Question (1): Is it permissible to weld nonpressure attachments to a Code stamped Section VIII, Division 1 vessel, and what are

the additional applicable requirements? Reply (1): Section VIII, Division 1 is a Code for original construction of a vessel including all aspects prior to and including the stamping of the vessel. Additional welding of nonpressure attachments to a Code stamped vessel is a matter to be reviewed between the user of the vessel and any regulatory authorities at the point of installation of the vessel. Provided the procedure is acceptable to such regulatory authorities, this may be permissible. Question (2): If a vessel has been previously hydrostatically tested but requires rework before stamping, may a subsequent pneumatic test be made in lieu of a hydrostatic test assuming the provisions of UG-100(a)(1) and (a)(2) are not a factor? Reply (2): Question (3): No. Where a pneumatic test is permitted, what special procedures must be observed?

Reply (3): The procedure requirements are contained in UG-100 and its footnotes. As indicated in footnote 26 special safety precautions are recommended.

Interpretation: VIII-78-110 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, U-2(g), UG-28, and UG-101 Date Issued: July 31, 1978 File: BC78-353 Question (1): A horizontal vessel is mounted on two vertical vessels by means of a solid pad which extends around a portion of the circumference of the horizontal vessel. The pad is welded around the periphery to both the horizontal and vertical vessels. Do the rules of UG-28 regarding external pressure apply to this configuration? Reply (1): Assuming that these vessels are under internal pressure, UG-28 would not apply with the exception of UG-28(i) relative to a portion of the vessel subject to collapsing pressure in the local area of the pad. Some other applicable paragraphs to be considered are UG-22(a)(3) regarding the consideration of loading due to weight of the vessel and its contents, and UG-23(b) for calculation of the maximum allowable longitudinal compressive stresses. Question (2): Are the bevel welds in the vessel described in Question (1) which connect the outside and inside diameters to the pad around the periphery covered by Fig. UW-13.2? Reply (2): This weld configuration is not specifically covered by Section VIII, Division 1; however, it is not prohibited providing U-2(g) is complied with.

Interpretation: VIII-78-111 Subject: Section VIII, Division 1, UG-43 Date Issued: July 31, 1978 File: BC78-356 Question: A manhole cover on a Section VIII, Division 1 vessel contains 12 tapped holes for the attachment of 3 flanged valves. Some of the tapped holes are of the same depth as the thickness of the cover. No extra metal is added to the inside surface of the cover. Is this in compliance with UG-43(d)?