You wish to carry out analysis according to the ASME
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 mainly to the design, manufacture, inspection, maintenance and safety of mechanical and industrial equipment, particularly in sensitive sectors such as energy, nuclear, oil and gas, aeronautics.
The requirements of ASME standards
In general, ASME standards cover fundamental principles related to safety, technical compliance and traceability of equipment and materials. Here are the main lines of the requirements found in the main ASME documents:
The equipment must be designed to withstand the actual conditions of use, particularly in terms of pressure, temperature, corrosion or fatigue.
The materials used must be listed in the ASME code or be subject to a specific qualification, with certificates of conformity and full traceability.
Manufacturing processes, such as welding or heat treatments, must follow validated and controlled procedures.
Rigorous inspections are mandatory before any commissioning, including pressure tests, visual, radiographic or ultrasound checks.
All operations must be documented in a complete information package, including plans, material certificates, test reports and traceability of parts.
Welders, inspectors and operators must be qualified according to ASME standards, and the manufacturer can be audited to obtain official certification.
The different ASME standards
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC): flagship standard for boilers, pressure vessels, nuclear equipment...
ASME Y14: technical drawing and geometric tolerancing guidelines.
ASME B31: for process piping (gas, fluid, chemistry...).
ASME NQA-1: for quality assurance in the nuclear industry.
The FILAB laboratory supports you in the analysis according to the ASME
Why choose FILAB for an analysis according to the ASME
Actors in the design, construction, maintenance, operation of nuclear power plants or other energy production systems, you try to respect these best practices through regular monitoring of your mechanical and industrial equipment.
To support you in your efforts, the FILAB laboratory supports you in your chemical analysis according to the guidelines of the ASME.
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ANALYSIS
Chemical analysis (heavy metals, additives, residuals solvents …)
FAQ
Yes. ASME codes (notably BPVC) list the accepted materials in specific annexes (ASME Section II Part D).
If a material is not listed, it must be the subject of a material qualification, with complete analyses and standardized tests.
ASME standards ensure that equipment is:
- Compliant with safety and reliability requirements
- Accepted internationally in industrial tenders
- Traceable and accompanied by good technical documentation
| ASME | CODAP | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | USA | France (SNCT) |
| Type of document | International Code | French code recognized |
| Sectors | Nuclear, oil & gas, médical, etc. | Chemistry, agro, water treatment... |
| Head equipment | Yes (e.g. boilers, reactors) | No (no direct flame) |
| Scope | World | European / francophone |
