kindly clarify, is it possible to do a hydro test on vertical condition for vertical vessel ?
the vessel dia is 1500mm & height is 2000mm
pls suggest us, is there any option by ASME code .
For a vertical vessel, the Fabricator is typically state the hydro test in the design drawing for reference with both the horizontal position as new in the shop and vertical position in the field. And, you may apply them to the vessel as appropriate.
Question (1): Does the last sentence of UG-99(b) of Section VIII, Division 1, "All loadings that may exist during this test shall be given consideration," require that the static head that exists in a tower in the vertical position must be considered when determining the test pressure in the horizontal position?
Reply (1): No.
Question (2): Does UG-99 specify in which position a vertical tower must be hydrotested?
Most shops will do it in the horizontal position unless an owner demands otherwise. When completed in the field, often will be done in the vertical position unless the fabrication is completed in the horizontal position.