Pressure Vessel Connections

Long Welding Necks Heavy Barrel Type HB Necks

Variable Body Type V
1
, V
2
, V
3
Necks Full Body Type F Necks
Studding Outlets Custom Products Rough Forgings
Insert Type Q Nozzles
Table of Contents
Introduction to FVC .................................................................................. 4
FVC Standard and Variable Body Connections ......................................... 7
Introduction to Seamless Construction ................................................. 8
LWN, HB, F, V
1
, V
2
, and V
3
:
Class 150 ....................................................................................... 12
Class 300 ....................................................................................... 16
Class 400 ....................................................................................... 20
Class 600 ....................................................................................... 24
Class 900 ....................................................................................... 28
Class 1500 ..................................................................................... 32
Class 2500 ..................................................................................... 36
General Notes for FVC Connections .................................................... 40
FVC Studding Outlets ............................................................................. 41
Introduction to Studding Outlets ........................................................ 42
Class 150 ....................................................................................... 44
Class 300 ....................................................................................... 45
Class 600 ....................................................................................... 46
Class 900 ....................................................................................... 47
Class 1500 ..................................................................................... 48
Class 2500 ..................................................................................... 49
General Notes for FVC Studding Outlets ............................................ 50
FVC Custom Products ............................................................................. 53
Introduction to FVC Custom Product Capabilities ................................ 54
Technical Section .................................................................................... 57
Technical Table of Contents .................................................................... 58
Warranty and Terms ............................................................................... 80
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Houston, TX 77238-8421
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Forged Vessel Connections
an AMERI-FORGE GROUP company
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Forged Vessel Connections, Inc., FVC, was founded primarily to satisfy the
highly specialized needs of the pressure vessel fabrication industry with
products of unexcelled quality backed by dependable service. Dedication to
that purpose has enabled us to emerge as a major manufacturer of pressure
vessel components and related equipment in only a few, short years.
After organizing in the mid-1970s as a machining facility, it became increas-
ingly apparent that there was a need for more specialized forgings than those
readily available. Thus, operations were expanded to include in-house forging
capabilities with equipment and dies specifically selected to manufacture
seamless, self-reinforcing nozzles that would comply with the high standards
of performance our valued customers demand.
FVC has established a tradition of sound technology, quality assurance, pru-
dent economics, personalized service, and on-time delivery that has earned us
an enviable reputation in the industry.
Today, FVCs corporate, manufacturing, and storage facilities are situated on
approximately 15 acres. FVC offers total forging service from raw billet to the
finish machined product. These services also include custom design capabili-
ties as well as the full range of quality standard products outlined in this cata-
Forged Vessel Connections, Inc.
Let us serve your
pressure vessel
connection needs
log. This combination has allowed
FVC to fulfill a wide variety of
forging needs in many industries
worldwide. Some of these include:
Oil and gas exploration
Oil and gas processing
Petrochemical processing
Power generation
Cryogenic storage and
transportation
Pharmaceutical production
Through innovative design, sophisticated forging techniques, and versatility of
equipment, FVC is able to meet each customers exacting requirements effi-
ciently and economically. In addition, our attention to detail and dedication to
service is unequaled. Customer satisfaction is considered a necessity at FVC.
Savings
FVC products afford many fabrication advantages, not the least of which is
cost efficiency. The economics inherent in our one-piece, seamless construc-
tion versus built-up methods, allow the production of high quality nozzles at
minimal costs. Savings are effected through metallurgical control, maximum
utilization of input metals, machining efficiencies, and elimination of welds,
which enable our customers to meet critical delivery schedules.
Partial view of FVCs Houston
manufacturing factility.
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A partial view of raw material inventory. Each billet is assigned an FVC heat number and
tested for chemical and physical properties by an independent test lab.
ABOVE: A large supply of carbon,
stainless, and alloy round bar is
maintained at FVC to provide our
customers with a quick turnaround
on all size products.
LEFT: Round bar, precisely cut to
size to forge FVC small necks, is
stocked and then forged in large
quantities.
Forging
All purchased steel used by FVC is
manufactured to fine grain practice
and is of excellent and exacting
quality. Each individual piece is
carefully prepared before processing
while strict identification control is
maintained. Forgings from each heat
of material are thoroughly tested
prior to the manufacture of produc-
tion items to insure compliance with
all required specifications. Sound
quality control practices are em-
ployed throughout manufacturing,
resulting in the finest quality forgings
available in carbon, alloy, and stain-
less steel grades.
Machining & Identification
Forging accuracy at FVC is such that
the profile of most rough forgings
closely conforms to the finished,
machined shape and size. Precision
machining then renders products to
the exact finish and tolerances neces-
sary for each application. Numerous
inspection points assure conformity
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to all requirements. Before shipment, products are stamped in accordance with
applicable specifications for permanent traceability and then coated with a rust
inhibitor. In addition, the stamping includes the FVC work order number to
Forged Vessel Connections, Inc.
allow traceability to all manufactur-
ing steps and any special destructive
or non-destructive testing which may
have been performed on each indi-
vidual piece.
Versatility
The forging capabilities at FVC are
highly flexible. Stock items include
virtually every size ASME, LWN,
HB neck, and studding outlet used in
pressure vessel fabrication. Available
dies enable FVC to manufacture
many other standard flanges, such as
MSS-SP44, AWWA and API 605.
FVC can supply custom designed
nozzles to any size and reinforcement
configuration required to comply with applicable specifications. The extensive
inventory of dies and the capability for modifications to existing designs and
concepts minimize the need for special tooling. The economics arising from
such resourceful operation ultimately mean savings for you, the customer.
All dimensions shown in the catalog are typical dimensions. Any barrel size
with any bore can be furnished at standard price.
Layout and setup of bolt hole pat-
tern on one of FVCs radial arm
drilling machines.
A view of FVC semi-finished LWN forgings.
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Service
FVC has developed an organization totally oriented to quality customer ser-
vice. Technical assistance in estimating and engineering is available, as well as
consultation on materials selection, reinforcement design, and special high
pressure flange design. FVCs single source savings assures excellent quality
control throughout manufacturing and on-time deliveries which enable you to
meet your all-important schedules. When you call FVC, you receive the high-
est quality products at fair, competitive prices accompanied by personalized
service every time!
Quality Assurance
At FVC, quality is built into each manufacturing step. Executive management
insists on strict adherence to its quality assurance program, which has been
established in compliance with ISO 9001 and ASME Boiler and Pressure
Vessel Code Sections I, II, and VIII Divisions 1 and 2. FVC utilizes many
additional in-house procedures, which further assures that its products will
meet or exceed our customers highest expectations.
Forged Vessel Connections, Inc.
ABOVE: Every part manufactured by FVC is carefully inspected during each
operation. Here FVC inspects an ASME RTJ facing to assure the close tolerances
outlined in B16.5 are maintainedthere is no spot-checking at FVC. To ensure
integrity, each part is stamped by the final inspector to indicate dimensional
accuracy and material verification.
LEFT: Complete material and product traceability data is stamped on each forging.
Optional destructive testing available
from FVC on applicable materials
includes:
Chemical analysis
Tensile testing (at ambient and/or
elevated temperatures)
Grain size (Metallographic Exami-
nation)
Hardness testing
Charpy impact testing
Nil-ductility testing to establish
transition temperature
HIC testing per NACE
Certificate Number: 30197
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Optional non-destructive testing
available from FVC on applicable
materials includes:
Ultrasonic examination
Liquid penetrant examination
Dry or wet magnetic particle
examination
Positive material identification
FVC will administer any of the above
testing and/or provide test bars for
your own examinations. Please
specify with your order.
Custom Products
FVC is your single source for custom
products such as: stub ends, special
petroleum manway necks and covers,
full bore manways, well head compo-
nents, and custom reinforced nozzles.
FVC Type Q style nozzles as
shown in ASME Section VIII, Divi-
sion 1, Fig. UW 16.1 and Division 2,
Fig. AD-613.1 are used when
radiographable welds are required at
the nozzle-to-vessel junction.
FVC rough forgings are available, if
you prefer to perform your own
machining operations.
Forged Vessel Connections, Inc.
Bolt circles are checked before and bolt holes
after drilling to assure compliance to ASME
B16.5 dimensions and tolerances.
ABOVE RIGHT: FVC Insert Type
Q Nozzle for full penetration,
radiographed welding.
RIGHT: 42 x 300# V Nozzle
Manway made with SA-508 Grade
2 material.
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to the prices and assumed by purchaser.
2. Seller is not responsible for delays, defaults, or damages occasioned by any causes beyond sellers control
including, without limitation, governmental actions or orders, embargoes, strikes, fires and floods. In any
event, partial deliveries shall be permitted at sellers option.
3. Cancellations, of orders placed with and accepted by us, can be made only with our written consent. Upon
request to cancel, we will advise amount of cancellation charges, in addition to charges for dies, work in
process, products produced, including machine work, etc., and all liability for raw materials. Should you
change your material specification for your order after we have ordered or received the material, you are to
assume all liability for the material covered by your initial specification.
4. It is understood that dies, tools, and patterns required to produce the article quoted on shall remain the
property of FVC, Inc. Preparation charges or charges for dies, tools, and patterns represents only a portion
of cost. Payment of such charge does not give you any right, title, or interest in such dies, tools, or other
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sellers sole discretion the financial position of the purchaser so requires.
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FREE FROM MANUFACTURING DEFECTS, AND IF DEFECTIVE, WILL EITHER BE REPAIRED OR
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EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR FOR EXPENSE
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THIS SELLER IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS PARAGRAPH.
7. Claims for shortages must be filed within ten days of receipt of shipment.
8. We assume no responsibility if the manufacture and sale to you of the items specified by you is an infringe-
ment of patent rights of other persons, you assume responsibility for and will protect us from such infringe-
ment liability, except as to our own manufacturing equipment and processes.
9. Stenographic or clerical errors are subject to correction.
10. Deferred deliveries are subject to FVC, Inc. written approval.
11. Purchases from us may not be returned without our written consent.
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sheet, or acknowledgement, regardless of printed terms, conditions or provisions found in responses hereto
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insofar as the same differ from these terms and conditions, unless such differing terms, conditions or provi-
sions shall be specifically asserted for inclusion in written form other than printing and be specifically
accepted by seller as a change in these terms and conditions by express reference in writing. The applicabil-
ity of this paragraph is an express condition to any contract being formed between us.
13. Catalog product presentations including catalog dimensions, designs and specifications are representative
of product availability at time of publication only. Actual geometry dimensions and designs are subject to
designs and manufacturing changes without notice.
14. Material quoted as being available from stock is normally available for immediate shipment but subject to
prior sale.
15. The above and foregoing terms and conditions are the final expressions of the terms and conditions of the
contract which may be or is formed between us and they are intended also as a complete and exhaustive
statement of the terms and conditions of such agreement.
16. All published prices are/or may be subject to a surcharge to customers, who, by reason of current or prior
trade or business practices or course of dealings with FVC have increased or may increase marketing or
distribution costs.
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