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Professional Training in PV Elite – Pressure Vessel Design Software
Introduction
This course provides specialized training in PV Elite, the industry-standard software for the
mechanical design and analysis of pressure vessels and heat exchangers. Widely used by EPC
companies and consultants, PV Elite ensures compliance with major international codes such as
ASME Sec VIII Div 1 & 2, PD 5500, and API. This hands-on program guides engineers through the
complete modeling, analysis, and documentation process, equipping them with practical skills to
deliver safe, code-compliant mechanical equipment designs.
Modules and Content
Module 1: Introduction to PV Elite
- Overview of software capabilities
- User interface, settings, and preferences
- Code compliance and project setup
Module 2: Modeling Pressure Vessels
- Creating shell, head, and nozzle components
- Assigning materials, thickness, and service data
- Wind, seismic, and other external loads
Module 3: Heat Exchanger Design in PV Elite
- Tube sheet design and load calculations
- Baffle and shell integration
- Expansion joint and support modeling
Module 4: Nozzles, Flanges, and Supports
- Nozzle orientation and reinforcement pad design
- Flange sizing and gasket selection
- Leg, skirt, and saddle support modeling
Module 5: Load Case Setup and Analysis
- Defining load cases: internal/external pressure, wind, seismic
- Evaluating stresses and code compliance
- Local loads and WRC calculations
Module 6: Interpreting Output Reports
- Reading thickness calculations and stress results
- ASME compliance checks
- Analyzing warning messages and resolving design issues
Module 7: Generating Drawings and Documentation
- Automatic generation of GA and detail drawings
- Report customization and material lists
- Exporting to Word, Excel, and AutoCAD
Module 8: Real-World Industrial Case Studies
- Modeling vessels from actual industry projects
- Code-specific design challenges
- Reviewing client specifications and datasheets
Module 9: Advanced Design Techniques
- Designing multi-chamber vessels and tall columns
- Load combinations with dead, live, wind, and seismic loads
- Fatigue and thermal expansion evaluations
Module 10: Capstone Project – Full Vessel Design
- Complete modeling of a pressure vessel or exchanger
- Validation against ASME code
- Submission of design report and GA drawings
Scope & Advantages
PV Elite has become a core tool in mechanical design offices, particularly in oil & gas, power,
petrochemical, and heavy fabrication industries. Engineers trained in PV Elite are capable of
designing, analyzing, and delivering pressure vessel designs that meet stringent safety,
performance, and code compliance standards. Mastery of this software opens up opportunities in
global EPC firms, fabrication shops, and design consultancies, giving professionals a competitive
edge in delivering efficient, cost-effective, and technically accurate mechanical design solutions.
Reference
- “Piping Handbook” by Mohinder L. Nayyar ,
- “Process Piping: The Complete Guide to ASME B31.3” by Charles Becht IV,
- “Pipe Stress Engineering” by Liang-Chuan Peng and Tsen-Loong Peng
- “Piping Design Handbook” by John J. McKetta Jr.
- “The Planning Guide to Piping Design” by Richard Beale and David R. Sherwood