Documentation for pressure vessel manufacturing

Manufacturer’s Data Reports (MDR) are important documents that accompany equipment to ensure quality and safety. Let’s break down what MDR includes and other essential documents needed in manufacturing of Static equipment:

Manufacturer’s Data Report (MDR) Content:

  1. Material Test Certificates (MTCs): These certificates provide details about the materials used in manufacturing.
  2. Fabrication Stage Inspection Reports: Reports on inspections conducted during the fabrication process to ensure quality.
  3. Material Identification Reports: Documents identifying materials used in the equipment.
  4. Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Reports: Reports on tests conducted before and after Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) to check for defects.
  5. Welding Inspection Reports: Reports detailing welding processes and inspections.
  6. Final Inspection Reports: Reports conducted before the equipment is shipped out, ensuring it meets quality standards.
  7. Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) Reports: Reports on heat treatment processes applied to welded parts.
  8. Hydrostatic Test Reports: Reports on tests conducted to check for leaks and pressure resistance.
  9. Inspection Release Certificate (IRC): A certificate indicating that the equipment has passed all necessary inspections and is ready for use.

Additional Documents Required for Manufacturing:

  1. Quality Assurance Procedures: Procedures outlining how quality will be maintained throughout the manufacturing process.
  2. Welding Procedure Specification: Details of welding procedures to be followed, included in the MDR.
  3. Procedure Qualification Records: Records showing that welding procedures have been qualified through testing.
  4. Welder’s Qualification Records: Records demonstrating that welders are qualified to perform the necessary tasks.
  5. NDT Procedures: Procedures outlining how Non-Destructive Testing will be conducted.
  6. PWHT Procedure: Procedure detailing how Post Weld Heat Treatment will be carried out.
  7. Hydrostatic Test Procedure: Procedure outlining how hydrostatic testing will be conducted to ensure equipment safety.

These documents provide a record of the manufacturing process for future reference. Following proper procedures and documenting every step is essential for ensuring the reliability and safety of the equipment produced.

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