COMING SOON:
NBBI’s Role as the Only ASME Designated Organization is the Cover Story

When it comes to ensuring the safety and reliability of pressure equipment worldwide, the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors (NBBI) is at the forefront as the ASME Designated Organization.

The cover story examines the extensive range of NBBI’s responsibilities, particularly those related to the Pressure Relief Laboratory.

“This ensures that we’re meeting the highest standards and staying at the forefront of safety,” said Gary Scribner, assistant executive director-technical.

This edition also includes a preview of the 93rd General Meeting, scheduled for May 11-14 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Other articles include:

• “Mission-Critical Ephemera: The Unsung Heroes of Industry and History” by James Chiles
• “Catastrophic Pressure Vessel Failures: Learning from the Past” by Adam Henson, chemical safety specialist for the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board
• “2025 Edition of NB-263, RCI-1: A Modernized Approach to Inspection Standards”
• “Pressure Testing: Not the Right Time for Complacency” by George Galanes and Luis Ponce
• “Information Technology has Transformed How Inspection Forms are Used” by Mike Burns
• “Failure Modes at the National Board Pressure Relief Laboratory” by Bob Viers
• “Scary Photos: A Close-Up Look at the Dark Side of the Boiler Room”
• “Profile in Safety: Aaron Lorimor, South Dakota chief boiler inspector”
• “Executive Director’s Message” by Joel Amato
• “NBIC Update” by Jonathan Ellis
• “Training Matters” by Kimberly Miller
• “National Board Synopsis Update”

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