inspection procedure for a Groove Joint
inspection procedure for a Groove Joint
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We are welding a 1 1/4" thick pile on site with a SIngle Bevel Groove Joint with a backing Ring. The weld is in 2G position. There is no access to get in once the welding is done. We are trying to figure out the kind of Inspection testing to be done on the weld. Is there any specifications for this weld? If so can I please have the Code name?
Thank You
Keshav Vasudevan
Thank You
Keshav Vasudevan






RE: inspection procedure for a Groove Joint
RE: inspection procedure for a Groove Joint
RE: inspection procedure for a Groove Joint
But I am not sure if the backing bar would affect the results are not.
RE: inspection procedure for a Groove Joint
I've been involved with both the design, as a Civil Engineer, and in the inspection, as the managing P.E. of a testing lab in California. The most common areas I've seen problems develop in these welds are: #1 - The fit-up (gap) is inconsistent due to fresh heading (grinding) of the driven pile, or mushrooming of the top of the pile causing a larger diameter on the driven portion; #2 - lack of proper welding procedure mandating a thorough cleaning of the root pass.
If done properly, these welds will be fine, but should be checked using UT.
Good luck,
Jim