Flat head UG-34(d)(1), (2) or (3): forge vs cold formed 1

Standard Designation: BPV Section VIII Div 1
Edition/Addenda:
Para./Fig./Table No:
Subject Description: Section VIII, Division 1, UG-79 and UCS-79
Date Issued: 02/15/1989
Record Number: BC88-472
Interpretation Number : VIII-1-89-74
Question(s) and Reply(ies):

Question (1): Heads are being fabricated from materials listed in Section II by a gradual pressing and spinning process. Does UG-79(a) require any mechanical testing to be performed to demonstrate the properties of the material have not been unduly impaired?

Reply (1): No.

Question (2): Is it necessary to heat treat formed heads fabricated from carbon or low alloy steels?

Reply (2): See the requirements of UCS-79(d).