plumbers can take care of it.