This extensive introductory seminar covers all important aspects from manufacturer requirements, material, brittle fracture concepts, production, testing and design to a comparison with the current status of the AD2000 regulations and the latest developments in the PED. Furthermore, its implementation in the European countries and its international recognition will be discussed.
The seminar language is English.
Overview of topics:
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General Introduction
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Pressure Equipment Directive - current developments
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Technical standards to ensure compliance with the Pressure Equipment Directive
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EN 13445 in comparison with AD2000
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Other applicable standards for pressure equipment
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Quality system requirements for manufacturers
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Material concepts
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Comparison of brittle fracture approaches
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Design of unfired pressure equipment
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Changes compared to the current status of AD2000
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Fabrication requirements
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Inspection and testing of unfired pressure equipment
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Implementation in European countries, international
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Final discussion
