An Overview of ASME B31 Codes and Standards

This article provides an overview of the ASME B31 Code for Pressure Piping. It also focuses on recent changes pertaining to piping and pipeline systems used in the petrochemical industry, including those in B31.3, Process Piping; B31.4, Pipeline Transportation Systems for Liquids and Slurries; and B31.8, Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems. Note: The views expressed reflect the professional opinions and understanding of the authors and not necessarily those of ASME or any ASME B31 ..