Hello everyone,
I received a specification that asks for several mechanical tests to be done on the BW fittings that we would like to purchase (Tensile Tests, Charpy Impact Tests, Hardness Tests).
The fittings will be designed according to ASME B16.9 which says that "Proof tests shall be made as set forth in this standard when the manufacturer chooses proof testing to qualify the fitting design".
If the manufacturer's fittings design have already been proof testing, can I tell the engineering team that the required mechanical test will lead to unnecessary cost ?
Or, am I wrong and it is not because the design of the fitting have been proof testing that other tests should not be conducted?
Thanks in advance for your time.
Best,
Fady
I received a specification that asks for several mechanical tests to be done on the BW fittings that we would like to purchase (Tensile Tests, Charpy Impact Tests, Hardness Tests).
The fittings will be designed according to ASME B16.9 which says that "Proof tests shall be made as set forth in this standard when the manufacturer chooses proof testing to qualify the fitting design".
If the manufacturer's fittings design have already been proof testing, can I tell the engineering team that the required mechanical test will lead to unnecessary cost ?
Or, am I wrong and it is not because the design of the fitting have been proof testing that other tests should not be conducted?
Thanks in advance for your time.
Best,
Fady
