ASME PTB-4-2021: ASME Section VIII – Division 1 Example Problem Manual
ASME PTB-4-2021: ASME Section VIII – Division 1 Example Problem Manual presents a comprehensive set of solved example problems demonstrating the correct application of design-by-rule methods from ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1. It serves as a valuable learning and reference tool for engineers, designers, and inspectors working in pressure vessel design and analysis.
Highlights:
- Step-by-step examples covering material selection, MDMT, welded joints, and reinforcement
- Calculations for internal/external pressure, flange design, tubesheets, and expansion joints
- Integration of Mandatory Appendix 46 for using Division 2 methods within Division 1 design
- Comparison of Division 1 and Division 2 approaches to selected design problems
- Commentary offering insight into code interpretation and design rationale
- Dual-unit presentation: U.S. Customary and SI
- Examples include postweld heat treatment, hydrotesting, out-of-roundness, and NDE procedures
- Supports design-by-rule and design-by-analysis education and application
Who It’s For:
Mechanical engineers, vessel designers, educators, and code compliance professionals seeking hands-on understanding and accurate application of ASME Section VIII, Division 1 requirements.
PTB-4-2021
ASME PTB-4-2021: ASME Section VIII – Division 1 Example Problem Manual
ASME PTB-4-2021: ASME Section VIII – Division 1 Example Problem Manual presents a comprehensive set of solved example problems demonstrating the correct application of design-by-rule methods from ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1. It serves as a valuable learning and reference tool for engineers, designers, and inspectors working in pressure vessel design and analysis.
Highlights:
- Step-by-step examples covering material selection, MDMT, welded joints, and reinforcement
- Calculations for internal/external pressure, flange design, tubesheets, and expansion joints
- Integration of Mandatory Appendix 46 for using Division 2 methods within Division 1 design
- Comparison of Division 1 and Division 2 approaches to selected design problems
- Commentary offering insight into code interpretation and design rationale
- Dual-unit presentation: U.S. Customary and SI
- Examples include postweld heat treatment, hydrotesting, out-of-roundness, and NDE procedures
- Supports design-by-rule and design-by-analysis education and application
Who It’s For:
Mechanical engineers, vessel designers, educators, and code compliance professionals seeking hands-on understanding and accurate application of ASME Section VIII, Division 1 requirements.
PTB-4-2021
AWS D1.4/D1.4M:2018 – Structural Welding Code – Steel Reinforcing Bars
AWS D1.4/D1.4M:2018 – Structural Welding Code – Steel Reinforcing Bars provides welding requirements for deformed and plain reinforcing bars used in reinforced concrete construction. Applicable to structural projects such as buildings, bridges, and infrastructure systems, this code ensures weld quality, safety, and compliance in both field and shop conditions.
Highlights:
- Covers Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) as prequalified processes
- Design rules for welded joints, lap splices, and bar anchorage
- Base metal, filler metal, and electrode specifications
- Preheat/interpass temperature guidance based on carbon equivalent
- Weld profile and workmanship requirements
- Qualification criteria for welders, welding procedures, and inspectors
- Visual and radiographic inspection procedures
- Surface preparation and protection requirements for field/shop welding
- Includes normative and informative annexes for expanded guidance
- Commentary section explains code intent and technical decisions
Who It’s For:
Structural engineers, contractors, inspectors, and welders engaged in the welding of reinforcing steel in seismic, heavy civil, and structural applications.
AWS D1.4/D1.4M:2018
AWS D1.4/D1.4M:2018 – Structural Welding Code – Steel Reinforcing Bars
AWS D1.4/D1.4M:2018 – Structural Welding Code – Steel Reinforcing Bars provides welding requirements for deformed and plain reinforcing bars used in reinforced concrete construction. Applicable to structural projects such as buildings, bridges, and infrastructure systems, this code ensures weld quality, safety, and compliance in both field and shop conditions.
Highlights:
- Covers Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) as prequalified processes
- Design rules for welded joints, lap splices, and bar anchorage
- Base metal, filler metal, and electrode specifications
- Preheat/interpass temperature guidance based on carbon equivalent
- Weld profile and workmanship requirements
- Qualification criteria for welders, welding procedures, and inspectors
- Visual and radiographic inspection procedures
- Surface preparation and protection requirements for field/shop welding
- Includes normative and informative annexes for expanded guidance
- Commentary section explains code intent and technical decisions
Who It’s For:
Structural engineers, contractors, inspectors, and welders engaged in the welding of reinforcing steel in seismic, heavy civil, and structural applications.
AWS D1.4/D1.4M:2018
AWS D1.6/D1.6M:2017 – Structural Welding Code – Stainless Steel
AWS D1.6/D1.6M:2017 – Structural Welding Code – Stainless Steel defines the welding requirements for austenitic and ferritic stainless steel structural components. Applicable to both shop and field fabrication, it governs the construction of non-pressure stainless steel structures and aligns closely with AWS D1.1 formatting for consistency.
Highlights:
- Design provisions for welded joints and structural connection details
- Specifications for base metals, filler materials, and qualified welding processes
- Prequalification criteria for procedures and joint configurations
- Qualification standards for welding procedures, welders, and operators
- Visual and nondestructive inspection methods
- Stud welding practices and performance qualification requirements
- Fabrication standards for cleaning, joint prep, and weld profile control
- Weld acceptance criteria and repair guidelines
- Normative and informative annexes on weld sizing, filler metal selection, sample forms, and macroetchants
- Commentary section offering interpretation and application guidance
Who It’s For:
Essential for fabricators, engineers, inspectors, and contractors involved in stainless steel construction for structural applications such as architectural systems, industrial frameworks, and corrosion-resistant environments.
AWS D1.6/D1.6M:2017
AWS D1.6/D1.6M:2017 – Structural Welding Code – Stainless Steel
AWS D1.6/D1.6M:2017 – Structural Welding Code – Stainless Steel defines the welding requirements for austenitic and ferritic stainless steel structural components. Applicable to both shop and field fabrication, it governs the construction of non-pressure stainless steel structures and aligns closely with AWS D1.1 formatting for consistency.
Highlights:
- Design provisions for welded joints and structural connection details
- Specifications for base metals, filler materials, and qualified welding processes
- Prequalification criteria for procedures and joint configurations
- Qualification standards for welding procedures, welders, and operators
- Visual and nondestructive inspection methods
- Stud welding practices and performance qualification requirements
- Fabrication standards for cleaning, joint prep, and weld profile control
- Weld acceptance criteria and repair guidelines
- Normative and informative annexes on weld sizing, filler metal selection, sample forms, and macroetchants
- Commentary section offering interpretation and application guidance
Who It’s For:
Essential for fabricators, engineers, inspectors, and contractors involved in stainless steel construction for structural applications such as architectural systems, industrial frameworks, and corrosion-resistant environments.
AWS D1.6/D1.6M:2017
AWS D17.1/D17.1M:2017 – Specification for Fusion Welding for Aerospace Applications
AWS D17.1/D17.1M:2017 establishes the welding requirements for aircraft, aerospace, and space hardware using electric arc and high-energy beam fusion welding processes. It covers aluminum, nickel, iron, cobalt, titanium, and magnesium alloys and supports both flight-critical and support structure applications.
Highlights:
- Design criteria for aerospace weld joints
- Qualification requirements for procedures and personnel
- Fabrication, inspection, and acceptance standards
- Repair guidance for aerospace components
- Preweld/postweld processes including traceability and cleaning
- Visual and nondestructive exam methods with acceptance criteria
- Normative/informative annexes on bend tests, positions, acronyms, and forms
- Commentary with technical interpretation and best practices
New in the 2017 Edition:
- Annexes for UNS material designations
- Expanded welding position coverage and standardized forms
- Editorial updates for clarity and usability
Who’s It For:
Aerospace engineers, welding supervisors, inspectors, and quality professionals involved in the fabrication or evaluation of welded aerospace structures.
AWS D17.1/D17.1M-2017
AWS D17.1/D17.1M:2017 – Specification for Fusion Welding for Aerospace Applications
AWS D17.1/D17.1M:2017 establishes the welding requirements for aircraft, aerospace, and space hardware using electric arc and high-energy beam fusion welding processes. It covers aluminum, nickel, iron, cobalt, titanium, and magnesium alloys and supports both flight-critical and support structure applications.
Highlights:
- Design criteria for aerospace weld joints
- Qualification requirements for procedures and personnel
- Fabrication, inspection, and acceptance standards
- Repair guidance for aerospace components
- Preweld/postweld processes including traceability and cleaning
- Visual and nondestructive exam methods with acceptance criteria
- Normative/informative annexes on bend tests, positions, acronyms, and forms
- Commentary with technical interpretation and best practices
New in the 2017 Edition:
- Annexes for UNS material designations
- Expanded welding position coverage and standardized forms
- Editorial updates for clarity and usability
Who’s It For:
Aerospace engineers, welding supervisors, inspectors, and quality professionals involved in the fabrication or evaluation of welded aerospace structures.
AWS D17.1/D17.1M-2017
AWS D17.3/D17.3M:2016 – Specification for Friction Stir Welding of Aluminum Alloys for Aerospace Applications
AWS D17.3/D17.3M:2016 establishes general requirements for the friction stir welding (FSW) of aluminum alloys in aerospace applications. It provides standardized procedures for the design, fabrication, qualification, and inspection of aerospace components joined using the FSW process.
Highlights:
- Design requirements for FSW joints in aerospace structures
- Qualification procedures for welders, operators, and welding procedures
- Approved base metal specifications and usage limitations
- Tooling, fixture, and FSW equipment setup requirements
- Fabrication guidelines for welding parameters and process control
- Visual and mechanical inspection methods for weld quality verification
- Acceptance criteria for discontinuities, mechanical properties, and visual appearance
- Quality assurance provisions, documentation, and recordkeeping standards
New in the 2016 Edition:
- Updates to reflect advancements in friction stir welding techniques and aerospace material performance
- Enhanced inspection and qualification procedures for improved compliance and reliability
- Supersedes AWS D17.3/D17.3M:2010
Who’s It For:
Aerospace engineers, quality professionals, and fabricators involved in the production or qualification of aluminum structures using friction stir welding.
AWS D17.3/D17.3M-2016
AWS D17.3/D17.3M:2016 – Specification for Friction Stir Welding of Aluminum Alloys for Aerospace Applications
AWS D17.3/D17.3M:2016 establishes general requirements for the friction stir welding (FSW) of aluminum alloys in aerospace applications. It provides standardized procedures for the design, fabrication, qualification, and inspection of aerospace components joined using the FSW process.
Highlights:
- Design requirements for FSW joints in aerospace structures
- Qualification procedures for welders, operators, and welding procedures
- Approved base metal specifications and usage limitations
- Tooling, fixture, and FSW equipment setup requirements
- Fabrication guidelines for welding parameters and process control
- Visual and mechanical inspection methods for weld quality verification
- Acceptance criteria for discontinuities, mechanical properties, and visual appearance
- Quality assurance provisions, documentation, and recordkeeping standards
New in the 2016 Edition:
- Updates to reflect advancements in friction stir welding techniques and aerospace material performance
- Enhanced inspection and qualification procedures for improved compliance and reliability
- Supersedes AWS D17.3/D17.3M:2010
Who’s It For:
Aerospace engineers, quality professionals, and fabricators involved in the production or qualification of aluminum structures using friction stir welding.
AWS D17.3/D17.3M-2016
DSM-5-TR – Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision, 2022
DSM-5-TR – Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (2022) is the updated reference standard for diagnosing and classifying mental disorders. Published by the American Psychiatric Association, this edition builds on DSM-5 with updated diagnostic criteria, terminology, and clinical insights, reflecting advances in psychiatric research and cultural understanding.
Highlights:
- Includes the new diagnosis of Prolonged Grief Disorder
- Updates to diagnostic criteria for over 70 mental health conditions
- Expanded text on prevalence, development, risk factors, comorbidity, and culture-related issues
- New ICD-10-CM codes for suicidal behavior and nonsuicidal self-injury
- Literature citations updated to reflect the most current clinical research
- Reviewed by the Ethnoracial Equity and Inclusion Work Group to enhance cultural relevance
- Supports accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and medical coding compliance
Who It's For:
Psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, counselors, educators, researchers, and healthcare professionals involved in the assessment, treatment, and study of mental disorders.
DSM-5-TR
DSM-5-TR – Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision, 2022
DSM-5-TR – Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (2022) is the updated reference standard for diagnosing and classifying mental disorders. Published by the American Psychiatric Association, this edition builds on DSM-5 with updated diagnostic criteria, terminology, and clinical insights, reflecting advances in psychiatric research and cultural understanding.
Highlights:
- Includes the new diagnosis of Prolonged Grief Disorder
- Updates to diagnostic criteria for over 70 mental health conditions
- Expanded text on prevalence, development, risk factors, comorbidity, and culture-related issues
- New ICD-10-CM codes for suicidal behavior and nonsuicidal self-injury
- Literature citations updated to reflect the most current clinical research
- Reviewed by the Ethnoracial Equity and Inclusion Work Group to enhance cultural relevance
- Supports accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and medical coding compliance
Who It's For:
Psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers, counselors, educators, researchers, and healthcare professionals involved in the assessment, treatment, and study of mental disorders.
DSM-5-TR
IEC 60601-1:2020 – Medical Electrical Equipment – General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance, 2020
- Applies to the basic safety and essential performance of electrical medical equipment and systems
- Addresses hazards related to electrical shock, mechanical failure, thermal effects, and radiation
- Integrates risk management aligned with ISO 14971 for hazard control and usability
- Specifies labeling, documentation, and marking requirements for product traceability and safe use
- Supports conformity assessment and global regulatory submissions
- Clarified terminology and pass/fail testing criteria
- Updated guidance for software safety, usability engineering, and wireless technologies
- Enhanced alignment with IEC 60601-1 collateral standards (e.g., -1-2 for EMC, -1-6 for usability)
IEC 60601-1:2020
IEC 60601-1:2020 – Medical Electrical Equipment – General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance, 2020
- Applies to the basic safety and essential performance of electrical medical equipment and systems
- Addresses hazards related to electrical shock, mechanical failure, thermal effects, and radiation
- Integrates risk management aligned with ISO 14971 for hazard control and usability
- Specifies labeling, documentation, and marking requirements for product traceability and safe use
- Supports conformity assessment and global regulatory submissions
- Clarified terminology and pass/fail testing criteria
- Updated guidance for software safety, usability engineering, and wireless technologies
- Enhanced alignment with IEC 60601-1 collateral standards (e.g., -1-2 for EMC, -1-6 for usability)
IEC 60601-1:2020
IEEE C2-2023 – National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), 2023 Edition
IEEE C2-2023 – National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) provides the latest safety requirements for the installation, operation, and maintenance of electric supply and communication systems. Developed through ANSI-accredited consensus, the 2023 edition incorporates updates for new technologies, environmental resilience, and evolving industry practices.
Highlights:
- New rules for photovoltaic (PV) generation and advanced energy storage systems
- Expanded arc hazard clothing tables for medium-voltage systems up to 36 kV
- Updated grounding rules for mountainous terrain, coastal zones, and submerged systems
- Revised clearance criteria for conductors, antennas, and structural obstructions
- Clarified definitions and loading guidelines for extreme wind, ice, and weather events
- Standardized inch–foot–pound units for U.S.-centric engineering and safety compliance
Covered Parts:
- Part 1: Electric Supply Stations
- Part 2: Overhead Lines
- Part 3: Underground Lines
- Part 4: Work Rules for Supply and Communication Employees
Who It’s For:
Engineers, utility operators, telecom providers, safety professionals, and contractors responsible for the safe design, construction, and operation of electrical and communications infrastructure.
IEEE C2-2023
IEEE C2-2023 – National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), 2023 Edition
IEEE C2-2023 – National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) provides the latest safety requirements for the installation, operation, and maintenance of electric supply and communication systems. Developed through ANSI-accredited consensus, the 2023 edition incorporates updates for new technologies, environmental resilience, and evolving industry practices.
Highlights:
- New rules for photovoltaic (PV) generation and advanced energy storage systems
- Expanded arc hazard clothing tables for medium-voltage systems up to 36 kV
- Updated grounding rules for mountainous terrain, coastal zones, and submerged systems
- Revised clearance criteria for conductors, antennas, and structural obstructions
- Clarified definitions and loading guidelines for extreme wind, ice, and weather events
- Standardized inch–foot–pound units for U.S.-centric engineering and safety compliance
Covered Parts:
- Part 1: Electric Supply Stations
- Part 2: Overhead Lines
- Part 3: Underground Lines
- Part 4: Work Rules for Supply and Communication Employees
Who It’s For:
Engineers, utility operators, telecom providers, safety professionals, and contractors responsible for the safe design, construction, and operation of electrical and communications infrastructure.
IEEE C2-2023
ISO 19011:2018 – Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems, 2018
ISO 19011:2018 – Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems provides internationally recognized guidance for conducting internal and external audits of management systems. Applicable across all sectors, this standard is designed for organizations managing audit programs or seeking conformity with standards like ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and others.
Highlights:
- Introduces risk-based thinking as a core auditing principle
- Expanded guidance for managing audit programs and evaluating risks and opportunities
- Supports remote and virtual auditing methods
- Clarifies auditor competence, including behavior and system-specific knowledge
- Shifts terminology to emphasize processes over objects or systems
- Annex A offers detailed insights on context, leadership, compliance, and supply chain audits
Who It’s For:
Audit program managers, internal and external auditors, and quality professionals working with integrated management systems across industries.
ISO 19011:2018
ISO 19011:2018 – Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems, 2018
ISO 19011:2018 – Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems provides internationally recognized guidance for conducting internal and external audits of management systems. Applicable across all sectors, this standard is designed for organizations managing audit programs or seeking conformity with standards like ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and others.
Highlights:
- Introduces risk-based thinking as a core auditing principle
- Expanded guidance for managing audit programs and evaluating risks and opportunities
- Supports remote and virtual auditing methods
- Clarifies auditor competence, including behavior and system-specific knowledge
- Shifts terminology to emphasize processes over objects or systems
- Annex A offers detailed insights on context, leadership, compliance, and supply chain audits
Who It’s For:
Audit program managers, internal and external auditors, and quality professionals working with integrated management systems across industries.
ISO 19011:2018