INSPECTION OF PRESSURE VESSELS PDF

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Presentation Outline

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• What is Authorized Inspection?

• Overview of ASME Codes

• Code Stamps

• Inspection responsibilities: Manufacturer & Authorized

• ASME Section VIII: Scope & organization

• Section VIII Division 1 Inspection requirements

• Question & Answers

INTRODUCTION

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ASME establishes rules for new construction of pressure vessels that will perform in a safe & reliable manner.

ASME also interprets these rules when questions arise regarding their intent

Code does not address all aspects and those not addressed should not be considered prohibited.

Code does not fully address tolerances.

Code is not a design handbook, designer must use engineering judgement consistent with Code philosophy which do not overrule mandatory requirements of the Code.

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