Code Clinic For Study of AWS D1.l Structural Welding Code – Steel R E F E R E N C E M A N U A L
Code Rules, in 8 sections, are as follows:
1. General Requirements
2. Design of Welded Connections
3. Prequalification of WPSs
4. Qualification
5. Fabrication
6. Inspection
7. Studwelding
8. Strengthening and Repairing Existing StructuresAlso,
AWS DI .l/D1 .I M:2002 18th Edition abstract states:
This code covers the welding requirements for any type of welded structure made from the commonly used carbon and low alloy constructional steels. Sections 1 through 8 constitute a body of rules for the regulation of welding in steel construction.
There are twelve mandatory and twelve non-mandatory annexes in this code. A Commentary of the code is included with
the document.
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