ASME Pressure Vessels

ASME Pressure Vessel Fabrication

As a holder of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) single certification mark and certificate of authorization, BEPeterson designs and fabricates ASME pressure vessels to your specifications. Whether you require a single, complex unit or high-volume production, we deliver solutions for process, storage and skid-mounted systems.

Technical Specifications for ASME Pressure Vessels

Our custom ASME pressure vessel fabrication capabilities are extensive, allowing us to meet a wide range of project specifications.

Category	Details
Materials	Carbon and low alloy steels, stainless steel (300 series and high temperature), duplex stainless steel (2205 and 2507), high-alloy materials (e.g., 200 series ss), nickel alloys (Inconel, Monel), Hastelloy alloys and aluminum
Diameter	Up to 13 feet
Length	Up to 100 feet OAL
Wall thickness	Up to 3 inches
Corrosion allowance	Per project requirements and applicable code
Weight	Up to 40,000 lbs.
MAWP	Full vacuum up to 20,000 psi
Temperature	Per project requirements
Finishes	Polished and electro-polished
Testing and NDE	Hydrostatic testing and vacuum leak testing
Jacketed vessels	Dimpled, half-pipe and standard
Codes	ASME Section VIII
Welding	ASME Section IX
Post weld heat treatment (PWHT)	Per code and project requirements
Software	SolidWorks 3D CAD, SolidWorks Simulation (FEA), AutoCAD and Codeware COMPRESS
Documentation	Complete package including U-1A manufacturer’s data report, ASME forms, material test reports (MTRs), NDE records, hydrostatic test results and PWHT documentation delivered with every vessel

Example Builds

Over the years, we have worked on a range of projects for different industries. Below are a few case study examples.

Ammonia Tank for a Petroleum Refinery

A petroleum refinery required a large-volume ASME pressure vessel for safely storing ammonia under demanding process conditions, including sub-zero operating temperatures. The project specifications included:

Dimensions: 7′ 6″ ID x 9′ 10″ OAL
Material: SA-516 GR 70
Design pressure: 30 psi
Design temperature: -20°F to 150°F

We engineered and fabricated the horizontal ammonia tank, stamped it and delivered it to the client with a full documentation package, ready for immediate integration into the refinery’s process line.

Exhaust Condensate Tank for an Industrial Facility

An industrial facility needed an ASME-stamped pressure vessel to collect and manage exhaust condensate generated by its process equipment. Our client required us to meet these specifications:

Dimensions: 36″ OD x 90″ OAL
Material: Carbon steel
Design pressure: 15 psi
Design temperature: 176°F
Access: 24″ manway
Connections: 8 additional nozzles

Our experts designed and fabricated the carbon steel exhaust condensate tank and performed a hydrostatic test to verify integrity before shipment. We delivered the solution with a complete ASME documentation package.

ASME Pressure Vessel Use Cases

We supply custom ASME pressure vessels to clients across a wide range of industries, including:

Chemical: We fabricate pressure vessels in alloys matched to the specific media, with full ASME compliance and documentation to satisfy plant safety and regulatory requirements.
Energy: Our experts build separators, accumulators and process vessels rated for the pressures, temperatures and media in upstream, midstream and downstream hydrocarbon applications.
Military and defense: We fabricate pressure vessels to meet stringent government and defense specifications, with certified materials, thorough inspection records and documentation packages that satisfy the most demanding compliance requirements.
Medical: Your facility receives sanitary-finished vessels built with materials and surface treatments that meet sterile and high-purity process requirements.
Industrial: We deliver receivers, surge tanks, condensate collectors and other solutions engineered to your plant layout, process conditions and piping integration requirements.

FAQs

Discover answers to common questions about our ASME pressure vessel fabrication process, documentation and delivery.

What Are Your Typical Lead Times?

Lead times vary based on project complexity, material availability and current production schedules. We provide a detailed project timeline with every quote and have dedicated project managers to keep you informed at every stage.

Can You Accommodate Client-Specific Documentation Requirements?

Yes. We can ensure the final package meets your internal standards, third-party review requirements or end-customer specifications.

How Do You Handle Shipping for Large Vessels?

We manage all logistics for shipping, working with a network of carriers experienced in oversized and heavy industrial freight to facilitate domestic and international deliveries.

Get a Custom ASME Pressure Vessel Today

BEPeterson is your reliable custom ASME pressure vessel manufacturer. Request a quote today to start your ASME project.

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