ASME receiver

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An ASME receiver assembly is designed for permanent ground storage of compressed gases. The ASME receiver consists of ASME-coded pressure vessels (tubes), which are manufactured in accordance with American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) codes and shipped completely assembled. The ASME receiver assembly is packaged to include spring-loaded, pressure relief valves (PRVs), either on each tube or on the receiver's manifold. Spring-loaded, pressure relief valves are sized and selected according to Compressed Gas Association (CGA) and ASME code and with consideration to the pressure rating of the ASME tubes, the intended gas service of the ASME receiver (e.g. flammable or non-flammable gas), and the final location of the assembly.

The typical ASME receiver will be assembled with a stainless steel manifold, master valves, a PRV either on the manifold or on each tube (PRV set pressure is based upon the design pressure of the tubes), CGA adapters, plugs, or valves, pressure gauge, vent stacks, and steel racks. A thermometer is usually optional. The manifold may or may not be divided into more than one zone depending upon the user's requirements.

During assembly of the ASME receiver all steel components and tubes are shotblasted, primed and coated and the complete assembly is pressure tested to its normal operating pressure using dry, oil-free nitrogen. All tubes are cleaned and dried as required for the intended gas service prior to installation and filling.^[1]

References

1. Christopher Adams