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ASME Boundary ends at the first sealing surface in a threaded connection.... REF: ASME Section VIII Div 1 Paragraph U-1(e)(1) U-1(e)(1) where external piping; other pressure vessels including heat exchangers; or mechanical devices, such as pumps, mixers, or compressors, are to be connected to...

XL83NL, From what I understand, the Public Review Drafts link at ASME covers all ASME Codes... currently only BPVC-I is available for review... I am sure the contact person highlighted on the page could answer further questions. FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a question half solved.

Glad to help! Any suggestions to improving the site are welcome... FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a question half solved.

What Does Your AI say? In My Opinion, the Manufacturer (on MDR) that is responsible for the design.... in accordance with Mandatory Appendix 41 .........needs to indicate as such on the MDR they certify. It could be U-1 or U-2... FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a question half solved.

As I am the one maintaining bpvinspector.com... I understand the forms cannot meet everyones needs and as long as the content is "essentially" unchanged from the Code, you are able to edit the forms as you see fit... I used to keep the forms updated in Excel but, it is a real task to keep them...

Please click here for Information on Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code proposals available for public review. FYI.... I have tried to cover as many "valuable" links as I could when I put together my collection of ASME Links.. found here... I would agree with Stanweld stating the...

Hmmm. Then I am in need of the errata then... Thanks for checking into this so quickly. Faster than others I have contacted.:) FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a question half solved.

Thanks Metengr.. FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a question half solved.

I would like to have anothers opinion on the following: Table PW-39-1 GENERAL NOTES:(a)(1)and a)(2)make reference to paragraph PW-39.4 when I believe the paragraph should reference PW-39.3. See attached file for guidance... FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a question half solved.

FYI.....(For Y'alls Information) I just updated the site and ALL ASME forms are now updated to the 11 Addenda... Links provided above will not work because forms have been placed in newly named folders....... FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a question half solved.

Accuracy of the calculations are not one of the inspector(s) duties. The Inspector verifies the appropriate calculations and formulae have been applied dependent upon the design of the Stamped item. Responsibility for design is always on the Certificate / Stamp holder. FAQ731-376 A question...

Ask your Authorized Inspection Agency (AI) they will usually guide you through your first Proof Test for a fee. (At least a worthy AIA would) Also Try this link for guidance: http://www.pveng.com/BurstTest/BTGeneral/BurstTestGeneral.php OF COURSE obtain the Code and read up on it. All the...

All good comments..... "Failing to plan is planning to fail." - John Wooden "Although there is no progress without change, not all change is progress." -John Wooden And my favorite from Warren Buffet.....Beware of geeks bearing formulas. FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a question...

Dave, good point, but I don't think the utilities will just sit back and eat it without a fight. I think some have already filed suit regarding Yucca....and any recommendations resulting from what has occurred in Japan would be costly. I would think the mess of Yucca would be worthy of at least...

rcchap is right on with the comments....for my $0.02...the ability to have natural circulation capability is key just as it is in Naval Reactors and stick with the PWR vs BWR..and my final comment...to pay for this retrofit, utilize the money set aside for the failed Yucca repository. Looks like...

Are you certain it is a contractor and not a division of your own company? Grab a current VIII-1 and look for paragraph UG-120(c) for these words and determine if applicable......or ask your Quality Manager...........Manufacturers with multiple locations, each with its own Certificate of...

treemkr, This is the first step I use for any research regarding the ASME Code. I have access to the full version, however, you are able to download the free trial program which is pretty extensive. see attachment for link... RA-search (Rapid Access Search) allows rapid access to information...

SJEC, Yes, I agree RT provides only a two dimensional image as stated in the article. However, the article did not exclude UT. Is it possible to utilize the openings to perform a full visual in addition to UT in lieu of RT for the closing seam per UW-11(a)(7) as suggested by trottiey...

Thanks trottiey, I thought that was what you meant, I only needed clarification. FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a question half solved.

?? 2 ?? There are too many variables in this discussion, lots of unknowns, vessel diameter limitations for opening exemptions, vessel diameter limitations for Type 3 circumfirential joints. Apply Table UW-12 as you would for any other vessel design. FAQ731-376 A question properly stated is a...