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ASME PCC-2

Repair of Pressure Equipment and Piping

Issuing body
ASME
Latest edition
2022 Edition
Region
USA, Global
Equipment items
0

Scope

Repair methods, inspection and pressure testing for pressure-containing equipment in service.

Key requirements (7)

  • Repair of pressure equipment and piping (post-construction).
  • Article-based: each repair method has acceptance criteria, NDE, qualification.
  • Common repairs: weld overlay, weld buildup, mechanical clamp, composite repair, hot tap.
  • Composite (FRP) repair: per Article 4.1 — sized via fitness-for-service.
  • Weld overlay: hardness, heat input, post-weld NDE per Article 2.1.
  • Hot tap: full-encirclement sleeve weldment, with backing-strip qualification.
  • Used in conjunction with API 510/570/653 for in-service repairs.

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