Do you want to carry out ASME analysis
What is ASME?
The ASME guideline refers to a set of technical standards developed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
These standards are internationally recognized and apply primarily to the design, manufacturing, inspection, maintenance, and safety of mechanical and industrial equipment, particularly in sensitive sectors such as energy, nuclear power, oil and gas, and aerospace.
ASME guideline requirements
In general, the ASME guideline covers fundamental principles related to the safety, technical compliance, and traceability of equipment and materials. Here are the main requirements found in the principal ASME documents:
Equipment must be designed to withstand real operating conditions, particularly in terms of pressure, temperature, corrosion, or fatigue.
The materials used must be listed in the ASME code or be subject to specific qualification, with certificates of conformity and full traceability.
Manufacturing processes, such as welding or heat treatment, must follow validated and controlled procedures.
Rigorous inspections are mandatory before any commissioning, including pressure tests, visual, radiographic, or ultrasonic inspections.
All operations must be documented in a complete manufacturer’s file, including drawings, material certificates, test reports, and parts traceability.
Welders, inspectors, and operators must be qualified according to ASME standards, and the manufacturer may be audited to obtain official certification.
The different ASME guidelines
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC): the flagship standard for boilers, pressure vessels, nuclear equipment...
ASME Y14: technical drawing and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing guidelines.
ASME B31: for process piping (gas, fluids, chemicals...).
ASME NQA-1: for quality assurance in the nuclear industry.
The FILAB laboratory supports you in carrying out ASME analysis
Why choose FILAB for an ASME analysis?
If you are involved in the design, construction, maintenance, or operation of nuclear power plants or other energy production systems, you strive to follow these best practices through regular inspection of your mechanical and industrial equipment.
To support you in your efforts, the FILAB laboratory assists you with your chemical analysis according to ASME guidelines.
OUR TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
energy and nuclear sector analysis
Chemical analysis (heavy metals, additives, residual solvents…)
FAQ
Yes. ASME codes (notably BPVC) list the materials approved in specific appendices (ASME Section II Part D).
If a material is not listed, it must undergo material qualification, with full analysis and standardized tests.
ASME standards ensure that equipment is:
- Compliant with safety and reliability requirements
- Accepted internationally in industrial tenders
- Traceable and accompanied by the correct technical documentation
| ASME | CODAP | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | 🇺🇸 United States | 🇫🇷 France (SNCT) |
| Document type | International code | Recognized French code |
| Industries | Nuclear, oil & gas, medical, etc. | Chemicals, agrifood, water treatment… |
| Heated equipment | Yes (e.g., boilers, reactors) | No (no direct flame) |
| Scope | Worldwide | European / French-speaking |
