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  1. LB_FLO

    Welder Failure Issue

    Thanks for the advice guys. Eye test is the best place to start it would seem. Cheers
  2. LB_FLO

    Welder Failure Issue

    Hello, We have an experienced welder who has recently had a issue with pipe butt welds failing NDT. (Lack of fusion, tungsten ingress) These failures occur in smaller sizes of pipe, 0.5"NB to 2"NB. He has no issue with larger pipe sizes. Material has genereally been 304/316 stainless steel...
  3. LB_FLO

    Weld Repair ASME B31.3

    @DekDee Thanks for your reply. Could you point me in the right direction if the progressive sampling section is not relevant? @weldstaan Each nozzle (18) had up to 12 joints so to start again would of been very time consuming. @DVWE The 100% RT was requested by the customer. It was accepted...
  4. LB_FLO

    Weld Repair ASME B31.3

    Hello experts, I am looking for your thoughts on the amount of times a weld can be repaired. From reading through ASME B31.3 I cannot see any guidance on a specific number. From searching online and through forums the usual answer seems to be initial weld plus 2 repairs is good practice. We...
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