PV Elite 28 Update 1: Pressure Vessel & Heat Exchanger Design Software

PV Elite 28 Update 1 is the latest maintenance release of Hexagon's industry-standard software for pressure vessel and heat exchanger design, building on the major version 28 released in early 2026. This update delivers critical refinements to the 2025 ASME code compliance, enhanced FEA integration, and workflow improvements introduced in version 28 .

Key Features in PV Elite 28

1. ASME Section VIII 2025 Code Compliance

• Current Standards: Full compliance with the latest ASME Section VIII Division 1 and 2 code requirements

• Safety Assurance: Incorporates the most recent code enhancements and safety improvements

• Regulatory Confidence: Ensures designs meet modern standards for global project acceptance

2. Integrated FEA for Expansion Joints

• GT STRUDL Integration: Perform advanced finite element analysis without leaving the PV Elite workflow

• Streamlined Calculations: Complex expansion joint analysis integrated directly into the design process

• Improved Accuracy: Enhanced precision for critical pressure vessel components

3. Quick Start Guided Workflows & Dynamic Dimensions

• Intelligent Automation: Reduce design time with guided workflows for common vessel configurations

• Dynamic Visualization: Real-time dimension display enables quick model adjustments

• Error Reduction: Intuitive interfaces minimize input mistakes