Howdy, I'm Mahmoud Abdallah
About Me
Full Name
Mahmoud Abdallah
Phone Number
01005174037
Job Title
ASME Committee Member - Authorized Training Instructor
Bio
Mr. Mahmoud Abdallah is a highly accomplished mechanical engineer, industry leader, and internationally recognized training professional with more than three decades of experience in the oil and gas, chemical, and petrochemical sectors. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Power Engineering from Helwan University in 1995 and has since built an extensive career serving multinational organizations across the energy and process industries.
Throughout his professional journey, Mr. Abdallah has specialized in mechanical engineering, piping systems, industry standards, and technical leadership. His expertise has enabled him to contribute significantly to major industrial projects while supporting the development of engineering best practices and professional competency programs.
Currently, he serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Malyomar Engineering, leading engineering consultancy, training, and technical development initiatives that support professionals and organizations across the region.
Mr. Abdallah is an active contributor to the global engineering community and holds several distinguished professional affiliations and certifications, including:
- Member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
- Member of the ASME B31.3 Process Piping and ASME B31.1 Power Piping Code Committees.
- Authorized Training Instructor for the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
- President of the Society of Piping Engineers and Designers (SPED), Egypt Chapter.
- Certified Pan-Arab Energy Management Professional.
- Certified Value Methodology Associate (VMA) by SAVE International® and recognized Value Management Book Reviewer.
- Member of the Egyptian Society of Mechanical Engineers (ESME).
As a trainer, mentor, and industry expert, Mr. Abdallah is dedicated to advancing engineering knowledge, promoting excellence in professional practice, and supporting the continuous development of engineers and technical professionals throughout the Middle East and beyond.
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Courses Taken
Intermediate
ASME B31.3 and B31.1 Practical Piping Design for Process and Power Applications
Are you qualified as an inspector or a supervisor? As an Engineer, …
$600
ASME B31.3 and B31.1 Practical Piping Design for Process and Power Applications
What you'll learn
By participating in this course, you will learn how to successfully:
Identify the responsibilities of personnel involved in the design, fabrication, assembly, erection, examination, inspection, and testing of process and/or power piping
Describe the scope and technical requirements of the ASME B31.3 Code as well as differences in ASME B31.1.
Apply and implement the quality requirements that are defined in the ASME B31.3 and B31.1 Code.
Explain the principal failure modes of piping components and where to look for them
Describe the layout and simplified and formal analysis techniques
Who should attend?
This course is designed for engineers, managers and quality personnel who are involved in the design, manufacturing, fabrication, and examination of process piping that is being built to the requirements of U.S. Codes & Standards.
Engineers entering the piping design and analysis field
Practicing piping engineers requiring background on Code compliance and trends in piping design, analysis, and fabrication
QA/QC personnel
Piping Designers involved in the design, layout, of pressure piping systems.
Expert
Process Plant Layout and Piping Design, Level-III
This expert-level course is designed for senior and lead engineers …
$800
Process Plant Layout and Piping Design, Level-III
What you'll learn
Implement Design Strategy: Develop and enforce a comprehensive Basis of Design (BOD) for layout, driving standardization and compliance across the project.
Manage Brownfield Constraints: Master the advanced planning and execution required for integrating new piping systems into existing plant infrastructure (Brownfield projects), minimizing shutdown time and maximizing safety.
Optimize Project Cost (Value Engineering): Apply Value Engineering (VE) principles to layout decisions to achieve quantifiable reductions in CAPEX (material costs) and OPEX (maintenance and energy costs).
Lead Safety and Review Workshops: Effectively participate in and lead HAZOP, SIL, and advanced 3D Model Review sessions, driving corrective actions that resolve critical risks.
Validate Stress Analysis Feedback: Critically review the Stress Analysis Report to ensure the final layout satisfies mechanical integrity requirements and manage design iteration cycles efficiently.
Develop Modularization Plans: Evaluate the technical feasibility and cost benefits of modularization and offsite fabrication for large sections of the plant.
Intermediate
B31.1 Power Piping
Employ the ASME B31.1 requirements throughout the entire system lifecycle …
$600
B31.1 Power Piping
What you'll learn
Identify the difference between “Design by Rule” and “Design by Analysis” codes.
Discover the principal failure modes of piping components and where to look for them.
Recognize the difference between pressure component design and structural design.
Investigate the importance of piping flexibility.
Discuss how to develop stress intensification factors.
Recognize how to qualify nonstandard fittings and joints.
Identify materials selection and limitations, fabrication rules and their bases
Explain welding qualification requirements, inspection, examination, and testing requirements
Identify the Code requirements for power piping maintenance
Intermediate
Design of Bolted Flange Joints
Understand and apply ASME codes and standards for bolted flange …
$600
Design of Bolted Flange Joints
What you'll learn
You Will Learn To
Develop an awareness of flange types and the ASME codes and standards applicable for bolted flange joint design
Enhance your knowledge for designing and analyzing bolted flange joints
Explain how the flange design interacts with bolts and gaskets to achieve a leak tight joint
Identify the parameters that can affect flange sealing along with methods to troubleshoot and remediate flange leakage
Intermediate
B31.8 Gas Transmission & Distribution Piping System
Gain an understanding of ASME B31.8 including design, operation, maintenance, …
$600
B31.8 Gas Transmission & Distribution Piping System
What you'll learn
Explain the causes and modes of pipeline failure
Describe the considerations for material specifications, pipe manufacturing, and pipe joining
Estimate pipeline stresses from external loading
Explain how to evaluate pipeline defects
Identify pipeline repair techniques
Identify the elements of pipeline integrity
Explain how code requirements address these issues
Explain the differences between B31.8 and US DOT gas pipeline regulations
Intermediate
Inspection, Repair and Alterations of In Service Pressure Equipment
Do you work with pressure equipment that is currently in …
$600
Inspection, Repair and Alterations of In Service Pressure Equipment
What you'll learn
Identify the most commonly used Codes and Standards applicable to the inspection, repair, and alteration of existing pressure equipment.
Identify detailed requirements of the NBIC.
Explain the differences between the NBIC and API-510
Describe the latest developments in the rapidly advancing field of pressure equipment inspection and repairs.
Explain the responsibilities of the users, manufacturers, repair organizations, jurisdictional regulatory agencies, and inspectors.
Explain how to obtain a National Board Certificate of Authorization and stamp
Identify and provide examples of repairs, alterations, and the documentation requirements for each.
Provide examples demonstrating the application of the rules.
Intermediate
Bolted Joints and Gasket Behavior
Understand bolted joint fundamentals and gasketed joint torque factors, bolting …
$600
Bolted Joints and Gasket Behavior
What you'll learn
Explain how the bolted joint functions as a mechanical system that relies on the simultaneous interaction of the three primary components to successfully seal the connection
Assess the mechanical stress and strain of a bolt and explain the challenges that one encounters when specifying an optimum bolt load
Evaluate the total state of stress in bolts and how this effects the selection of a given bolt type and grade
Describe the effects of in-service conditions and how they reduce or increase bolt load
Describe the concept of leak tightness as a predictable value of gasket stress and how to use leak tightness as the basis of specifying bolt loads
Identify conditions that create bolt failure
Use ASME PCC-1 Guidelines for compliance to successful sealing of bolted, gasketed connections
Discern how to use either stress or strain to select bolt load
Evaluate the various methods of attaining bolt load.
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Intermediate
ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 2: Design & Fabrication of Pressure Vessels
This introductory course describes the use of alternative rules for …
$600
ASME BPV Code, Section VIII, Division 2: Design & Fabrication of Pressure Vessels
What you'll learn
Explain how the requirements of Divisions 1 and 2 of Section VIII compare
Explain the theories of failure and design margins of various codes
Identify the general requirements of the new Division 2
Describe design rules and stress analysis methods
Explain fatigue analysis
Identify materials and fabrication requirements
Identify NDE requirements, pressure testing, and pressure relief requirements
Featured
Intermediate
Piping Flexibility and Support
Flexibility is a crucial topic in Process Piping Engineering. Almost, …
$480
Piping Flexibility and Support
What you'll learn
Paving the way of piping designer to consider code provision.
Provide mandatory introduction to piping stress engineering.
Complete awareness on piping supporting system for construction and maintenance engineers.
Intermediate
Guidelines for Value Engineering in Highway and Transportation Organizations
Organizations recognizes the need for the prudent use of resources …
$240
Guidelines for Value Engineering in Highway and Transportation Organizations
What you'll learn
Provide strong background on Value Engineering in highway and transportation.
Support in establishment of Organization VE program.
Train VE team on program management.
Intermediate
A Guide to the Value Methodology Body of Knowledge (VM Guide)
The course provides a complete exploration of SAVE International VM …
$200
A Guide to the Value Methodology Body of Knowledge (VM Guide)
What you'll learn
Provide strong background on Value Engineering in highway and transportation.
Support in establishment of Organization VE program.
Train VE team on program management.
Intermediate
Function Analysis Guide
The course provides a complete exploration of SAVE International Function …
$200
Function Analysis Guide
What you'll learn
Provide strong background on Value Engineering in highway and transportation.
Support in establishment of Organization VE program.
Train VE team on program management.
Intermediate
Writing Technical Proposal to attract and win clients
Today, a record number of people are going into business …
$200
Writing Technical Proposal to attract and win clients
What you'll learn
Understanding the core of your business
Enhancing proposal writing process
Client management
Intermediate
FAST Creativity and innovation, Rapidly Improving Processes, Product Development and Solving Complex Problems
FAST technique reduces the time for complex audit and analysis …
$200
FAST Creativity and innovation, Rapidly Improving Processes, Product Development and Solving Complex Problems
What you'll learn
Rapidly improving process, product development and solving complex problems
Intermediate
Pipe Stress analysis and supporting systems for piping designers
This specialized course is engineered to definitively bridge the critical …
$400
Pipe Stress analysis and supporting systems for piping designers
What you'll learn
Eliminate Design Iterations: Proactively design layouts that meet mechanical requirements, directly reducing costly communication loops and eliminating re-work cycles between the Piping Design and Stress Analysis teams.
Translate Code to CAD: Gain the essential knowledge of stress analysis criteria (e.g., thermal flexibility, support span limits) and learn to implement these ASME B31 code rules directly within your 3D modeling environment.
Master Load Vector Generation: Understand precisely how your layout decisions (routing, branch connections, component weight) directly translate into critical load vectors that determine the compliance of the entire system.
Optimize Support System Placement: Select and place piping support systems not just for weight, but to effectively control displacement and manage moment loads, making the system inherently mechanically sound from the initial draft.
Accelerate Deliverable Approval: Structure and prepare piping deliverables (Isometrics, Plan Views) to proactively address the stress engineer's needs, leading to faster review cycles and accelerated project turnover.
Validate Constructability & Compliance: Achieve true engineering synergy by ensuring your designs are simultaneously constructable, cost-efficient, and fully compliant with ASME flexibility and sustained stress limits.
Beginner
Pipe Stress Engineering-Academic foundation
This course provides a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of stress …
$400
Pipe Stress Engineering-Academic foundation
What you'll learn
Differentiate between properties of various engineering materials.
Apply fundamental principles of stress, strain, and material failure theories.
Perform stress analysis on different structural components.
Utilize Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software for complex problems.
Analyze thermal, static, and dynamic loads.
Develop a strong theoretical foundation for specialized fields like pipe stress analysis.
Intermediate
Pipe Stress Engineering, Static
Elevate your engineering expertise and join the thousands of professionals …
$800
Pipe Stress Engineering, Static
What you'll learn
Execute the accurate geometric and topological discretization of the pressure envelope and ancillary components within the CAESAR II
Define and integrate the set of time-invariant static load vectors
Conduct a rigorous tensor evaluation of primary and secondary stresses
Nozzle and Support Reaction Profiling
Resolve the effects of non-linear boundary conditions
Validate the mechanical integrity compliance margin
Drafting hardware technical specification
Moving among Compliance, Value and Energy
Master the final phase of analysis, producing irrefutable, audit-proof documentation.
Intermediate
As-built Engineering in Assets Management
Provide strong background on Value Engineering in highway and transportation. Support …
$400
As-built Engineering in Assets Management
What you'll learn
Understand the critical importance of as-built data in revamp projects.
Plan and execute a site survey for collecting as-built data.
Utilize new technologies and tools like laser scanning, drones, and reality capture.
Translate raw field data into accurate engineering drawings and models.
Present as-built information for new construction.
Update existing plant drawings and documents to reflect as-built conditions.
Beginner
Process Plant Layout and Piping Design, Level – I
The layout and piping design phase is one of the …
$400
Process Plant Layout and Piping Design, Level – I
What you'll learn
Interpret Engineering Documents: Effectively read and utilize core piping design documents, including PFDs, P&IDs, and Isometric drawings.
Identify Components: Differentiate and select standard piping components (valves, fittings, flanges) and understand their functions within the system.
Apply Layout Principles: Execute preliminary Plot Plan and Equipment Layout based on functional and safety criteria.
Establish Design Constraints: Identify and apply the primary constraints that dictate pipe routing (e.g., access, maintenance, thermal expansion).
Determine Clearances: Apply industry standards to determine minimum clearances, spacing, and accessibility requirements for various equipment types.
Communicate Design Intent: Structure and present design information clearly for effective communication with structural, mechanical, and stress engineering teams.
Intermediate
Process Plant Layout and Piping Design, Level-II
This intermediate course transitions participants from reading basic drawings to …
$800
Process Plant Layout and Piping Design, Level-II
What you'll learn
Design Major Plant Areas: Develop comprehensive layouts for common plant areas (e.g., pump stations, compression stations, cooling towers) adhering to API and OSHA standards.
Optimize Pipe Rack Geometry: Calculate and optimize pipe rack width, height, and bay spacing while managing utility segregation and thermal expansion requirements.
Resolve Layout Conflicts: Proactively identify and resolve complex clashes and interferences using 3D model review techniques (e.g., navigating virtual HAZOP and 3D Model Review sessions).
Apply Design for Maintenance (DFM): Ensure adequate maintenance envelopes and removal paths for critical equipment (e.g., heat exchangers, valves, pump spares) to minimize future downtime.
Specify Specialty Items: Prepare accurate data sheets for critical piping specialty items (e.g., strainers, spectacle blinds, flame arrestors) and integrate them correctly into the layout.
Generate Core Deliverables: Produce precise Plot Plans, Equipment Arrangements, and Piping Key Plans suitable for structural and civil engineering use.
Intermediate
Process Plant Layout and Piping Design, workshops with multi-disciplinary
This is an intensive, practical workshop designed as the culminating …
$1,000
Process Plant Layout and Piping Design, workshops with multi-disciplinary
What you'll learn
Translate P&IDs to Layout: Successfully convert Gas Sweetening Unit P&IDs and process flow data into preliminary equipment and piping layout plans.
Resolve Multi-Disciplinary Interfaces: Effectively manage and resolve design conflicts (clashes, load requirements) dictated by Structural, Mechanical, and Process advisors.
Validate Stress-Informed Design: Proactively apply stress analysis constraints (e.g., control displacement, manage nozzle loads) to optimize the thermal flexibility of the piping route.
Apply Safety and Operability Constraints: Incorporate specialized safety requirements for flammable/toxic service (e.g., access, venting, drainage) unique to gas processing facilities.
Generate Project Deliverables: Produce a complete set of integrated deliverables, including Plot Plans, Key Plans, and Stress-Ready Isometrics, for final technical review.
Execute a Full Design Cycle: Experience the complete workflow from Basis of Design (BOD) through to Final 3D Model Review and interdisciplinary sign-off.
Expert
Professional Piping Lead Engineer
Certainly, a group of professionals work together in order to …
$800
Professional Piping Lead Engineer
What you'll learn
Overview on project management
Setting and achieve success criteria
Piping Lead engineer management approaches
Path forward of Lead Engineer
All Levels
Root Cause Analysis, the right tool
This course to root cause analysis (RCA) is intended to …
$252
Root Cause Analysis, the right tool
What you'll learn
Provide a guide to empirically investigating quality failures using the scientific method in the form of cycles of Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) supported by the use of quality tools.
Intermediate
Introduction to TRIZ Methodology of Inventive Problem Solving
Any successful enterprise, be it a big company or a …
$200
Introduction to TRIZ Methodology of Inventive Problem Solving
What you'll learn
Strengthen trainee capabilities in solving engineering problems.
Integrating TRIZ with other problem-solving techniques.
Intermediate
Wind Energy, from academic and Industrial perspectives
The adoption of renewable energy sources like wind and solar …
$600
Wind Energy, from academic and Industrial perspectives
What you'll learn
Shed a light on renewable energy.
Increase trainee awareness for wind energy.
Provide Engineering background on wind turbine design from mechanical and civil perspectives.
Intermediate
Energy Management and Efficiency for process plant
Energy sustainability plays a crucial role in the well-being and …
$480
Energy Management and Efficiency for process plant
What you'll learn
provide a concise overview of energy management principles and techniques for the process industries.
Be aware of international standards relevant to Energy Management.
Train team on program management.
Expert
What Went Wrong: Case Histories of Process Plant Disasters Learn from accidents. Plant Layout issues
ASME Codes establishment motivators were accidents. Lessons leaned is a …
$600
What Went Wrong: Case Histories of Process Plant Disasters Learn from accidents. Plant Layout issues
What you'll learn
Awareness of how safety has no tolerance.
Provide a way to handle different design issues.
Show the importance of organizing Lessons Learned smart database.
Beginner
Stepping into Piping Engineering – Components
To start in such a field, we introduce a fundamental …
$252
Stepping into Piping Engineering – Components
What you'll learn
What is Piping Engineering.
Piping Engineers Roles and Responsibilities.
Detailed study of Piping Network Components.
Expert
Pipe Stress Engineering, Advanced
This expert-level course moves beyond standard static analysis to tackle …
$1,000
Pipe Stress Engineering, Advanced
What you'll learn
Master Dynamic Simulation: Execute advanced time history analysis for transient events (Water Hammer, Relief Valve Dynamics) and Response Spectrum Analysis (RSA) for complex seismic loading.
Analyze Non-Linear Systems: Accurately model and analyze complex systems such as Jacketed Piping and systems connected to Vertical Vessels, managing crucial interface loads.
Evaluate Composite Materials: Apply advanced CAESAR II capabilities to model and perform static and seismic evaluation of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) pipe systems.
Integrate Value Engineering: Utilize stress analysis results to perform Life Cycle Cost (LCC) assessments, optimizing support spans and routing to reduce material and long-term OPEX (pumping power).
Advanced Code Application: Apply specialized analysis techniques for complex code scenarios and conduct detailed harmonic analysis for vibration mitigation.
Intermediate
B31.3 Process Piping
Apply the ASME B31.3 Code requirements throughout the entire process …
$600
B31.3 Process Piping
What you'll learn
Identify the responsibilities of personnel involved in the design, fabrication, assembly, erection, examination, inspection, and testing of process piping
Describe the scope and technical requirements of the ASME B31.3 Code
Apply and implement the quality requirements that are defined in the ASME B31.3 Code
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Beginner
ASME B31.12 Hydrogen Piping and Pipelines
ASME B31.12 Standard on Hydrogen Piping and Pipelines contains requirements …
$600
ASME B31.12 Hydrogen Piping and Pipelines
What you'll learn
Hydrogen Technologies and Market Players
Global Policies
Describe the scope of B31.12
Explain the design requirements of B31.12
Identify materials requirements
Explain B31.12 requirements for fabrication, assembly, and erection
Explain the B31.12 requirements for inspection, examination, and testing
Intermediate
Pressure Relief Devices: Design, Sizing, Construction, Inspection and Maintenance
Possibly the most important single safety device on a boiler …
$600
Pressure Relief Devices: Design, Sizing, Construction, Inspection and Maintenance
What you'll learn
You Will Learn To:
Explain the Code requirements for pressure relief devices covered by the ASME Boiler and pressure Vessel Code and the ASME Pressure Piping Codes
Identify the design, construction and manufacturing requirements of pressure relief devices
Select materials for various types of pressure relief valves, and rupture disks
Explain how to apply the API RP 520 Part I, Sizing and Selection of Pressure Relieving Devices, API RP 520 Part -2, Installation of Pressure Relief Devices, and API RP 576 - Inspection of Pressure Relief Devices
Perform calculations for sizing and selection of pressure relief devices for single phase flow of fluids
Explain how to handle transportation, storage, installation, and maintenance of PRD's
Identify the requirements for testing and testing facilities
Explain how to perform inspections as per the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC), and API standards
Describe how to establish a National Board VR (valve repair) certification program and repair PRVs
Explain how to test pressure relief valves as required by the code
Intermediate
ROHR2 for optimized Pipe Stress Analysis
This highly specialized course provides essential, in-depth training on performing …
$810.88
ROHR2 for optimized Pipe Stress Analysis
What you'll learn
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Apply EN 13480-3 Criteria: Successfully interpret and apply the specific formulae and safety margins for calculating Sustained and Thermal Expansion Stresses under EN 13480.
Model EN Components: Accurately model all standard and specialized piping components (including EN-specified materials and fittings) within the ROHR2 environment.
Define Load Envelopes: Structure and combine static loads (pressure, temperature, weight) strictly according to the EN 13480 load case methodology.
Resolve Non-Linearities: Implement and analyze the effects of friction, gaps, and limit stops in the model, understanding their impact on overall system flexibility.
Validate Equipment Integrity: Implement nozzle load checks and verify external forces against allowable limits prescribed by relevant EN/DIN equipment standards.
Generate Auditable Reports: Produce detailed, customized ROHR2 output reports that meet all documentation requirements for EN 13480 compliance and third-party verification.
