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Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

(OP)
Hi,

Can I qualify welders in 6G position, according to Asme Code Sec. IX, using as support a WPS certified in accordance with UNI EN?

Thanks
Jean71

RE: Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

jean71,
Yes, if the WPQ addresses the essential variables and testing requirements set forth in Section IX.  However, if you plan on using that same WPS in Code fabrication it must also address the essential variables and testing requirements set forth in Section IX.
Regards,
RLS

RE: Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

(OP)
Lostsailor,
 thanks for reply.

Rgds
Jean71

RE: Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

I do not think so,
The ASME has its own forms and formats so you must comply with the ASME requirements,

The NB/ASME AI will not allow the practice,
All test have to be initiated under the ASME Code,

If the NB/ASME AI allow tests under a different Code then it must be presented on the proper forms and accepted by the AI under the ASME Code sec IX.

I like to see other replies.
genb.

RE: Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

jean71;
What is the nature of your work for the welders - new construction or repair work? If you intend to qualify welders in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section IX guidelines, you will need a qualified WPS that addresses all essential welding variables listed in ASME Section IX, Article II.

GenB; format of a WPS is not a requirement. All of the essential welding variables for a particular process must be stated and addressed on a WPS per Section IX . Format is up to the individual company, and ASME format is only a suggestion.

RE: Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

(OP)
Metengr,

The nature of our work is new construction. I have qualified the welding process according to ASME Code sec. IX for same job one year ago.

My curiosity was if I can qualify the welders according to ASME IX using as support A WPS EN Certified. The essential welding variables are the same; the difference is the name of classification of the filler metal, name of process.

Thanks
rgds
jean71
 

RE: Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

Yes. If you have the original Procedure Qualification Record for the EN certified WPS, you can transcribe the essential welding information to an ASME recommended format. The welders can use this WPS (ASME format) to qualify. I would presume you are performing ASME B&PV code fabrication work, and have an ASME S stamp?

I was wondering if you qualified the welding process to ASME Section IX one year ago, why don't you use this same procedure to qualify the welders or are you attempting to qualify the welders to a different welding process?

RE: Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

metengr,
Not a requirement but you can certainly stay out of trouble if you use their format,
why recomend it then?
It does not have to be the same format but one which addresses the same information.
genb

RE: Welders qualification according to ASME Code IX

GenB;
I have a preference for ASME WPS format, and transferring of information is easy to do. Also, having a happy Inspector is like having a happy wife (or husband) at home.

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