ASME BPVC Section I: Rules for Construction of Power Boilers, 2023

ASME BPVC Section I – 2023 establishes the rules for the design, materials, fabrication, inspection, testing, and certification of power boilers. Applicable to boilers in stationary, portable, and traction service, this section ensures safe construction and operation under pressure.

Highlights:

• Scope: Covers firetube, watertube, electric, and high-temperature water boilers
• Materials and Design: Defines requirements for pressure parts and allowable stress values
• Fabrication: Includes rules for welding, forming, and heat treatment procedures
• Examination and Inspection: Specifies visual inspections and NDE methods for code compliance
• Testing: Outlines hydrostatic and pressure test requirements for safety verification
• Certification: Details documentation, stamping, and ASME mark usage for boiler compliance
• Appendices: Provides optional rules and alternative methods for specific design or construction cases

Who It’s For:
Boiler manufacturers, design engineers, inspectors, and regulatory personnel involved in the code-compliant construction and certification of power boilers.

BPVC.I-2023