What's New in PV Elite V26?

What's New in PV Elite 2026: Key Updates and Enhancements.

The latest release of PV Elite, Version 26.0, brings several improvements, code updates, and enhancements aimed at streamlining pressure vessel and heat exchanger design. This post highlights some of the key changes in PV Elite 2026, including updates to CodeCalc, the software's dedicated module for component analysis.

1. Code Updates

PV Elite 2026 introduces support for new and updated design codes, ensuring compliance with the latest industry standards. Some of the key code updates include:

• ASME BPVC 2023 Edition: Support for the latest Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2. Updates include changes in Appendix UW-20, Part UHX, and material database notes.

• PD 5500:2021 +A3: 2023 : Enhanced support for the latest updates to the PD 5500 standard.

• ASCE-7 and IBC Seismic/Wind Codes: Support for the 2022 and 2021 editions, respectively.

2. User Interface and Graphics Enhancements

The new version enhances the user experience with updated graphical features and functionality:

• Redraw the Model: The "Options" command on the 3D Graphics Toolbar now allows for easier model visualization.
• Smart Support Help: Added to the Help Tab, improving ease of access to support resources.

3. Improved Input and Analysis Capabilities

PV Elite 2026 enhances design flexibility and analysis options, offering:

• Clamp Connections: Support for clamp connections on the Elements Panel.
• Fatigue Life Assessment: EN 13445, Section 18, detailed fatigue life assessment is now supported.
• Metal-to-Metal Flanges: Support for flanges with contact outside the bolt circle per multiple codes, including ASME and EN standards.

4. Documentation and Help Updates

Documentation improvements ensure a smoother user experience, with reorganized help sections, including:

• EN 13445 Fatigue Life Help: Detailed help section added for fatigue life calculations.
• Flange Input Dialog: Reorganized to improve clarity and usability.

These updates make PV Elite 2026 a powerful and up-to-date tool for designing pressure vessels and heat exchangers. Stay tuned for more detailed reviews on how these features can help enhance your workflow!