| Myth | Reality | |------|---------| | “ASME is just for the USA.” | Adopted worldwide – in the EU, China, Middle East, and Australia. | | “If it’s not stamped, it’s okay if designed the same.” | No – without a stamp, there is no legal traceability or third-party verification. | | “Older ASME editions are fine.” | Jurisdictions require the current or specifically adopted edition (e.g., 2023 BPVC). | | “Guidelines are optional.” | For pressure equipment, they are mandatory by law in most industrial settings. |
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