Since 1985, Codeware has focused exclusively on developing ASME Section VIII software for the most discriminating Engineers. Our Austin, Texas based development team has the expertise needed to understand the complexities of the Code rules and the practical experience required to implement an effective software solution. As a result, COMPRESS is the leading ASME Section VIII design and analysis tool, trusted by over 1,400 companies worldwide.

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Simplify ASME VIII Calculations
The standard functionality of COMPRESS includes everything needed to perform ASME Section VIII, Division 1 (VIII-1) pressure vessel calculations. This includes both the U.S. Customary and Metric Editions of Section II, Part D (materials) and a selection of Building Codes and related Engineering Standards, such as WRC-107. To further assist COMPRESS users, finite element analysis of nozzles is included as a standard feature.

To tailor COMPRESS to your needs, the following optional modules are available:

• ASME Section VIII, Division 2 (VIII-2)
• Heat Exchangers: provides mechanical designs to the TEMA Standard and ASME UHX rules, includes a bi-directional interface with HTRI’s Xchanger Suite
• Drafter: converts COMPRESS files into AutoCAD drawings
• Coster: creates Excel compatible vessel cost estimates

Ongoing support is a large part of your software experience and our focus is on fostering long term relationships with our users. As evidence of this philosophy, the very first (and second!) COMPRESS customer continues to subscribe to our Support and Update Service and send their new recruits to our ASME Code Training Seminars. Customers with current support subscriptions receive:

• The latest ASME Code Addenda
• Software enhancements
• Personalized support from an experienced Mechanical Engineer

The first year of Support and Update Service is included with each new license. Users can conveniently update their software without re-installing COMPRESS using the built-in online update feature. If you need any assistance, our in-house team of experienced Mechanical Engineers has the specialized knowledge required to answer the detailed questions asked by COMPRESS users. From in-depth vessel and exchanger inquires to explaining how COMPRESS performs specific ASME calculations, we're available to help.

The COMPRESS Modeling Approach
COMPRESS offers two approaches to modeling vessels: Wizards and free form design. For quick model creation, COMPRESS includes a Wizard interface which requires only basic information to model typical pressure vessels and heat exchangers. For unparalleled flexibility, COMPRESS also offers a component by component free form design approach. This method is useful when designing equipment which does not fit typical parameters and when modifying pressure vessels and heat exchangers created by Wizards.

Whether you are building new vessels or rating existing equipment, you can build your model using a specially tailored input mode. In design mode, COMPRESS selects sizes, thicknesses and ratings to meet Code requirements. In rating mode, COMPRESS calculates the MAWP and minimum thickness while allowing you to input your existing geometry. In both modes, inputs are re-evaluated during the modeling process and updated as necessary to reflect applicable Code dependencies. In selected circumstances, warnings and good engineering practice reminders are presented.

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