Overview

Why use PV Elite?

Pressure vessels and heat exchangers are complex equipment, operating under significant pressure and temperatures, carry loads from attached piping, and may contain hazardous fluids. Safety is paramount as the failure of such equipment can be disastrous. Failure of a pressure vessel can cause severe damage to an industrial facility, and potentially lead to loss of life. PV Elite is used to ensure correct calculations are performed, according to recognized international standards, to ensure that the design of a pressure vessel or heat exchanger is safe.

PV Elite is typically used when:

• A vessel containing a fluid is under pressure.
• Other loads could jeopardise the safety of the vessel.
• An insurance certificate is required from a Notified Body 

Who uses PV Elite?

PV Elite is used by EPC contractors during detailed design, pressure vessel and heat exchanger OEMs involved in design and manufacturer, and owner operators, to check the remaining operational life of their assets. It is also widely used by Notified Bodies for approving and verifying calculations to provide the necessary certification so the vessel can be put into operation.

PV Elite – Key Usage Advantages

1. Comprehensive Code Compliance

• Supports major global codes: ASME Section VIII Div. 1 & 2, EN 13445, PD 5500, and more.
• Ensures designs meet current industry regulations.

2. Easy-to-Use Interface

• Very user-friendly, suitable for beginners and experts.
• Clear workflows reduce training time.
• 3D visualization helps understand geometry and loading effects.

3. Accurate and Reliable Calculations

• Performs complex pressure vessel calculations quickly and correctly.
• Evaluates internal/external pressure, wind, seismic, nozzle loads, fatigue, and more.
• Reduces human error compared to manual calculations.

4. Strong Analysis Capabilities

• Handles:
  • Wind & seismic load combinations
  • Nozzle flexibility and WRC analysis
  • Fatigue and creep considerations
  • Lifting & transportation loads

5. Fast and Detailed Reporting

• Generates complete calculation reports automatically.
• Reports meet regulatory and client audit requirements.
• Includes material lists, drawings, and calculation sheets.

6. Cost Optimization

• Helps select optimal thickness and materials.
• Eliminates over-designed components, reducing manufacturing cost.

7. Large Component & Material Database

• Includes flanges, nozzles, heads, bolts, and material properties from global standards.
• Saves time when building vessel models.

8. Integration with Hexagon Tools

• Works seamlessly with CAESAR II, CADWorx, and TANK.
• Smooth workflow from piping stress analysis to mechanical design and drafting.

9. Heat Exchanger Support

• Allows design of TEMA heat exchangers.
• Integrates with HTRI for thermal/mechanical combined design.

10. Production & Inspection Friendly

• Output formats are easy for fabricators and inspectors to use.
• Clear drawings and data support manufacturing and quality control.