BPVC.IV - BPVC Section IV-Rules for Construction of Heating Boilers (2023 Edition)
This title accurately represents the 2023 edition of Section IV of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), focusing on Rules for Construction of Heating Boilers. Published by ASME International on July 1, 2023, this standard provides comprehensive guidelines for the design, fabrication, installation, and inspection of heating boilers.
Scope and Content
The 2023 edition of ASME BPVC Section IV covers:
- Steam heating boilers
- Hot water heating boilers
- Hot water supply boilers
- Potable water heaters
These boilers are intended for low pressure service and are directly fired by various fuel sources, including:
- Oil
- Gas
- Electricity
- Coal
- Other solid or liquid fuels
Key Features
The standard includes:
- Design requirements
- Fabrication guidelines
- Installation procedures
- Inspection protocols
- Appendices covering:
- Approval of new materials
- Methods for checking safety valve and safety relief valve capacity
- Calculation and computation examples
- Definitions related to boiler design and welding
- Quality control systems
Importance and Application
This comprehensive standard is essential for:
- Manufacturers
- Users
- Constructors
- Designers
- Regulatory bodies
It helps users:
- Comply with applicable regulations
- Achieve operational, cost, and safety benefits from industry best practices
- Ensure proper design, fabrication, assembly, erection, examination, inspection, and testing of heating boilers
Additional Information
- Rules for using the H, HV, and HLW ASME Product Certification Marks are included
- The standard is regularly updated to align with the latest industry practices and safety requirements
By providing detailed rules for the construction of heating boilers, this standard plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety and efficiency of heating systems across various applications.
Product Details
Published: 07/01/2023
ISBN(s): 9780791875780
Number of Pages: 283
Part of: ASME BPVC-2023 SET, ASME BPVC-2023 SET with Binders
Product Code(s): 400040
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