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What is ASME-Certification?
ENERGY KING Wood/Coal Boiler model
A40EKB is built and tested to the exacting standards of
the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Code Section 4, Construction of Heating
Boilers, under the National Board ‘H’ stamp, and is independently inspected by Hartford Steam
Boiler Inspection & Insurance Company.
ENERGY KING Wood/Coal Boiler model
A40EKB is constructed of certified, high-grade 1/4”
SA516-70 steel plate and is welded by experienced, ASME-certified welders, to ensure safety and
durability. For additional safety, a 30 PSI pressure relief valve is included with every Energy King
boiler. You can rest easy knowing that ENERGY KING A40EKB boilers conform to an
internationally recognized standard for safety and quality.
The following information was taken from www.ASME.org and is reproduced here for informational
purposes only. Please visit www.ASME.org for more information about the ASME and codes and
standards.
ASME.org. 2009. American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
19 May 2009 <http://www.asme.org>.
Founded in 1880 as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME is a not-for-profit
professional organization that promotes the art, science and practice of mechanical and
multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences throughout the world. The core values of
ASME are rooted in its mission to better enable mechanical engineering practitioners to
contribute to the well-being of humankind.
About Codes & Standards
What is a standard?
A standard can be defined as a set of technical definitions and guidelines, “how to”
instructions for designers, manufacturers and users. Standards promote safety, reliability,
productivity and efficiency in almost every industry that relies on engineering components or
equipment. Standards can run from a few paragraphs to hundreds of pages, and are written
by experts with knowledge and expertise in a particular field who sit on many committees.
Are standards mandatory?
Standards are considered voluntary because they serve as guidelines, but do not of
themselves have the force of law. ASME cannot force any manufacturer, inspector, or
installer to follow ASME standards. Their use is voluntary.
Standards become mandatory when they have been incorporated into a business contract
or incorporated into regulations.
What is a code?
A code is a standard that has been adopted by one or more governmental bodies and has
the force of law.
Why are standards effective?
Standards are a vehicle of communication for producers and users. They serve as a
common language, defining quality and establishing safety criteria. Costs are lower if
procedures are standardized; training is also simplified.
Interchangeability is another reason. It is not uncommon for a consumer to buy a nut in
California for a bolt purchased in New Jersey.