API’s “Pressure Vessel Inspection Code (API 510)” and its “Guide for Inspection of Refinery Equipment, Chapter VI, Pressure Vessels,” give useful guidance to owner/operators for…

The requirements for future in-service inspections should be considered when new pressure vessels are designed and constructed. In particular, weld joints should be designed with…

In-service inspection refers to inspection after new equipment is placed in service, although these inspections are usually made during scheduled shutdowns. An inservice inspection program…