ASCE 24-14: Flood Resistant Design and Construction, 2014
ASCE 24-14: Flood Resistant Design and Construction provides minimum requirements for the planning, design, and construction of buildings in flood-prone areas. Referenced by the International Building Code (IBC) and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), this standard supports floodplain management regulations and promotes resilience through engineering best practices.
Highlights:
- Defines Flood Design Class (1–4) to guide risk-based design criteria
- Specifies elevation requirements based on flood hazard zones, building type, and occupancy
- Includes wet and dry floodproofing methods for commercial and residential applications
- Updates flood opening requirements including engineered vent systems and louvers
- Provides structural design standards for Coastal A Zones and coastal high hazard areas
- Identifies acceptable flood damage-resistant materials and construction techniques
- Covers tanks, utilities, egress, garages, and parking structures in flood-prone zones
- Offers guidance for substantial improvements and retrofitting of existing buildings
- Coordinates with ASCE 7 and NFIP regulations to ensure code consistency and compliance
Who It’s For:
Essential for civil engineers, architects, code officials, and builders involved in flood zone development, permitting, and compliance with FEMA, IBC, and local floodplain standards.
ASCE 24-2014
ASCE 24-14: Flood Resistant Design and Construction, 2014
ASCE 24-14: Flood Resistant Design and Construction provides minimum requirements for the planning, design, and construction of buildings in flood-prone areas. Referenced by the International Building Code (IBC) and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), this standard supports floodplain management regulations and promotes resilience through engineering best practices.
Highlights:
- Defines Flood Design Class (1–4) to guide risk-based design criteria
- Specifies elevation requirements based on flood hazard zones, building type, and occupancy
- Includes wet and dry floodproofing methods for commercial and residential applications
- Updates flood opening requirements including engineered vent systems and louvers
- Provides structural design standards for Coastal A Zones and coastal high hazard areas
- Identifies acceptable flood damage-resistant materials and construction techniques
- Covers tanks, utilities, egress, garages, and parking structures in flood-prone zones
- Offers guidance for substantial improvements and retrofitting of existing buildings
- Coordinates with ASCE 7 and NFIP regulations to ensure code consistency and compliance
Who It’s For:
Essential for civil engineers, architects, code officials, and builders involved in flood zone development, permitting, and compliance with FEMA, IBC, and local floodplain standards.
ASCE 24-2014
ASME B16.5-2020: Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings
Product Summary:
ASME B16.5-2020 defines the requirements for pipe flanges and flanged fittings in sizes NPS ½ through NPS 24, covering pressure–temperature ratings, dimensions, tolerances, materials, and testing. It applies to components used in bolted flange joints made from cast, forged, or plate materials in industrial piping systems.
Key Features:
- Pressure–temperature ratings for Classes 150 through 2500
- Dimensional standards for weld neck, blind, reducing, and other flange types
- Specifications for bolting materials, gaskets, and flange assembly practices
- Manufacturing tolerances and permanent marking requirements
- Material listings with corresponding ASTM designations for forgings, castings, and plates
- Guidance on gasket selection, bolted joint design, and system hydrotesting
- Appendices covering bolt length calculations, pressure rating derivation, and quality system standards
- Metric and U.S. Customary units presented side-by-side for reference
Who It’s For:
Essential for piping designers, mechanical engineers, fabricators, and QA/QC personnel involved in pressure piping systems across oil, gas, chemical, and industrial sectors.
ASME B16.5-2020
ASME B16.5-2020: Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings
Product Summary:
ASME B16.5-2020 defines the requirements for pipe flanges and flanged fittings in sizes NPS ½ through NPS 24, covering pressure–temperature ratings, dimensions, tolerances, materials, and testing. It applies to components used in bolted flange joints made from cast, forged, or plate materials in industrial piping systems.
Key Features:
- Pressure–temperature ratings for Classes 150 through 2500
- Dimensional standards for weld neck, blind, reducing, and other flange types
- Specifications for bolting materials, gaskets, and flange assembly practices
- Manufacturing tolerances and permanent marking requirements
- Material listings with corresponding ASTM designations for forgings, castings, and plates
- Guidance on gasket selection, bolted joint design, and system hydrotesting
- Appendices covering bolt length calculations, pressure rating derivation, and quality system standards
- Metric and U.S. Customary units presented side-by-side for reference
Who It’s For:
Essential for piping designers, mechanical engineers, fabricators, and QA/QC personnel involved in pressure piping systems across oil, gas, chemical, and industrial sectors.
ASME B16.5-2020
ASME B31.3-2022: Process Piping
ASME B31.3-2022: Process Piping provides comprehensive engineering requirements for the design, materials, fabrication, examination, testing, and safety of process piping systems used in petroleum refineries, chemical plants, pharmaceutical facilities, textile plants, paper mills, and related processing plants and terminals. It is a vital code for ensuring piping integrity in high-pressure, high-temperature, and corrosive service environments.
Highlights:
- Applies to metallic and nonmetallic piping for chemicals, petroleum, natural gas, and related fluids
- Covers piping components: pipe, flanges, valves, gaskets, bolts, expansion joints, and supports
- Design criteria for internal pressure, sustained loads, displacement strains, and occasional loads
- Construction requirements including welding, brazing, bending, assembly, and material specifications
- Mandatory rules for examination, testing, inspection, and leak testing procedures
- Stress range reduction factors, flexibility analysis, and allowable stress values by material and temperature
- Qualification requirements for personnel, procedures, and fabrication documentation
- Integration with ASME Section IX for welding and ASME B31.1 for power piping interfaces
- Updated stress tables and revisions to weld design rules in para. 328.5.2
- Errata incorporated for clarity on strength tables and weld joint tolerances
Who It’s For:
Mechanical engineers, piping designers, fabricators, inspectors, and maintenance teams working on the safe and code-compliant construction and modification of process piping systems across industries.
B31.3-2022
ASME B31.3-2022: Process Piping
ASME B31.3-2022: Process Piping provides comprehensive engineering requirements for the design, materials, fabrication, examination, testing, and safety of process piping systems used in petroleum refineries, chemical plants, pharmaceutical facilities, textile plants, paper mills, and related processing plants and terminals. It is a vital code for ensuring piping integrity in high-pressure, high-temperature, and corrosive service environments.
Highlights:
- Applies to metallic and nonmetallic piping for chemicals, petroleum, natural gas, and related fluids
- Covers piping components: pipe, flanges, valves, gaskets, bolts, expansion joints, and supports
- Design criteria for internal pressure, sustained loads, displacement strains, and occasional loads
- Construction requirements including welding, brazing, bending, assembly, and material specifications
- Mandatory rules for examination, testing, inspection, and leak testing procedures
- Stress range reduction factors, flexibility analysis, and allowable stress values by material and temperature
- Qualification requirements for personnel, procedures, and fabrication documentation
- Integration with ASME Section IX for welding and ASME B31.1 for power piping interfaces
- Updated stress tables and revisions to weld design rules in para. 328.5.2
- Errata incorporated for clarity on strength tables and weld joint tolerances
Who It’s For:
Mechanical engineers, piping designers, fabricators, inspectors, and maintenance teams working on the safe and code-compliant construction and modification of process piping systems across industries.
B31.3-2022
ASME BPVC Code Cases: Boilers and Pressure Vessels, 2023
ASME BPVC.CC.BPV-2023 compiles official code cases that provide approved alternatives and interpretations to the rules of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC). These cases address urgent industry needs, emerging technologies, and special design considerations before they are incorporated into the main code.
Highlights:
- Contains over 3,000 code cases covering boilers, pressure vessels, nuclear components, piping, materials, and welding
- Offers alternatives for design, fabrication, inspection, and testing requirements
- Organized with numeric and subject indexes for fast and accurate reference
- Reflects current case status including approvals, revisions, and annulments as of Supplement 7 to the 2021 Edition
- Highlights changes and updates incorporated into the 2023 code cycle
- Cross-references all BPVC Sections (I–XIII) with supporting notes and applicability
- Includes cases addressing advanced materials and innovative manufacturing technologies
- Guidance provided on submitting new code case requests or seeking formal interpretations
Who It’s For:
Design engineers, code compliance professionals, inspectors, and manufacturers seeking ASME-approved alternatives for pressure equipment design, testing, and fabrication.
BPVC.CC.BPV-2023
ASME BPVC Code Cases: Boilers and Pressure Vessels, 2023
ASME BPVC.CC.BPV-2023 compiles official code cases that provide approved alternatives and interpretations to the rules of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC). These cases address urgent industry needs, emerging technologies, and special design considerations before they are incorporated into the main code.
Highlights:
- Contains over 3,000 code cases covering boilers, pressure vessels, nuclear components, piping, materials, and welding
- Offers alternatives for design, fabrication, inspection, and testing requirements
- Organized with numeric and subject indexes for fast and accurate reference
- Reflects current case status including approvals, revisions, and annulments as of Supplement 7 to the 2021 Edition
- Highlights changes and updates incorporated into the 2023 code cycle
- Cross-references all BPVC Sections (I–XIII) with supporting notes and applicability
- Includes cases addressing advanced materials and innovative manufacturing technologies
- Guidance provided on submitting new code case requests or seeking formal interpretations
Who It’s For:
Design engineers, code compliance professionals, inspectors, and manufacturers seeking ASME-approved alternatives for pressure equipment design, testing, and fabrication.
BPVC.CC.BPV-2023
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
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
ASME BPVC Section II, Part A – Ferrous Material Specifications, 2023 (Volumes 1 & 2)
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section II, Part A: Ferrous Material Specifications, 2023 contains the full set of ASTM specifications for ferrous materials used in the construction of boilers, pressure vessels, and nuclear components. These materials include carbon and alloy steels, stainless steels, and other ferrous alloys widely used in high-temperature and high-pressure applications.
This part serves as the foundational reference for selecting and qualifying materials to ensure compliance with mechanical strength, ductility, toughness, and corrosion resistance standards outlined across other BPVC sections.
Highlights:
- Includes over 150 ASTM ferrous material specifications adopted or endorsed by ASME
- Specifies materials used in boilers, pressure vessels, and nuclear facility construction
- Covers carbon steels, low-alloy steels, stainless steels, and high-temperature service grades
- Fully referenced for use in conjunction with design rules from BPVC Sections I, III, and VIII
- Includes mechanical property requirements, heat treatment, chemical composition, and testing methods
- Contains editorial notes and cross-references for updated specification revisions
- Presented in two volumes for improved navigation and access to specifications
Who It’s For:
Engineers, materials specialists, designers, and code compliance professionals selecting or verifying ferrous materials for use in pressure-retaining components governed by the ASME BPVC.
BPVC.II.A-2023
ASME BPVC Section II, Part A – Ferrous Material Specifications, 2023 (Volumes 1 & 2)
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section II, Part A: Ferrous Material Specifications, 2023 contains the full set of ASTM specifications for ferrous materials used in the construction of boilers, pressure vessels, and nuclear components. These materials include carbon and alloy steels, stainless steels, and other ferrous alloys widely used in high-temperature and high-pressure applications.
This part serves as the foundational reference for selecting and qualifying materials to ensure compliance with mechanical strength, ductility, toughness, and corrosion resistance standards outlined across other BPVC sections.
Highlights:
- Includes over 150 ASTM ferrous material specifications adopted or endorsed by ASME
- Specifies materials used in boilers, pressure vessels, and nuclear facility construction
- Covers carbon steels, low-alloy steels, stainless steels, and high-temperature service grades
- Fully referenced for use in conjunction with design rules from BPVC Sections I, III, and VIII
- Includes mechanical property requirements, heat treatment, chemical composition, and testing methods
- Contains editorial notes and cross-references for updated specification revisions
- Presented in two volumes for improved navigation and access to specifications
Who It’s For:
Engineers, materials specialists, designers, and code compliance professionals selecting or verifying ferrous materials for use in pressure-retaining components governed by the ASME BPVC.
BPVC.II.A-2023
ASME BPVC Section II, Part C: Specifications for Welding Rods, Electrodes, and Filler Metals, 2023
ASME BPVC Section II, Part C – 2023 compiles welding consumable specifications used in the fabrication of pressure-retaining components under the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Aligned with American Welding Society (AWS) standards, this section ensures consistency in filler metal classification, procurement, and application.
Highlights:
- Incorporates AWS specifications (SFA-5.1 to SFA-5.39) for ferrous and nonferrous welding consumables
- Covers carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, nickel, copper, titanium, and specialty alloys
- Details for flux cored, metal cored, submerged arc, electroslag, and gas-shielded welding processes
- Includes brazing filler metal and flux specifications
- Establishes procurement, testing, and certification requirements for compliance and traceability
- Appendices cover lot classification, testing frequencies, labeling, packaging, and documentation
- Fully cross-referenced with ASME Section IX for welding procedure and performance qualification
- Reflects updates to AWS standards and ongoing international harmonization efforts
Who It’s For:
Welding engineers, QA/QC inspectors, fabricators, and material procurement professionals responsible for code-compliant pressure equipment fabrication.
BPVC.II.C-2023
ASME BPVC Section II, Part C: Specifications for Welding Rods, Electrodes, and Filler Metals, 2023
ASME BPVC Section II, Part C – 2023 compiles welding consumable specifications used in the fabrication of pressure-retaining components under the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Aligned with American Welding Society (AWS) standards, this section ensures consistency in filler metal classification, procurement, and application.
Highlights:
- Incorporates AWS specifications (SFA-5.1 to SFA-5.39) for ferrous and nonferrous welding consumables
- Covers carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, nickel, copper, titanium, and specialty alloys
- Details for flux cored, metal cored, submerged arc, electroslag, and gas-shielded welding processes
- Includes brazing filler metal and flux specifications
- Establishes procurement, testing, and certification requirements for compliance and traceability
- Appendices cover lot classification, testing frequencies, labeling, packaging, and documentation
- Fully cross-referenced with ASME Section IX for welding procedure and performance qualification
- Reflects updates to AWS standards and ongoing international harmonization efforts
Who It’s For:
Welding engineers, QA/QC inspectors, fabricators, and material procurement professionals responsible for code-compliant pressure equipment fabrication.
BPVC.II.C-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NB: Rules for Class 1 Nuclear Facility Components, 2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NB provides mandatory construction rules for Class 1 pressure-retaining components in nuclear power facilities. Recognized globally, this standard defines the technical and quality requirements essential for safe and compliant performance in high-integrity nuclear environments.
Highlights:
- Material qualification and certification, including welding consumable selection
- Design-by-analysis and allowable stress design criteria
- Requirements for vessels, piping, valves, and pump components
- Fabrication processes including mechanical joints, welding, and heat treatment
- Nondestructive examination (NDE) methods and acceptance criteria
- Protocols for hydrostatic, pneumatic, and special pressure testing
- Overpressure protection and relief system certification standards
- Stamping, marking, and documentation rules for code compliance
New in the 2023 Edition:
- Enhanced fracture toughness requirements
- Updated material specifications and qualification rules
- Clarified guidance on fabrication, examination, and inspection procedures
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, QA/QC inspectors, fabricators, and regulatory compliance personnel involved in the design, manufacture, and validation of ASME Section III Class 1 components.
BPVC.III.1.NB-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NB: Rules for Class 1 Nuclear Facility Components, 2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NB provides mandatory construction rules for Class 1 pressure-retaining components in nuclear power facilities. Recognized globally, this standard defines the technical and quality requirements essential for safe and compliant performance in high-integrity nuclear environments.
Highlights:
- Material qualification and certification, including welding consumable selection
- Design-by-analysis and allowable stress design criteria
- Requirements for vessels, piping, valves, and pump components
- Fabrication processes including mechanical joints, welding, and heat treatment
- Nondestructive examination (NDE) methods and acceptance criteria
- Protocols for hydrostatic, pneumatic, and special pressure testing
- Overpressure protection and relief system certification standards
- Stamping, marking, and documentation rules for code compliance
New in the 2023 Edition:
- Enhanced fracture toughness requirements
- Updated material specifications and qualification rules
- Clarified guidance on fabrication, examination, and inspection procedures
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, QA/QC inspectors, fabricators, and regulatory compliance personnel involved in the design, manufacture, and validation of ASME Section III Class 1 components.
BPVC.III.1.NB-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NC: Rules for Class 2 Components, 2023
ASME BPVC.CC.NC-2023 compiles active and approved code cases offering alternatives, interpretations, and early implementations for ASME Section III—governing pressure-retaining components in nuclear facilities. This volume supports compliance, innovation, and flexibility across Class 1, 2, 3, MC, CS, and CC nuclear systems.
Highlights:
- Includes hundreds of current code cases for nuclear components and assemblies
- Covers fabrication, materials, examination, inspection, and repair alternatives
- Incorporates updates through Supplement 7 to the 2021 edition, revised for the 2023 cycle
- Indexes organized by code case number, subject, material, and component class
- Tracks case status including approvals, annulments, supersessions, and reinstatements
- Applies to Division 1 through 5 of Section III, including fission/fusion reactors, spent fuel transport, and high-temperature nuclear designs
- Provides guidance on proposing new code cases and obtaining official ASME interpretations
- Addresses advanced welding processes, fatigue analysis, stress evaluation, and inspection under nuclear conditions
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, manufacturers, QA/QC professionals, and regulators managing compliance and alternative approaches to ASME Section III requirements.
BPVC.CC.NC-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NC: Rules for Class 2 Components, 2023
ASME BPVC.CC.NC-2023 compiles active and approved code cases offering alternatives, interpretations, and early implementations for ASME Section III—governing pressure-retaining components in nuclear facilities. This volume supports compliance, innovation, and flexibility across Class 1, 2, 3, MC, CS, and CC nuclear systems.
Highlights:
- Includes hundreds of current code cases for nuclear components and assemblies
- Covers fabrication, materials, examination, inspection, and repair alternatives
- Incorporates updates through Supplement 7 to the 2021 edition, revised for the 2023 cycle
- Indexes organized by code case number, subject, material, and component class
- Tracks case status including approvals, annulments, supersessions, and reinstatements
- Applies to Division 1 through 5 of Section III, including fission/fusion reactors, spent fuel transport, and high-temperature nuclear designs
- Provides guidance on proposing new code cases and obtaining official ASME interpretations
- Addresses advanced welding processes, fatigue analysis, stress evaluation, and inspection under nuclear conditions
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, manufacturers, QA/QC professionals, and regulators managing compliance and alternative approaches to ASME Section III requirements.
BPVC.CC.NC-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NCD: Rules for Class 2 and Class 3 Components, 2023
ASME BPVC 2023 Section III, Division 1, Subsection NCD defines the mandatory requirements for the design, construction, inspection, and certification of Class 2 and Class 3 pressure-retaining components in nuclear power plants. Developed under ANSI-accredited consensus procedures, it ensures safety, integrity, and regulatory compliance in moderate- and low-risk nuclear systems.
Highlights:
- Material qualification and welding consumable certification
- Design-by-analysis criteria for vessels, piping, valves, and pump components
- Standards for fabrication, brazing, mechanical joints, and heat treatment
- Nondestructive examination (NDE) techniques and personnel qualifications
- Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing protocols
- Relief device and overpressure protection certification
- ASME marking, stamping, and documentation requirements
Key 2023 Revisions:
- Advanced manufacturing: NCD-2121(a) supports unlisted product forms per Appendix XXVIII
- Testing modernization: NCD-2321.2 removes full-size specimen mandate, aligns with SA-370
- Inservice monitoring: NCD-3124 permits use of Section XI Division 2 RIM programs
- Expanded NDE pathways: NCD-5540 includes CP-189 alongside SNT-TC-1A for personnel qualifications
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, QA/QC professionals, code inspectors, and manufacturers engaged in Class 2 and Class 3 component compliance under ASME Section III.
BPVC.III.1.NCD-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NCD: Rules for Class 2 and Class 3 Components, 2023
ASME BPVC 2023 Section III, Division 1, Subsection NCD defines the mandatory requirements for the design, construction, inspection, and certification of Class 2 and Class 3 pressure-retaining components in nuclear power plants. Developed under ANSI-accredited consensus procedures, it ensures safety, integrity, and regulatory compliance in moderate- and low-risk nuclear systems.
Highlights:
- Material qualification and welding consumable certification
- Design-by-analysis criteria for vessels, piping, valves, and pump components
- Standards for fabrication, brazing, mechanical joints, and heat treatment
- Nondestructive examination (NDE) techniques and personnel qualifications
- Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing protocols
- Relief device and overpressure protection certification
- ASME marking, stamping, and documentation requirements
Key 2023 Revisions:
- Advanced manufacturing: NCD-2121(a) supports unlisted product forms per Appendix XXVIII
- Testing modernization: NCD-2321.2 removes full-size specimen mandate, aligns with SA-370
- Inservice monitoring: NCD-3124 permits use of Section XI Division 2 RIM programs
- Expanded NDE pathways: NCD-5540 includes CP-189 alongside SNT-TC-1A for personnel qualifications
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, QA/QC professionals, code inspectors, and manufacturers engaged in Class 2 and Class 3 component compliance under ASME Section III.
BPVC.III.1.NCD-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NE: Rules for Class MC Components, 2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NE – 2023 provides mandatory requirements for the design, construction, inspection, and certification of Class MC (Metal Containment) components in nuclear facilities. These components form part of the primary containment structure, ensuring isolation of radioactive materials during normal operation and postulated events.
This subsection applies to metal containment vessels and their appurtenances, such as access openings, nozzles, and penetrations. It supports the construction of structures required to withstand pressure and environmental loads in high-integrity nuclear safety systems.
Highlights:
- Requirements for material selection, qualification, and documentation
- Design-by-analysis criteria and structural integrity limits for containment boundaries
- Fabrication rules including welding, forming, brazing, and joint design
- Nondestructive examination (NDE) methods and personnel qualification
- Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing procedures to verify leak-tightness and pressure integrity
- Criteria for overpressure protection, relief devices, and pressure monitoring
- Documentation and stamping requirements for ASME Code certification
Who It’s For:
Essential for nuclear engineers, containment designers, quality assurance specialists, and regulatory compliance personnel responsible for the construction and certification of Class MC components in nuclear containment systems.
BPVC.III.1.NE-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NE: Rules for Class MC Components, 2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NE – 2023 provides mandatory requirements for the design, construction, inspection, and certification of Class MC (Metal Containment) components in nuclear facilities. These components form part of the primary containment structure, ensuring isolation of radioactive materials during normal operation and postulated events.
This subsection applies to metal containment vessels and their appurtenances, such as access openings, nozzles, and penetrations. It supports the construction of structures required to withstand pressure and environmental loads in high-integrity nuclear safety systems.
Highlights:
- Requirements for material selection, qualification, and documentation
- Design-by-analysis criteria and structural integrity limits for containment boundaries
- Fabrication rules including welding, forming, brazing, and joint design
- Nondestructive examination (NDE) methods and personnel qualification
- Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing procedures to verify leak-tightness and pressure integrity
- Criteria for overpressure protection, relief devices, and pressure monitoring
- Documentation and stamping requirements for ASME Code certification
Who It’s For:
Essential for nuclear engineers, containment designers, quality assurance specialists, and regulatory compliance personnel responsible for the construction and certification of Class MC components in nuclear containment systems.
BPVC.III.1.NE-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NF: Rules for Supports, 2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NF – 2023 provides construction requirements for component supports used in nuclear power plant systems governed by ASME Section III. These supports maintain the structural stability and functional alignment of Class 1, 2, and 3 piping and equipment under normal, transient, and postulated accident conditions.
Subsection NF defines design, material, fabrication, testing, and documentation standards for both standard and special supports. It ensures integrity, safety, and compliance for load-bearing structures subjected to mechanical, thermal, and seismic forces.
Highlights:
- Rules for the design and analysis of component supports including restraint, flexibility, and loading criteria
- Material specifications, qualification requirements, and traceability for metallic and nonmetallic components
- Welding, forming, and joining standards for fabrication and assembly
- Inspection and testing protocols including dimensional checks, load verification, and NDE
- Documentation requirements for design reports, material records, and ASME certification
- Supports integration with Class 1, 2, and 3 systems across piping, valves, and equipment
Who It’s For:
A must-have for structural engineers, nuclear designers, QA/QC personnel, and code compliance teams responsible for the qualification, construction, and certification of nuclear component supports.
BPVC.III.1.NF-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NF: Rules for Supports, 2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NF – 2023 provides construction requirements for component supports used in nuclear power plant systems governed by ASME Section III. These supports maintain the structural stability and functional alignment of Class 1, 2, and 3 piping and equipment under normal, transient, and postulated accident conditions.
Subsection NF defines design, material, fabrication, testing, and documentation standards for both standard and special supports. It ensures integrity, safety, and compliance for load-bearing structures subjected to mechanical, thermal, and seismic forces.
Highlights:
- Rules for the design and analysis of component supports including restraint, flexibility, and loading criteria
- Material specifications, qualification requirements, and traceability for metallic and nonmetallic components
- Welding, forming, and joining standards for fabrication and assembly
- Inspection and testing protocols including dimensional checks, load verification, and NDE
- Documentation requirements for design reports, material records, and ASME certification
- Supports integration with Class 1, 2, and 3 systems across piping, valves, and equipment
Who It’s For:
A must-have for structural engineers, nuclear designers, QA/QC personnel, and code compliance teams responsible for the qualification, construction, and certification of nuclear component supports.
BPVC.III.1.NF-2023
