PV Elite 28 is the industry-standard software application for the design, analysis, and evaluation of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and horizontal/vertical storage tanks. Used by mechanical engineers and designers worldwide, it performs rigorous calculations to ensure equipment meets the stringent safety requirements of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (Section VIII, Divisions 1 & 2), EN 13445, and other international standards. PV Elite automates complex engineering calculations, generates detailed data reports, and creates professional fabrication drawings, making it an indispensable tool for the petrochemical, oil & gas, and power generation industries.

 Core Functional Capabilities of PV Elite 28

• Comprehensive Vessel & Component Design
  Model complete pressure equipment from shells and heads to nozzles, flanges, and supports. The software includes wizards and libraries for standard components, allowing for rapid configuration and sizing based on design pressure, temperature, and material selections.

• Detailed Stress Analysis & Code Checking
  Perform mandatory code calculations automatically. PV Elite evaluates stresses in all components under various load cases (pressure, weight, wind, seismic, thermal) and checks them against allowable limits per the selected design code, ensuring structural integrity and safety.

• Nozzle & Local Load Analysis
  Assess one of the most critical areas of a vessel. The software performs detailed analysis of nozzles and openings subjected to external loads from piping (forces and moments), evaluating reinforcement requirements and calculating stresses in the nozzle and shell to prevent failure.

• Heat Exchanger & TEMA Design Module
  Specifically design shell-and-tube heat exchangers. This dedicated module guides users through the TEMA standards, performing thermal and mechanical design, including tube sheet analysis per ASME Appendix AA, and generating detailed mechanical summaries.

 The PV Elite Standard in Pressure Equipment Engineering

For over three decades, PV Elite has been trusted by engineering firms and owner-operators to deliver reliable, code-compliant designs. Its comprehensive library of materials, support for global codes, and robust calculation engine reduce engineering time and minimize the risk of human error. By providing a complete audit trail of calculations and generating professional documentation, PV Elite 28 not only aids in the design process but also streamlines the approval and regulatory review process, ensuring projects move forward smoothly and safely.