BPVC.VIII.2 - BPVC Section VIII-Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels, Division 2-Alternative Rules (2023 Edition)

This title accurately represents the 2023 edition of Section VIII, Division 2 of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), focusing on Alternative Rules for Construction of Pressure Vessels. Published by ASME International on July 1, 2023, this standard provides comprehensive guidelines for the design, fabrication, inspection, testing, and certification of pressure vessels using alternative rules.

Key Features

Scope and Content The 2023 edition of ASME BPVC Section VIII, Division 2 contains:

• Alternative rules for pressure vessel construction
• Design by analysis requirements
• Detailed material requirements
• Fabrication rules
• Inspection and testing procedures
• Overpressure protection guidelines

Structure and Organization The document is organized into parts, including:

• Part 1: General Requirements
• Part 2: Responsibilities and Duties
• Part 3: Material Requirements
• Part 4: Design by Rule Requirements
• Part 5: Design by Analysis Requirements
• Part 6: Fabrication Requirements
• Part 7: Inspection and Examination
• Part 8: Pressure Testing
• Part 9: Pressure Vessel Overpressure Protection

2023 Edition Updates

Notable changes in the 2023 edition include:

• Revisions to the rules for design of nozzles and other openings
• Updates to the design-by-analysis requirements
• Modifications to the fatigue assessment procedures
• Changes to the material requirements and allowable stress values
• Updates to the fabrication and inspection requirements

Importance and Application

This comprehensive standard is essential for manufacturers, users, constructors, designers, and regulatory bodies involved in pressure vessel design and fabrication. It provides:

• Alternative rules that allow for more optimized designs compared to Division 1
• Advanced analytical techniques for assessing the structural integrity of pressure vessels
• Guidelines for using higher design stresses and achieving more efficient designs
• Detailed procedures for fatigue analysis and fracture mechanics evaluations

By offering alternative rules and advanced design methodologies, this standard enables the construction of pressure vessels that can operate under more demanding conditions while maintaining high levels of safety and reliability.

Product Details

Published: 07/01/2023

ISBN(s): 9780791875834

Number of Pages: 884

Part of: ASME BPVC-2023 SET, ASME BPVC-2023 SET with Binders

Product Code(s): 400082

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