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1. The database contains interpretations to ASME codes and standards issued after December 19, 2013, as well as most historical interpretations to the A17, Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, B30, B31, B16, etc. The database is a work in progress and will be updated to include historical interpretations for all ASME codes and Standards, where applicable.
2. Due to display limitations, published historical interpretations do not in all cases reflect the actual approved interpretation. Wherein interpretations contain equations, formulas and/or sketches, consult the printed version of the interpretation. If you have any questions or comments, please email them to cstools@asme.org.

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