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This PWHT appears to be a code requirement based on thickness. You should insure that there are no "service" related requirements for PWHT before employing any type of local PWHT. Local PWHT for service is usually a bit more complex than a standard local PWHT for code compliance.
Once again, review your jurisdictional requirements before you make any costly decisions. The following article is very helpful if your laws are similar to those in Texas.
http://www.codeprep.com/ed_nbic_vs_api.htm
If there are no jurisdictional requirements, then the vessel may be repaired "in house" according to API 510. API 510 refers to ASME Sect VIII and has a lot in common with the NBIC repair code. If your site has adopted API 510 then there shouldn't be a problem performing the repair. You...
How thick is the part under test? Equotip recommends that you develop a conversion for thinner materials by averaging five Etip readings and comparing them to a more reliable indention type tester (TeleBrinell)on similar thickness material. Over the years we have found the Etip to produce very...
