This course provides for a detailed introduction to ASME Code Section VIII, Division 1 for Pressure Vessels. Scope, setup, and use of this Code book is presented. We place highlights on Quality Control, Ordering of Vessels, Material, Design, Fabrication, Examination, Inspection, Testing, Assembly and Overpressure Protection. Examples and Exercises provide for a better understanding of important contents.
The seminar can be customized to address project planning, purchasing, sales, quality control, material procurement, design, fabrication, examination, and inspection.
Topics:- Guide to ASME Code Section VIII, Division 1
- Design Registration and approvals
- Manufacturers duties and responsibilities
- Structure, Scope and Use of Section VIII
- Materials (ASME/ASTM)
- Material Selection and Properties
- Design
- Conditions and criteria– MAWP, MDMT, etc.
- Weld Types, -categories and „Efficiency“-factors
- Nozzles and Openings
- "Special Services"
- Impact testing, Heat Treatment, Exemptions
- Fabrication and Welding
- Nondestructive Examination
- Inspection
- Pressure Test, Documentation and Marking
- Over-pressure Protection
- Edition 2013: important changes
Who should attend: The seminar is recommended for Engineers, Technicians and Management of Sales, Purchasing, Design, Engineering, Fabrication, Assembly, Repair, Quality Control and Quality Assurance of Pressure Vessels. The participants may be beginners who are interested in a profound introduction, as well as for experienced users, who need to know the latest news and advanced tricks.