Originally embedded in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, today the Operation and Maintenance of Nuclear Power Plants standard for inservice testing ...

It is easy to take valves for granted. They have been used since the days of the Roman Empire and designs are pretty routine, so people tend to assume that a standard valve will do the job. But that ...

A vital element in process safety is assurance that safety-related devices, including automated valves, remain capable of performing intended safety functions at all times during plant operations.

This subcommittee work applies to all rotary or reciprocating, on off or modulating valves with actuation. It also includes positioners and transducers as applicable. It provides a standard for ...