PVRC + Design of bolted flanges.
PVRC + Design of bolted flanges.
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ASME Section VIII Div 1 MA-2 gives you a methodology for design of bolted flanges. There is another methodology suggested by PVRC.
* What are the key differences between the ASME method and the PVRC method?
* Does PVRC method always give you a heavier flange? - What is the % impact on weight (approximately)
* When is PVRC methodology recommended over the ASME method? Why use PVRC method? Is ASME method unsatisfactory in some cases?
* How common is use of PVRC method?
* What are the key differences between the ASME method and the PVRC method?
* Does PVRC method always give you a heavier flange? - What is the % impact on weight (approximately)
* When is PVRC methodology recommended over the ASME method? Why use PVRC method? Is ASME method unsatisfactory in some cases?
* How common is use of PVRC method?





RE: PVRC + Design of bolted flanges.
Depending upon which level of joint Tightness you design for, the resultant flanges may or may not be thicker than those currently designed per the existing rules.
For more information you can visit the PVRC website at www.forengineers/org, or the ASME website.