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State Department
Michael J. Verhagen, Chief Boiler Inspector
Boiler Safety
Department of Safety & Professional Services
Safety and Building Division
141 NW Barstow Street, Fourth Floor
Waukesha, WI 53188
Telephone — 262.548.8617 Email — mike.verhagen@wisconsin.gov
Fax — 262.548.8614
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Department of Safety & Professional Services empowered to make, alter, and amend rules and regulations.
Boiler Board: Yes. (Contact above official for more information.)
Date OF laW paSSaGe: 1914
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Every effort has been made to make
this synopsis as accurate and complete as possible. However,
jurisdictional laws, regulations and rules are subject to change
without notice. As a result, the information contained herein is
neither guaranteed nor warranted. User is advised to consult
the jurisdiction’s chief inspector before reaching any decision that
may have critical impact or significant financial consequences.
Date of latest amendment to law: Effective June 2012.
Date rules and regulations implemented: 1914.
Date of latest rules and regulations: Effective June 2012.
State statute: Pursuant to S.101.17m the Department of Safety & Professional Services, Safety
and Buildings Division, enforces Wisconsin Administrative Code, SPS Chapter 341, Boilers and Pressure Vessels.
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Construction:
1. ASME Code (2010 Edition), Sections I, II, IV, V, VIII (Divisions 1, 2), IX, X, and code cases.
2. Code addenda and case interpretations may be accepted.
3. ASME B31.1 (2010 Edition) and B31.5 (2006 Edition).
4. ASME PVHO-1 (2007 Edition), PVHO-2 (2003 Edition).
5. National Board registration required for boilers and pressure vessels except CI “H” boilers and ”UM” vessels.
6. National Board Inspection Code (2011 Edition). Parts 1, 2 and 3.
7. API 510 (9 TH Edition, June 2006).
8. ASME CSD-1 (2009 Edition).
9. Special design or construction requires approval by the division.
Stamping:
Where appropriate, the following National Board stamps or ASME Code symbol stamps are required:
1. National Board: NR, R, VR.
2. ASME Code: all.
Boilers and pressure vessels stamped Wisconsin Special must be inspected and stamped by an inspector holding a Wisconsin commission.
Boilers and pressure vessels shall be assigned a registration number which shall be affixed to the object by a certified inspector.
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All boilers and pressure vessels, except:
1. Water heaters and hot-water storage tanks, provided water temperatures do not exceed 210°F.
2. Vessels for containing water under pressure for domestic supply, including those having an air space for expansion.
3. Pressure vessels used for the processing or storage of water at water temperatures not exceeding 210°F. (These vessels
may contain a steam or hot-water coil or heat exchanger, provided the steam is at or below a pressure of 15 psig
and the hot water is at or below a pressure of 160 psig and a temperature of 250°F.)
2013 National Board Synopsis of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Laws, Rules and Regulations