1. What are key ASME Section I requirements?
Design pressure/temperature basis. Material specifications and limitations. Fabrication and inspection rules. Pressure testing requirements. Safety valve sizing and location.
2. How does EN 12952 differ from ASME?
Different safety factor approaches. Alternative stress calculation methods. More extensive material testing. Varying inspection requirements. Alternative NDT acceptance criteria.
3. What are ASTM material specifications?
A192/A210 for carbon steel tubes. A213 for alloy steel tubes. A450 general requirements. A1016 test methods. Each specifies composition, properties.
4. What are NBIC repair requirements?
Qualified repair procedures. Certified welders and procedures. Post-repair inspection mandates. Documentation and reporting. Alternative repair method approvals.
5. How do international codes harmonize?
ISO standards provide common frameworks. Mutual recognition agreements. Cross-code comparisons available. Global projects often dual-certify. Increasing alignment on key issues.
