This section dictates the rules for piping systems that transport hazardous liquids, such as crude oil, liquid petroleum gas, anhydrous ammonia, and liquid alcohols.
As the global energy transition accelerates, has become the most dynamic and rapidly adopted standard in the compendium. First developed in 2008, this standard addresses the unique challenges of hydrogen transportation, most notably hydrogen embrittlement . B31.12 is applicable to piping and pipelines handling gaseous hydrogen and gaseous hydrogen mixtures, as well as piping in liquid hydrogen service . It is organized into three major parts: General Requirements (GR), Industrial Piping (IP), and Pipelines (PL) . asme pipeline standards compendium
establishes requirements for developing and implementing an effective Pipeline Personnel Qualification Program to ensure that personnel performing covered tasks are qualified . This section dictates the rules for piping systems
This code governs the transport of crude oil, refined petroleum products, anhydrous ammonia, carbon dioxide, and liquid slurries between production fields, tank farms, refineries, and terminals. This code governs the transport of crude oil,
The is an indispensable reference for any pipeline professional. It provides the technical backbone for safe, reliable, and legally compliant pipeline systems. While the core codes—B31.4 (liquids), B31.8 (gas), and B31.11 (slurry)—are the foundation, the compendium’s true power lies in its integration with integrity standards (B31G, B31.8S) and personnel qualification (B31Q). For anyone responsible for a pipeline from “right-of-way to end-of-life,” this compendium is the definitive starting point.