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PVE5 Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

What is the current version of the program?

Version 4.006G was released in July 2013. It incorporates the 2011 Addenda to the 2010 edition of ASME VIII Div. 1; and the 2012 edition of PD 5500. The EN13445 code stands at the 2009 edition, and materials from EN 10028, EN 10222, EN 10216, EN 10217 and EN 10269. The TSD5 part of PVE5 now incorporates Part UHX of ASME VIII Div. 1.

What's the next step for PVE5?

The date of the next release has not been set yet. Development of the European pressure vessel code BS EN 13445 is ongoing.