Vented Condensate Tank

[Barmmer]

Is a vented condensate tank considered a pressure vessel and thus require an ASME stamp?

Thanks
Brian

 

[JoeTank]

If the design pressure exceeds 15 psi it is a pressure vessel within the scope of ASME VIII. I think you will find that that is consistent with the PV laws of most states and provinces.

Steve Braune
Tank Industry Consultants

http://www.tankindustry.com

 

[metengr]

You MUST check with the Jurisdiction on specific requirements for pressure vessel exemptions. All Jurisdictions in the US have a Department or Agency that regulates boilers and in some cases, pressure vessels. I do know that some Jurisdictions in the US do NOT regulate unfired pressure vessels.

 

[JStephen]

If by "vented" you mean it operates at atmospheric pressure, it shouldn't fall under B&PV code. If desired, it could be designed under a number of various standards, including API-650, AWWA D100.