Services for ASME VIII B&PV

Our team has experience in providing finite element analysis, ASME code design & calculations, 3D solid modelling and drafting. We use specialized industry software for ASME B&PV Section VIII Division 1 “Design by Rules” and ASME B&PV Section VIII Division 2 – Part 5 “Design by Analysis”.
Engineering Services:

  • Mechanical design and verification, including thickness optimization, of pressure vessels in compliance with ASME B&PV Section VIII Division 1.
  • Design verification by means of finite element analysis of valves, skids, nozzles, structures, saddles amongst others.
  • Stress Classification and Stress Linearization in compliance with ASME B&PV Section VIII Division 2 – Part 5 “Design by Analysis”.
  • Assessment of 3D mechanical design and calculation reports performed by third-party.
  • Shakedown and Ratcheting analysis for mechanical equipment in accordance to ASME B&PV Section VIII Division 2 – Part 5.
  • Verification of in-service equipment in accordance with API-579, Level I and II.

All These activities are covered and fully managed within
RATIO Engineering