Developments in post-construction codes and standards in the United States

摘要

Significant activity in preparation of new codes, standards and recommended practices that deal with equipment after it has been placed in service has taken place within the United States. These activities have been driven by the aging of facilities, and by a need to mitigate the increasing numbers of severe losses in process plants. The new codes and standards provide recognized and generally accepted good engineering practice to guide the owner in the inspection, evaluation and repair of existing equipment. This paper describes the current status of many of these activities.