A World of Art – 8th Edition by Henry M. Sayre (Pearson, 2015)
A World of Art (8th Edition) by Henry M. Sayre is a bestselling art appreciation textbook that introduces readers to visual culture through a global lens. This full-color edition presents more than 700 artworks across time periods and styles, using accessible language to promote critical thinking and creative exploration.
Highlights:
- Comprehensive survey of global art, past and present
- Over 700 high-quality images, including classical, modern, and contemporary works
- Thematic chapters on identity, spirituality, power, and life cycles
- Visual analysis tools and creative process walkthroughs
- Student-friendly layout with guided questions and definitions
- Ideal for college-level Art Appreciation, Humanities, and Visual Culture courses
- Supports visual literacy, cultural awareness, and analytical skills
Who It’s For:
Students, educators, and institutions seeking a well-structured, engaging resource for introductory art courses. Also suitable for general readers interested in understanding how art reflects and shapes human experience.
A World of Art – 8th Edition by Henry M. Sayre (Pearson, 2015)
A World of Art (8th Edition) by Henry M. Sayre is a bestselling art appreciation textbook that introduces readers to visual culture through a global lens. This full-color edition presents more than 700 artworks across time periods and styles, using accessible language to promote critical thinking and creative exploration.
Highlights:
- Comprehensive survey of global art, past and present
- Over 700 high-quality images, including classical, modern, and contemporary works
- Thematic chapters on identity, spirituality, power, and life cycles
- Visual analysis tools and creative process walkthroughs
- Student-friendly layout with guided questions and definitions
- Ideal for college-level Art Appreciation, Humanities, and Visual Culture courses
- Supports visual literacy, cultural awareness, and analytical skills
Who It’s For:
Students, educators, and institutions seeking a well-structured, engaging resource for introductory art courses. Also suitable for general readers interested in understanding how art reflects and shapes human experience.
AASHTO GL-7: Roadway Lighting Design Guide, 7th Edition (2018)
AASHTO GL-7: Roadway Lighting Design Guide, Seventh Edition (2018) provides comprehensive guidance on the planning, design, and implementation of roadway lighting systems. This edition reflects current engineering practices, safety standards, and lighting technologies to enhance visibility, energy efficiency, and operational reliability across modern transportation networks.
Highlights:
- Design principles covering illuminance, luminance, uniformity, and glare control
- Guidance on developing master roadway lighting plans and policies
- Recommended lighting levels for highways, streets, intersections, and pedestrian zones
- Design criteria for tunnels, underpasses, and bridges
- Considerations for temporary lighting in work zones and construction areas
- Evaluation of emerging technologies such as adaptive lighting and smart controls
- Discussion on lighting management systems and energy-efficient solutions
- Environmental impact assessments and aesthetic integration strategies
- Standards for pole placement, maintenance access, and safety
- Support for decision-making with traffic data and community planning considerations
Who It’s For:
An essential reference for transportation agencies, civil engineers, and planners responsible for roadway lighting design and policy development.
GL-7-2018
AASHTO GL-7: Roadway Lighting Design Guide, 7th Edition (2018)
AASHTO GL-7: Roadway Lighting Design Guide, Seventh Edition (2018) provides comprehensive guidance on the planning, design, and implementation of roadway lighting systems. This edition reflects current engineering practices, safety standards, and lighting technologies to enhance visibility, energy efficiency, and operational reliability across modern transportation networks.
Highlights:
- Design principles covering illuminance, luminance, uniformity, and glare control
- Guidance on developing master roadway lighting plans and policies
- Recommended lighting levels for highways, streets, intersections, and pedestrian zones
- Design criteria for tunnels, underpasses, and bridges
- Considerations for temporary lighting in work zones and construction areas
- Evaluation of emerging technologies such as adaptive lighting and smart controls
- Discussion on lighting management systems and energy-efficient solutions
- Environmental impact assessments and aesthetic integration strategies
- Standards for pole placement, maintenance access, and safety
- Support for decision-making with traffic data and community planning considerations
Who It’s For:
An essential reference for transportation agencies, civil engineers, and planners responsible for roadway lighting design and policy development.
GL-7-2018
AASHTO HB-17: Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges, 17th Edition (2002)
AASHTO HB-17: Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges, 17th Edition (2002) provides comprehensive criteria for the design, construction, and maintenance of highway bridges throughout the United States. This edition is the final update prior to the nationwide adoption of Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) standards.
Highlights:
- General provisions for bridge design, structural analysis, and performance
- Criteria for superstructures, substructures, abutments, culverts, and piers
- Service load and load factor design methods for concrete, steel, timber, and prestressed components
- Requirements for foundations, retaining structures, and soil-structure interaction
- Specifications addressing load distribution, fatigue, seismic considerations, and strength evaluation
- Commentary and notes incorporating interim revisions through 2003
- References to supporting standards from AASHTO, ASTM, AWS, and others
- Applicable to rehabilitation, legacy design validation, and maintenance planning for non-LRFD bridges
Who It’s For:
A critical reference for bridge engineers, transportation officials, and contractors working with legacy structures or evaluating designs developed before the transition to LRFD.
HB-17-2002
AASHTO HB-17: Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges, 17th Edition (2002)
AASHTO HB-17: Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges, 17th Edition (2002) provides comprehensive criteria for the design, construction, and maintenance of highway bridges throughout the United States. This edition is the final update prior to the nationwide adoption of Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) standards.
Highlights:
- General provisions for bridge design, structural analysis, and performance
- Criteria for superstructures, substructures, abutments, culverts, and piers
- Service load and load factor design methods for concrete, steel, timber, and prestressed components
- Requirements for foundations, retaining structures, and soil-structure interaction
- Specifications addressing load distribution, fatigue, seismic considerations, and strength evaluation
- Commentary and notes incorporating interim revisions through 2003
- References to supporting standards from AASHTO, ASTM, AWS, and others
- Applicable to rehabilitation, legacy design validation, and maintenance planning for non-LRFD bridges
Who It’s For:
A critical reference for bridge engineers, transportation officials, and contractors working with legacy structures or evaluating designs developed before the transition to LRFD.
HB-17-2002
ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, 2019
ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, 2019 sets the minimum standards for the design and construction of structural concrete buildings. Developed through an ANSI-approved consensus process, this edition includes both the full code (ACI 318-19) and its official commentary (ACI 318R-19), offering technical context and practical guidance.
Highlights:
- Covers cast-in-place, precast, plain, reinforced, prestressed, and composite concrete structures
- Applies to slabs, beams, columns, walls, diaphragms, foundations, and connections
- Defines strength, serviceability, and durability criteria for materials and structural components
- Specifies load combinations and design procedures for axial, shear, moment, torsion, and anchorage forces
- Details construction document requirements, inspection protocols, and material testing standards
- Includes provisions for seismic design, fire resistance, prestressing, and shotcrete applications
- Appendices cover nonlinear response history analysis and US–SI unit conversions
- Commentary explains code intent and provides engineering rationale for provisions
Who It’s For:
Essential for structural engineers, architects, contractors, and code officials involved in the analysis, design, and review of concrete buildings and related structures.
ACI-318-19
ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, 2019
ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary, 2019 sets the minimum standards for the design and construction of structural concrete buildings. Developed through an ANSI-approved consensus process, this edition includes both the full code (ACI 318-19) and its official commentary (ACI 318R-19), offering technical context and practical guidance.
Highlights:
- Covers cast-in-place, precast, plain, reinforced, prestressed, and composite concrete structures
- Applies to slabs, beams, columns, walls, diaphragms, foundations, and connections
- Defines strength, serviceability, and durability criteria for materials and structural components
- Specifies load combinations and design procedures for axial, shear, moment, torsion, and anchorage forces
- Details construction document requirements, inspection protocols, and material testing standards
- Includes provisions for seismic design, fire resistance, prestressing, and shotcrete applications
- Appendices cover nonlinear response history analysis and US–SI unit conversions
- Commentary explains code intent and provides engineering rationale for provisions
Who It’s For:
Essential for structural engineers, architects, contractors, and code officials involved in the analysis, design, and review of concrete buildings and related structures.
ACI-318-19
ANSI Z535.4-2011 (R2017): Product Safety Signs and Labels
ANSI Z535.4-2011 (R2017): Product Safety Signs and Labels provides standardized guidance for the design and application of product safety signs and labels. This reaffirmed edition helps manufacturers effectively communicate hazard information to reduce risk and improve safety across a wide range of industrial and consumer products.
Highlights:
- Defines use of standardized signal words: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE
- Establishes hazard classification systems and formatting conventions
- Specifies layout, safety colors, symbols, and typography for clear communication
- Offers guidance on incorporating safety symbols for universal understanding
- Sets durability requirements for labels exposed to harsh environments
- Recommends best practices for label placement and visibility
Who It’s For:
A vital reference for engineers, product designers, compliance managers, and safety professionals responsible for labeling products in accordance with ANSI safety communication standards.
ANSI-Z535.4-2011-R2017
ANSI Z535.4-2011 (R2017): Product Safety Signs and Labels
ANSI Z535.4-2011 (R2017): Product Safety Signs and Labels provides standardized guidance for the design and application of product safety signs and labels. This reaffirmed edition helps manufacturers effectively communicate hazard information to reduce risk and improve safety across a wide range of industrial and consumer products.
Highlights:
- Defines use of standardized signal words: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE
- Establishes hazard classification systems and formatting conventions
- Specifies layout, safety colors, symbols, and typography for clear communication
- Offers guidance on incorporating safety symbols for universal understanding
- Sets durability requirements for labels exposed to harsh environments
- Recommends best practices for label placement and visibility
Who It’s For:
A vital reference for engineers, product designers, compliance managers, and safety professionals responsible for labeling products in accordance with ANSI safety communication standards.
ANSI-Z535.4-2011-R2017
ANSI/ASHRAE 62.1-2019: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2019: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality establishes minimum requirements for ventilation system design, installation, and maintenance in commercial and institutional buildings. This standard is a foundational reference for achieving acceptable indoor air quality (IAQ) and reducing health risks associated with poor ventilation.
Highlights:
- Updated Ventilation Rate Procedure with enhanced zone-level calculation methods
- Revised Natural Ventilation Procedure, including outdoor air quality and mechanical integration
- Prohibits use of ozone-generating air-cleaning devices
- Requires humidity control using dew point rather than relative humidity
- Separates patient care areas now governed under ASHRAE/ASHE Standard 170
- Clarifies definitions for spaces, ventilation zones, and contaminant sources
- Outlines requirements for design documentation, commissioning, and IAQ performance testing
- Includes appendices with ventilation rate rationale, IAQ procedures, and engineering tools
Who It’s For:
A critical reference for mechanical engineers, HVAC designers, facility managers, and code officials involved in ensuring compliant ventilation design and indoor air quality performance.
ASHRAE-62.1-2019
ANSI/ASHRAE 62.1-2019: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2019: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality establishes minimum requirements for ventilation system design, installation, and maintenance in commercial and institutional buildings. This standard is a foundational reference for achieving acceptable indoor air quality (IAQ) and reducing health risks associated with poor ventilation.
Highlights:
- Updated Ventilation Rate Procedure with enhanced zone-level calculation methods
- Revised Natural Ventilation Procedure, including outdoor air quality and mechanical integration
- Prohibits use of ozone-generating air-cleaning devices
- Requires humidity control using dew point rather than relative humidity
- Separates patient care areas now governed under ASHRAE/ASHE Standard 170
- Clarifies definitions for spaces, ventilation zones, and contaminant sources
- Outlines requirements for design documentation, commissioning, and IAQ performance testing
- Includes appendices with ventilation rate rationale, IAQ procedures, and engineering tools
Who It’s For:
A critical reference for mechanical engineers, HVAC designers, facility managers, and code officials involved in ensuring compliant ventilation design and indoor air quality performance.
ASHRAE-62.1-2019
ANSI/ASHRAE 62.1-2022: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2022: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality defines minimum requirements for mechanical and natural ventilation systems in commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. Widely referenced by model codes such as the International Building Code, this standard is critical for achieving acceptable indoor air quality (IAQ) in non-residential environments.
Highlights:
- Defines procedures for assessing outdoor air quality and ventilation by occupancy type
- Revised Section 5 reorganizes systems/equipment content by airflow path
- Updates IAQ Procedure with design compound guidance and mass-balance modeling
- Establishes separation distances for exhaust air and dew point limits for cooled spaces
- Classifies ventilation zones and defines airflow effectiveness and breathing zone metrics
- Covers design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of ventilation systems
- Includes appendices for healthcare settings, air quality evaluation, compliance paths, and simplified rate calculations
- Incorporates addenda through Appendix Q as part of its continuous maintenance model
Who It’s For:
Designed for mechanical engineers, HVAC professionals, code officials, and facility managers responsible for designing and maintaining compliant ventilation systems that promote occupant health and comfort.
ASHRAE 62.1-2022
ANSI/ASHRAE 62.1-2022: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2022: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality defines minimum requirements for mechanical and natural ventilation systems in commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. Widely referenced by model codes such as the International Building Code, this standard is critical for achieving acceptable indoor air quality (IAQ) in non-residential environments.
Highlights:
- Defines procedures for assessing outdoor air quality and ventilation by occupancy type
- Revised Section 5 reorganizes systems/equipment content by airflow path
- Updates IAQ Procedure with design compound guidance and mass-balance modeling
- Establishes separation distances for exhaust air and dew point limits for cooled spaces
- Classifies ventilation zones and defines airflow effectiveness and breathing zone metrics
- Covers design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of ventilation systems
- Includes appendices for healthcare settings, air quality evaluation, compliance paths, and simplified rate calculations
- Incorporates addenda through Appendix Q as part of its continuous maintenance model
Who It’s For:
Designed for mechanical engineers, HVAC professionals, code officials, and facility managers responsible for designing and maintaining compliant ventilation systems that promote occupant health and comfort.
ASHRAE 62.1-2022
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 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
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NG: Rules for Core Support Structures, 2023
ASME BPVC 2023 Section III, Division 1, Subsection NG outlines the mandatory requirements for the design, construction, inspection, and testing of core support structures in nuclear power plants. As part of the globally recognized ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, this subsection ensures the structural integrity and operational safety of critical nuclear components.
Highlights:
- Requirements for material selection, qualification, and certification for nuclear-grade components
- Design criteria including design-by-analysis methods, stress limits, and load combinations
- Standards for fabrication techniques including welding, brazing, and mechanical joints
- Acceptance criteria and procedures for nondestructive examination (NDE)
- Hydrostatic and pneumatic test protocols to validate structural reliability
- Guidelines for overpressure protection, relief device approval, and data documentation
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, fabricators, QA/QC professionals, and regulatory specialists responsible for the integrity and compliance of core support structures under ASME nuclear safety standards.
BPVC.III.1.NG-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 1, Subsection NG: Rules for Core Support Structures, 2023
ASME BPVC 2023 Section III, Division 1, Subsection NG outlines the mandatory requirements for the design, construction, inspection, and testing of core support structures in nuclear power plants. As part of the globally recognized ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, this subsection ensures the structural integrity and operational safety of critical nuclear components.
Highlights:
- Requirements for material selection, qualification, and certification for nuclear-grade components
- Design criteria including design-by-analysis methods, stress limits, and load combinations
- Standards for fabrication techniques including welding, brazing, and mechanical joints
- Acceptance criteria and procedures for nondestructive examination (NDE)
- Hydrostatic and pneumatic test protocols to validate structural reliability
- Guidelines for overpressure protection, relief device approval, and data documentation
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, fabricators, QA/QC professionals, and regulatory specialists responsible for the integrity and compliance of core support structures under ASME nuclear safety standards.
BPVC.III.1.NG-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 3: Containment Systems for Transportation and Storage of Spent Nuclear Fuel and High-Level Radioactive Material, 2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 3 – 2023 specifies mandatory construction requirements for containment systems used in the transportation and storage of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste. This section supports regulatory compliance and public safety for radioactive material handling by providing robust rules for structural integrity, containment, shielding, and thermal performance.
It applies to casks, canisters, and related components intended for road, rail, and stationary storage, under both normal and accident conditions.
Highlights:
- Design-by-analysis criteria for radioactive material containment systems under extreme thermal, mechanical, and environmental loads
- Material selection, qualification, and fracture toughness requirements
- Fabrication standards for welding, joining, and forming of structural materials
- Mandatory nondestructive examination (NDE) protocols including radiographic and ultrasonic testing
- Validation tests including hydrostatic, leakage, drop, puncture, fire, and immersion evaluations
- Documentation and marking requirements including Code stamping, data reports, and ASME certification
- Applicable to both storage-only and dual-purpose (storage/transport) cask systems
Who It’s For:
Essential for nuclear fuel cycle engineers, cask designers, QA inspectors, and regulatory personnel involved in the design, construction, and approval of containers for radioactive material transport and storage under ASME compliance.
BPVC.III.3-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 3: Containment Systems for Transportation and Storage of Spent Nuclear Fuel and High-Level Radioactive Material, 2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 3 – 2023 specifies mandatory construction requirements for containment systems used in the transportation and storage of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste. This section supports regulatory compliance and public safety for radioactive material handling by providing robust rules for structural integrity, containment, shielding, and thermal performance.
It applies to casks, canisters, and related components intended for road, rail, and stationary storage, under both normal and accident conditions.
Highlights:
- Design-by-analysis criteria for radioactive material containment systems under extreme thermal, mechanical, and environmental loads
- Material selection, qualification, and fracture toughness requirements
- Fabrication standards for welding, joining, and forming of structural materials
- Mandatory nondestructive examination (NDE) protocols including radiographic and ultrasonic testing
- Validation tests including hydrostatic, leakage, drop, puncture, fire, and immersion evaluations
- Documentation and marking requirements including Code stamping, data reports, and ASME certification
- Applicable to both storage-only and dual-purpose (storage/transport) cask systems
Who It’s For:
Essential for nuclear fuel cycle engineers, cask designers, QA inspectors, and regulatory personnel involved in the design, construction, and approval of containers for radioactive material transport and storage under ASME compliance.
BPVC.III.3-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 4: Fusion Energy Devices, 2023
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III, Division 4 – 2023 provides comprehensive construction rules for components in fusion energy devices, marking a major step toward codifying safety and engineering standards in fusion power development. This section applies to structural and pressure-retaining components subject to the unique operational and environmental demands of fusion facilities.
Highlights:
- Construction requirements for magnetic confinement systems, vacuum vessels, in-vessel components, and pressure boundaries
- General design rules including design-by-analysis for fusion systems
- Coverage of electrical/mechanical penetration assemblies, port structures, and cryostat interfaces
- Material selection, testing, and welding provisions specific to fusion applications
- Classification guidance for fusion plant systems and jurisdictional boundaries
- Requirements for inspection, certification, documentation, and quality assurance
- Fully integrates with other BPVC sections (e.g., Sections II, V, VIII, IX) for cross-discipline consistency
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, fusion researchers, designers, and code compliance officials working on fusion-based facilities and components that demand codified reliability and structural integrity under evolving technologies.
BPVC.III.4-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 4: Fusion Energy Devices, 2023
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III, Division 4 – 2023 provides comprehensive construction rules for components in fusion energy devices, marking a major step toward codifying safety and engineering standards in fusion power development. This section applies to structural and pressure-retaining components subject to the unique operational and environmental demands of fusion facilities.
Highlights:
- Construction requirements for magnetic confinement systems, vacuum vessels, in-vessel components, and pressure boundaries
- General design rules including design-by-analysis for fusion systems
- Coverage of electrical/mechanical penetration assemblies, port structures, and cryostat interfaces
- Material selection, testing, and welding provisions specific to fusion applications
- Classification guidance for fusion plant systems and jurisdictional boundaries
- Requirements for inspection, certification, documentation, and quality assurance
- Fully integrates with other BPVC sections (e.g., Sections II, V, VIII, IX) for cross-discipline consistency
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, fusion researchers, designers, and code compliance officials working on fusion-based facilities and components that demand codified reliability and structural integrity under evolving technologies.
BPVC.III.4-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 5: High Temperature Reactors, 2023
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III, Division 5 – 2023 outlines construction rules for nuclear facility components used in high temperature reactor (HTR) systems. Developed for advanced fission and fusion reactors, this section addresses unique design, material, and fabrication challenges posed by elevated temperature environments, including creep, fatigue, and environmental degradation. It applies to Class A and Class B metallic pressure boundaries, core supports, and components made from graphite and composite materials.
Highlights:
- Covers materials, design, fabrication, inspection, and testing for elevated temperature reactors
- Subdivides content by metallic and nonmetallic materials, temperature range, and component class
- Defines qualification of graphite/composite core components and high-temperature alloys
- Provides creep–fatigue rules and inelastic analysis requirements
- Integrates design-by-analysis criteria for pressure vessels, piping, pumps, and valves
- Details responsibilities, certification, and data reporting for code activities
- Includes overpressure protection and quality assurance provisions
- Incorporates mandatory and nonmandatory appendices for strain limits, material guidelines, and fatigue evaluation
- Harmonized with other BPVC Sections including II, V, IX, and XI for materials, NDE, welding, and inspection
Who It’s For:
Nuclear design engineers, advanced reactor developers, QA professionals, and regulators focused on the construction and qualification of components for high temperature nuclear systems operating under ASME code compliance.
BPVC.III.5-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Division 5: High Temperature Reactors, 2023
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III, Division 5 – 2023 outlines construction rules for nuclear facility components used in high temperature reactor (HTR) systems. Developed for advanced fission and fusion reactors, this section addresses unique design, material, and fabrication challenges posed by elevated temperature environments, including creep, fatigue, and environmental degradation. It applies to Class A and Class B metallic pressure boundaries, core supports, and components made from graphite and composite materials.
Highlights:
- Covers materials, design, fabrication, inspection, and testing for elevated temperature reactors
- Subdivides content by metallic and nonmetallic materials, temperature range, and component class
- Defines qualification of graphite/composite core components and high-temperature alloys
- Provides creep–fatigue rules and inelastic analysis requirements
- Integrates design-by-analysis criteria for pressure vessels, piping, pumps, and valves
- Details responsibilities, certification, and data reporting for code activities
- Includes overpressure protection and quality assurance provisions
- Incorporates mandatory and nonmandatory appendices for strain limits, material guidelines, and fatigue evaluation
- Harmonized with other BPVC Sections including II, V, IX, and XI for materials, NDE, welding, and inspection
Who It’s For:
Nuclear design engineers, advanced reactor developers, QA professionals, and regulators focused on the construction and qualification of components for high temperature nuclear systems operating under ASME code compliance.
BPVC.III.5-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Subsection NCA: General Requirements for Divisions 1 and 2, 2023
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III, Subsection NCA–2023 defines general requirements for the design, construction, certification, and inspection of Class 1, 2, and 3 nuclear facility components. It supports both Division 1 and Division 2 construction and forms the administrative and quality system backbone for all nuclear components governed by Section III.
Highlights:
- Establishes classification, responsibilities, and quality assurance for materials, fabricators, designers, and inspectors
- Provides scope definitions and boundary conditions for Division 1 and 2 applications
- Includes requirements for Certificates of Authorization, ASME Code Stamping, and data report documentation
- Defines criteria for quality system programs (QSP) for metallic, nonmetallic, and polyethylene material organizations
- Details responsibilities of Certificate Holders, Design Authorities, and Authorized Inspection Agencies
- Specifies recordkeeping requirements including lifetime and non-permanent quality records
- Integrates requirements for authorized inspections and duties of inspectors
- Includes a glossary, nameplate specifications, and certification mark applications
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, code compliance officers, quality assurance personnel, and material organizations involved in the ASME certification and documentation process for nuclear facility components under Division 1 and Division 2.
BPVC.III.NCA-2023
ASME BPVC Section III, Subsection NCA: General Requirements for Divisions 1 and 2, 2023
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III, Subsection NCA–2023 defines general requirements for the design, construction, certification, and inspection of Class 1, 2, and 3 nuclear facility components. It supports both Division 1 and Division 2 construction and forms the administrative and quality system backbone for all nuclear components governed by Section III.
Highlights:
- Establishes classification, responsibilities, and quality assurance for materials, fabricators, designers, and inspectors
- Provides scope definitions and boundary conditions for Division 1 and 2 applications
- Includes requirements for Certificates of Authorization, ASME Code Stamping, and data report documentation
- Defines criteria for quality system programs (QSP) for metallic, nonmetallic, and polyethylene material organizations
- Details responsibilities of Certificate Holders, Design Authorities, and Authorized Inspection Agencies
- Specifies recordkeeping requirements including lifetime and non-permanent quality records
- Integrates requirements for authorized inspections and duties of inspectors
- Includes a glossary, nameplate specifications, and certification mark applications
Who It’s For:
Nuclear engineers, code compliance officers, quality assurance personnel, and material organizations involved in the ASME certification and documentation process for nuclear facility components under Division 1 and Division 2.
BPVC.III.NCA-2023
ASME BPVC Section III: Nuclear Facility Component Appendices, 2023
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III Appendices – 2023 Edition consolidates mandatory and nonmandatory appendices supporting the design and construction of nuclear facility components under Section III. This volume provides supplemental data, methods, and qualifications for materials, stresses, and personnel essential to advanced nuclear systems.
Highlights:
- Mandatory Appendices on fatigue design, stress analysis, flange connections, and plastic deformation limits
- Detailed methods for stress intensification, flexibility factors, and experimental verification
- Tables for stress intensity, fatigue strength, and mechanical properties for metallic materials
- Rules for bolted joints, polyethylene piping, and HIP-formed pressure parts
- Certification guidance for personnel, design report templates, and material qualification
- Nonmandatory Appendices for seismic analysis, weld examination, valve discharge systems, and design tolerances
- Appendix-based cross-referencing to Section III Subsections and external standards
- Supports compliance with ASME nuclear construction and inspection requirements
Who It’s For:
Engineers, designers, QA/QC managers, and code regulators involved in the analysis, testing, and certification of ASME Section III nuclear components. Complements Subsections NB through NG by offering expanded technical resources.
BPVC.III.A-2023
ASME BPVC Section III: Nuclear Facility Component Appendices, 2023
The ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) Section III Appendices – 2023 Edition consolidates mandatory and nonmandatory appendices supporting the design and construction of nuclear facility components under Section III. This volume provides supplemental data, methods, and qualifications for materials, stresses, and personnel essential to advanced nuclear systems.
Highlights:
- Mandatory Appendices on fatigue design, stress analysis, flange connections, and plastic deformation limits
- Detailed methods for stress intensification, flexibility factors, and experimental verification
- Tables for stress intensity, fatigue strength, and mechanical properties for metallic materials
- Rules for bolted joints, polyethylene piping, and HIP-formed pressure parts
- Certification guidance for personnel, design report templates, and material qualification
- Nonmandatory Appendices for seismic analysis, weld examination, valve discharge systems, and design tolerances
- Appendix-based cross-referencing to Section III Subsections and external standards
- Supports compliance with ASME nuclear construction and inspection requirements
Who It’s For:
Engineers, designers, QA/QC managers, and code regulators involved in the analysis, testing, and certification of ASME Section III nuclear components. Complements Subsections NB through NG by offering expanded technical resources.
BPVC.III.A-2023