For large pressure vessels, a lift plan is a critical part of the overall design and should not be overlooked. The lift plan specifies the locations of lifting and…
Last month we spoke about ASME’s post-construction standard PCC-1, which covers assembly of bolted flanges. ASME also publishes standards PCC-2, Repair of Pressure Equipment and Piping, and PCC-3, Inspection…
The primary code that applies to nearly all pressure vessels and heat exchangers is the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1. It contains all the requirements…
The code requires all vessels to be pressure tested before they can be stamped and certified. The standard pressure test is a hydrostatic test, in which the vessel is…
Weld symbols are critical in any ASME code design and technical drawing. They serve as a universal language between the designer, customer, and the welder, ensuring that all requirements for each…