PRESSURE VESSEL DESIGN AS PER ASME SEC VIII DIV-2

Gain advanced expertise in pressure vessel design with our ASME Sec VIII Div-2 training program. This course delves into the Division 2 code framework, focusing on Design by Rule approaches. Learn how to apply allowable stress methods, conduct fatigue assessments, and utilize finite element analysis (FEA) for high-integrity pressure vessels.

instructor: Sachin Pol

Duration: 100 Hours

instructor:
Sachin Pol

Duration:
100 Hours

Detailed 3D CAD model of a vertical pressure vessel with multiple nozzles for ASME Section VIII Division 1 design training

Course Content

13 lectures
100h Duration

Understanding ASME BPV Code
Why ASME Section VIII Div-2?
ASME Section VIII Div-1 Vs ASME Section VIII Div-2 - Key Differences
Structure of ASME Section VIII Div-2
Important code definitions (Annex 1-B)
ASME Section VIII Div-2 - Scope and limitations.
ASME Section VIII Div-2 - Class 1 vs Class 2
The Designer, The Engineer and The Certifying Engineer
User's Design Specifications (UDS) and Manufacturer's Design Report(MDER) - Contents and Certification
Annex-3A, ASME Section II Part D , Factor of safety
Table 1.1 : Year of Acceptable Edition of Referenced Standards in This Division
Categories of weld Joints
Joint Efficiency and Examination Group as per Part 7

Requirements for Class 1 vs Class 2 Design Methodology
Loads and Load Combinations
Requirements of various weld categories (A,B,C,D,E,F)
Mill Tolerance on Plates and Pipes
Important Definitions and Nomenclature
Concept of MAWP
Liquid Static head calculations
Units and Conversion
Thickness calculation for internal pressure for ...Read More

Failures caused by External Pressure & Concept of External
How external pressure works.
Difference in Methodology for Div.1 vs Div.2
Line of support concept
Thickness calculation for External pressure ...Read More
Concept of Stiffener design for external pressure
Procedure for Stiffener design for external pressure
Moment of inertia calculations for various stiffener cross sections.
Manual calculations of stiffener sizing

Types of nozzles
Nozzle neck thickness calculation criteria
Nozzle neck thickness calculation as per para 4.3 and 4.4
Methods of Nozzle Attachment
Shape of Opening
Design of openings in Cylindrical shells: ...Read More
Design of openings in Conical shells: ...Read More
Design of openings in Formed Heads: ...Read More
Manual Problem solving for Set in Nozzle
Concept of Multiple openings criteria for Vessels
Manual Problem solving for Set on Nozzle
Manual Problem solving for multiple openings
Manual Problem solving for openings in flat head

Types of Flanges as per its application.
Selection OF Standard Flanges
Scope Of Para 4.16
Type of flanges as per Para 4.16
Flange design concept and steps as per Para 4.16
Defining Flange Geometry for Integral flange
Defining Flange Geometry for Loose ring type.
Blind Flange Design concept
Checking of Standard Flanges for External Forces and Moments
Manual Problem for Integral Flange
Manual Problem for Loose ring Flange
Blind Flange Design calculations and fininding deflection as per TEMA

Welding Procedure understanding
HAZ and Residual stress understanding
How stress relieving works?
Understanding the need and significance of PWHT (Para 6.4)
PWHT exemption requirements in ASME codes
Procedures and methods for PWHT
PFHT requirements of code
Heating / cooling rates
Manual problems solving for PWHT and PFHT calculations

Low temperature working of different material
Governing thickness concept for impact testing
Understanding Impact test requirement
Impact test code exemptions
Impact test acceptance criteria
Material Thickness criteria for impact test
Impact test exemption curves
Manual Problem solving for Impact testing requirement

Lifting Lug Design
Lifting Lug Design-PvElite

Pressure Testing Requirements
Important definitions- MAWP, LSR, Calculated test pressure
Hydrostatic Test requirement and significance
Hydrostatic test procedure and code requirements
Pneumatic Test requirement and significance
Pneumatic test procedure and code requirements
Calculating test pressures, Inspection pressures
Understanding pressurization stages , Test temperatures, Test Time significance.
Proof tests to establish maximum allowable working pressure
Manual Problem Solving and PvElite hydrotest calculations

Understanding Concept of Wind load
Calculation of wind load as per IS 875
Understanding concept Of Seismic load
Calculation of seismic load as per IS 1893
Concept of Combine Loading
Manual Problem Solving for seismic Load + PvElite calculations
Manual Problem Solving for wind Load + PvElite calculations
Manual Problem Solving for combine loadings + PvElite calculations

Material Certification
Ultrasonic Examination
Magnetic Particle/Liquid Penetrant Examination
Requirements for Bolting Materials
Impact Test Requirements
Requirement for Material Test Coupons for Vessels subject to Heat Treatment
Effect of alloying elements on material properties
Material product forms
Material specifications
Material selection guide

Types of Supports
Significance of following types of supports
Skirt Support
Leg Support
Lug Support
Saddle Support
Stresses in Vessel due to Saddle Locations
Procedure for saddle support location
Calculation of stresses in vessel component as per Zic Method (Div.2)
Manual Problem Solving for calculation of stresses in vessel
Manual Problem Solving for saddle support design
WRC concept and sign conventions

Concept of Fatigue
Fatigue Evaluation as per para 5.5.2.2

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Meet Your Mentor:Sachin Pol

✔ASME Authorised Training Instructor (ATI) specializing in Static Equipment Design.
✔18+ years of core industrial experience in engineering and detailed design layout tracks.
✔Works actively in high-end, production-grade detailed engineering design projects.
✔Highly experienced in managing and clearing rigorous live U-stamp audits and compliance.
✔Successfully delivered premium engineering design solutions for international clients.
✔Conducts highly interactive live Q&A sessions for instantaneous technical doubt clearing.
✔Provides actionable, answers to complex live job-related and industry operational queries.

18+Years Industrial
Experience

4000+Professionals
Trained

20+Countries
Reached

40+Professionals Led & Mentored

Core Engineering & Design Expertise:

✓Pressure Vessel Codes: Deep command over ASME Sec VIII Div-1 & Div-2.
✓Advanced Analysis: FEA (Finite Element Analysis) & ASME Div-2 Part 5 Design by Analysis.
✓Standards & Codes: Extensive expertise in TEMA, API 660, and API 650 storage tanks.
✓Process & Stress Analytics: Thorough understanding of HTRI Reports, Pipe Stress, and Pipe Support Analysis.
✓Industrial Infrastructure: End-to-end Structural Design & Industrial Plant layouts.

Distinguished Career Highlights & Milestones:

★IMECE India 2025 Presenter: Officially honored and recognized as a Key Presenter by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) at HICC, Hyderabad.
★CAU Express Keynote Speaker: Officially served as the elite presenter at CAU Express (2018), traveling and anchoring technical sessions across 8 major industrial hubs.
★Express Engineering Solutions: Presenter driving high-value, quality-driven design engineering, optimization matrices, and international technical consulting.

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Reviews

Sayali Jangam

Experience: 4 Years

L&T Hyrocarbon

It was a great experience during the Pressure Vessel Design training. I have gained very in-depth knowledge about all aspects of Design. It boosted my confidence and as a result the growth in my career has been significant.

Belkacem Kisri

Experience: 5 Years

Bilfinger LTM Industrie SAS

This course is very good. In-depth knowledge about ASME code and Pressure Vessel, Heat Exchanger design & Nozzle Pro FEA. All the concepts are deeply explained. It has helped me enhance my knowledge and confidence.

Elmigdad Omer

Experience: 4 Years

Doha Petroleum Construction Co. Ltd.

My thanks and appreciation to Mr. Sachin Pol for sharing his experience and his effort to make this course effective with technical knowledge and good engineering practices. A great learning experience!

Raghuraman R

Experience: 17 Years

Technip Energies

This is the easiest and quickest way to learn the Code and static design. Very simplified method to make the concepts clear. Calculations are explained in very much detail.

Mangesh Deshmukh

Experience: 14 Years

Toyo

Trainer is technically very perfect and is even a better mentor. The training Program is very organized and cleared all my doubts about static design. Even minute details are taken care of.

Swati Bote

Experience: 10 Years

Worley

I have developed a thorough understanding about the various code requirements and calculations after doing this course. My approach towards Design has become more practical.

Priyanka Burhanpure

Experience: 13 Years

Thermax Ltd.

The content of the course is well-organized and covers all the concepts, code requirements and manual calculations which you need very badly as a Design Engineer. I found this as the only course where you can ask your live project queries.

Arvind Surve

Experience: 22 Years

Alfa Laval

The Quality of teaching is simply excellent! Highly explanatory animations for better understanding, which has made all the concepts very clear.

Mauli Khandekar

Experience: 11 Years

GSEC

The ASME code is difficult to understand and interpret, but the Trainer has made it simple and interesting. The only course in which manual design calculations/problems are taught in-depth.

Nikita Nimbalkar

Experience: 5 Years

TechInt

This is one of the best courses for Static Equipment Design Engineers. It's well-structured, easy to follow, and covers everything—from detailed explanations to manual calculations. A truly comprehensive and valuable course.

Umesh Kulkarni

Experience: 25 Years

Thermax

A very good course. Detailed explanation about the basic concepts. I have gained a lot of knowledge of Pressure Vessel and Heat Exchanger Design. I would definitely recommend this course.

Bhavik Modi

Experience: 10 Years

HLE Glascoat Ltd.

Great learning and experience. Their mentorship has really helped me to enhance my knowledge. This is such a comprehensive online platform for Static Equipment Engineers with manual calculations & Live Q&A sessions.

Brahmananda Mohapatra

Experience: 14 Years

Shreno Engineering Ltd.

I have very much benefited from Live Q&A session as I was able to get the answers to my project queries. It has boosted my confidence and as a result I have successfully faced ASME U-stamp Audit. This training has really transformed my career.

Harshil Thakarar

Experience: 2.5 Years

Meinhardt Group

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