Test Your Code Knowledge – Volume 4.3

TOPIC: BPV Section VIII Div 1 – Data Reports for Weld Metal Overlay Cladding    ————–A pressure retaining part (e.g., tubesheet) is to be weld metal overlay clad (clad) by … Read More

Test Your Code Knowledge – Volume 4.2

TOPIC: BPV Section VIII Div 1 – Filler Metal Designator    ————–Background: A weld procedure is qualified using base material SA-517 GR E meeting the requirements of UHT-82(g), but using … Read More

Test Your Code Knowledge – Volume 4.1

TOPIC: BPV Section VIII Div 1 – Production Coupon    ————–Question:  For a given vessel, a production impact test plate meeting the requirements of UG-84(i) for a Cat A joint … Read More

Test Your Code Knowledge – Volume 4.0

TOPIC: BPV Section VIII Div 1 – Appendix A, Shear Load Test Specimen    ————–Question: If it is elected to use the provisions of Appendix A of Section VIII, Division … Read More

Test Your Code Knowledge – Volume 3.10

TOPIC: BPV Section VIII Div 1 – UCS-66(c)(2)    ————–Question: Is the impact testing requirements exemption of UCS-66(c)(2) of Section VIII, Division 1 applicable to vessels with flanged joints for … Read More

Test Your Code Knowledge – Volume 3.9

TOPIC: BPV Section VIII Div 1 – UG-36 & UG-45    ————–Question 1: In  complying with the requirements of UG-36 & UG-45 in Section VIII, Division 1, may elliptical or … Read More

Test Your Code Knowledge – Volume 3.8

TOPIC: Mechanical Replacement of Valves, Fittings, Tubes, and or Pipes    ————–Question: Are mechanical replacements of valves, fittings, tubes, or pipes considered routine repairs? Answer: Click Here No.