Section 5 Welded pressure pipes
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Clasifications Register Rules and Regulations - Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Inland Waterways Ships, July 2022 - Part 5 Main and Auxiliary Machinery - Chapter 14 Requirements for Fusion Welding of Pressure Vessels and Piping - Section 5 Welded pressure pipes

Section 5 Welded pressure pipes

Parent topic: Chapter 14 Requirements for Fusion Welding of Pressure Vessels and Piping

5.1 General

5.1.1 Fabrication of pipework is to be carried out in accordance with the requirements of Ch 13, 5 Specific requirements for pressure piping of the Rules for Materials.

5.2 Welding workmanship

5.2.1 Preheating is to be effected by a method which ensures uniformity of temperature at the joint. The method of heating and the means adopted for temperature control are to be to the satisfaction of the Surveyors.

5.2.2 All welding is to be performed in accordance with the approved welding procedures, see 5.3.1, by welders who are qualified for the materials, joint types and welding processes employed.

5.2.3 Welding without filler metal is generally not permitted for welding of duplex stainless steel materials.

5.2.4 All welds in high pressure and high temperature pipelines are to have a smooth surface finish and even contour; if necessary, they are to be made smooth by grinding.

5.2.5 Check tests of the quality of the welding are to be carried out periodically at the discretion of the Surveyors.

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