PV Elite 28 Update 2: Enhanced Pressure Vessel Design with Code Updates & FEA Integration

PV Elite 28 Update 2 (Version 28.0) is a major release of Hexagon's industry-standard software for pressure vessel and heat exchanger design. It delivers full compliance with the ASME 2025 codes, integrated FEA for expansion joints, guided workflows, and significant UI/UX enhancements .

Key New Features in Version 28

1. ASME Code & Global Standards Compliance

• ASME Section VIII 2025 Compliance: Full support for the 2025 edition of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code. Note that ASME VIII-2 has discontinued the use of "Class" classifications .

• EN 13445 & PD 5500: Added EN 1092 standard flange dimensions and the option to apply EN 13445 safety factors to ASME materials .

• Nozzle & Flange Updates: New RF (raised face) sealing height input, support for weld identification UW-16.2(k) and (l), and a dedicated button to calculate flange "G" dimensions .

2. Integrated FEA for Expansion Joints

• Perform advanced GT STRUDL finite element analysis for expansion joints directly within the PV Elite workflow, eliminating the need for external standalone FEA software and streamlining complex calculations .

3. Enhanced 3D Visualization & UI

• 3D View Cube: New navigation cube allows instant rotation of the model by clicking any face, edge, or corner of the cube .

• Color Differentiation: Bolts and flanges now display in distinct colors for quick identification and visual clarity .

• Dynamic Dimensions: Interactive visual feedback during model adjustments .

4. Collaboration & Documentation Tools

• Project File Link Tree: Organize and link all project-related files (e.g., FEA results, drawings) within a centralized structure .

• Vessel Wiki: Automatically generate customizable RTF documentation for every model, complete with notes and branded reports .

• Simultaneous I/O: Ability to keep the output report open while modifying input values .

• 3D PDF Export: Generate interactive 3D PDFs for client deliverables and internal reviews .

5. Streamlined Workspace & Data Management

• Repeat Command: Copy design details across multiple elements efficiently .

• Material Database Editor: Optimized tool for editing and adding material properties and units .

• Consolidated Database: Unified unit and material database access .