ASME BPVC Section XII: Rules for Transport Tank Construction and Continued Service, 2023
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ASME BPVC Section XII – 2023 provides comprehensive requirements for the construction, maintenance, inspection, and certification of transport tanks used for the conveyance of gases and liquids under pressure. This code ensures safety and standardization in the design, fabrication, and continued service of highway, rail, and portable tanks operating under various regulatory jurisdictions.
Highlights:
- Defines rules for construction, material qualification, design, welding, fabrication, and pressure testing of transport tanks
- Provides requirements for cargo, rail, and portable tanks, including ton containers and vacuum-insulated vessels
- Includes nondestructive examination (NDE), impact testing, postweld heat treatment, and corrosion-resistant lining requirements
- Covers inspection procedures and marking for continued service, alterations, and repairs
- Features mandatory appendices for low-pressure tank design, local thin area assessment, and mass production vessels
- Addresses overpressure protection, stamping, data reporting, and nameplate marking standards
- Aligned with U.S. DOT and international transport safety regulations
Who It’s For:
Pressure vessel engineers, transport tank manufacturers, compliance auditors, and inspectors involved in the mobile storage and shipment of pressurized or cryogenic substances. Ensures adherence to ASME and transport authority codes for safety and performance in transit operations.
BPVC.XII-2023