ASME FFS-1 PDF

Description

This Standard provides guidance for conducting Fitness-For-Service (FFS) assessments using methodologies specifically prepared for pressurized equipment
Methods procedures standard intended supplement augment requirements api 510, 570, 653, post construction codes reference ffs evaluations nb-23. assessment can used fitness-for-service assessments and/or rerating equipment designed constructed recognized standards, including international internal corporate standards. broad application since based allowable stress plastic collapse loads noncrack-like flaws, failure diagram (fad) approach crack-like flaws. (ffs) cover present integrity component given current state damage projected remaining life. qualitative quantitative guidance establishing life in-service margins continued operation provided regards future operating conditions environmental compatibility. evaluate flaws commonly encountered pressure vessels, piping tankage. not provide definitive guideline every possible situation may encountered. however, flexibility user form advanced level handle uncommon situations require detailed analysis. note order number a164bd optional binder to hold print version ffs-1, a16416.