Washers ‑ a critical element of successful bolting integrity

ASME PCC‑1 2010 Appendix M Washers are specifically designed for pressure boundary bolted flanged connections and are part of the route to compliance for any plant using ASME PCC‑1 as a flange management methodology.

This techncial article looks at the use of the correct specification of washers to assist in ensuring leak-free startup on critical pressure flanges.

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Washers ‑ a critical element of successful bolting integrity

ASME PCC-1 washers as best bolting practice

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