Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Engineering Solutions
Openso Engineering is a specialized engineering services and fabrication technology company serving the petroleum refining, petrochemical, chemical, and related industries. Founded by four principal employees of Nooter Fabricating with over 120 total years of combined experience, we provide engineering analysis and design support to refineries, focusing on Fitness-for-Service Analysis, Re-Rating of Equipment, and Turnaround Services. Our competitive advantage lies in combining the latest technology with extensive practical experience analyzing, designing, and fabricating pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and other process equipment. This combination of technical expertise and hands-on knowledge enables us to respond to customer needs quickly and identify root causes of problems more efficiently, resulting in overall cost savings for our clients.Our fabrication experience, derived from a world-renowned fabricator of pressure vessels and process equipment, gives us a distinct market advantage over other engineering firms. We offer services that include Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics, vibration analysis, failure analysis, and pressure and heat exchanger design, among others, while maintaining affiliations with and adhering to standards from numerous professional societies and organizations.
Services
Finite Element Analysis
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Fitness for Service
Equipment Reliability
Turnaround Support
Pipe Stress Analysis
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 120 years of combined experience in pressure vessel fabrication.
- Our expertise combines latest technology with practical engineering experience.
- We help clients minimize downtime and operate more safely.
- We founded on a legacy of excellence from Nooter Fabricating.
- Our engineers are registered in multiple states across the U.S.
Services
Finite Element Analysis
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a computational method used to perform engineering analysis of complex systems. Our FEA services help engineers predict how a product will react to real-world forces, vibration, heat, and other physical effects. Using FEA, we can optimize designs and identify potential failure points before manufacturing, saving time and costs while improving product reliability and performance for our clients.
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is a specialized simulation technique used to analyze fluid flow and heat transfer. Our CFD analysis helps clients understand complex fluid behavior in various applications, including heat exchangers and chemical processing equipment. By using CFD, we can optimize system designs, improve efficiency, and solve flow-related problems, providing valuable insights that reduce the need for physical testing and accelerate the development process.
Fitness for Service
Fitness for Service (FFS) analysis evaluates if in-service equipment with flaws can continue to operate safely. Our FFS assessments help clients determine remaining life and safe operating limits for pressure vessels and piping systems. By combining advanced analysis techniques with field data, we provide cost-effective solutions that extend equipment life while maintaining the highest safety standards for industrial facilities.
Pipe Stress Analysis
Pipe stress analysis assesses mechanical loading on piping systems to ensure structural integrity. Our pipe stress engineers use specialized software to analyze thermal expansion, pressure, and external loads on process piping. We identify potential stress points, recommend support modifications, and ensure compliance with applicable codes. Our analysis helps prevent piping failures and costly shutdowns in industrial facilities.
Fabrication Technology
Fabrication Technology services provide specialized knowledge for manufacturing complex process equipment. Our experts offer guidance on forming, welding, non-destructive examination, and heat treatment procedures for exotic materials like titanium clad and Hastelloy. We help fabricators implement advanced techniques, solve production challenges, and ensure quality control throughout the manufacturing process for critical industrial equipment.
People
Khalil Rabiei
Principal Engineer
Dr. Khalil Rabiei is our Principal Engineer with over 30 years of experience in pressure vessel engineering. He holds multiple advanced degrees in engineering mechanics and structural engineering, and is a registered Professional Engineer in 7 states.
Sepi Sayeh
Chief Financial Officer
Sepi Sayeh is our Chief Financial Officer with extensive experience in financial management. She has been with the company since 2002 and brings strong expertise in managing financial operations for engineering firms.
Ryan Heuermann
Sales/Project Manager
Ryan Heuermann is our Sales and Project Manager with experience in chemical and mechanical engineering. He provides engineering consulting services and manages international projects across multiple industries including petroleum refining and aerospace.
Ajay Kardak
Principal Mechanical Engineer
Ajay Kardak is our Principal Mechanical Engineer with a doctorate in mechanical engineering from LSU. He has extensive experience in structural analysis and has saved clients millions through his technical expertise in pressure vessel design and failure analysis.
Shrey Shah
Senior Design Engineer
Shrey Shah is our Senior Design Engineer with a master's degree from the University of Texas at Dallas. He specializes in computational fluid dynamics, finite element analysis, and fluid-structure interaction, with expertise in biomedical device simulation and pressure vessel design.
Questions
What industries does Openso Engineering Engineering serve?
Openso Engineering Engineering serves the petroleum refining, petrochemical, chemical, polysilicon, and pulp and paper industries with specialized engineering analysis and design services.
What engineering analysis services do you offer?
We offer Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Fitness for Service (FFS) assessments, pipe stress analysis, vibration analysis, and failure analysis services for process equipment.
Do you provide fabrication technology support?
Yes, we provide fabrication technology expertise for exotic materials including titanium and zirconium cladding, with specialized knowledge in tri-clad reactor construction for corrosive environments.
How experienced is your engineering team?
Our engineering team has over 120 years of combined experience in pressure vessel design and analysis, with founders from Nooter Fabricating and expertise in ASME Section VIII Division 1, 2 & 3 codes.
Do you offer on-site training services?
Yes, we customize fabrication technology training programs delivered at client facilities or our Edwardsville, IL location, presented by industry experts with extensive field experience.
Reviews (3)
Viti Khatri
Jan 04, 2021
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My time at openso was very enjoyable, it was a time that I learned how to run analyses effectively and efficiently! I wish I could have stayed longer. Great company.
Arej Patel
Nov 23, 2019
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I am surprised about the negative reviews on OPENSO engineering. I enjoyed my time at OPENSO and gained knowledge and great experience.
Mehrad Ansari
Jul 03, 2019
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Based on what I observed, other than the disrespectful interactions within the workplace, the company is severely suffering from poor decision makings of ill-equipped managers and lack of strategic planning.
