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Hydrostatic Test

Posted: 25 Oct 2010, 03:38
by octane
We have fabricated a pretty long piping designed against ASME B31.3 and hydrostatic testing has been carried out in sections.
Now the piping has been installed in the field and a final hydrostatic testing is required to be carried out. Is it necessary to keep already tested weld joints uninsulated also or just those which have not been tested before?

Re: Hydrostatic Test

Posted: 25 Oct 2010, 04:21
by ashfaqanwer
No. Not required as per ASME B31.3 para 345.3.1.
You can insulate the joints which have been previously tested.

Re: Hydrostatic Test

Posted: 25 Oct 2010, 06:35
by octane
Thanks for the quick response.