Technical Standards Notices
AWS TECHNICAL STANDARDS NOTICES


NEW STANDARDS PROJECTS
Development work has begun on the following new or revised standards. Directly and materially affected individuals are invited to contribute to the development of such standards. Those wanting to participate may contact the Staff Engineer listed with the document.

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A5.1/A5.1M:20XX,   Specification for Carbon Steel Electrodes for Shielded Metal Arc Welding
This specification establishes the  requirements for classification of carbon steel electrodes for shielded metal arc welding.
Stakeholders:  Welding Industry
Revised Standard:  Rakesh Gupta  x301

B2.1/B2.1M:2009-ADD1Specification for Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification
This specification provides the requirements for qualification of welding procedure specifications, welders, and welding operators for manual, semiautomatic, mechanized, and automatic welding. The welding processes included are electrogas welding, electron beam welding, electroslag welding, flux cored arc welding, gas metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, laser beam welding, oxyfuel gas welding, plasma arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, stud arc welding, and submerged arc welding. Base metals, filler metals, qualification variables, welding designs, and testing requirements are also included.
Stakeholders:  Navy, Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Addenda:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-003:2002 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Metal Arc Welding (Short Circuiting Transfer Mode) of Galvanized Steel (M-1), 18 through 10 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding galvanized steel in the thickness range of 18 through 10 gauge, using semiautomatic gas metal arc welding (short circuiting transfer mode). It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove welds and fillet welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-004:2002 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Metal Arc Welding (Short Circuiting Transfer Mode) of Carbon Steel (M-1, Group 1), 18 through 10 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.  
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding carbon steel in the thickness range of 18 through 10 gauge, using semiautomatic gas metal arc welding (short circuiting transfer mode). It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-8-005:2002 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Metal Arc Welding (Short Circuiting Transfer Mode) of Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8, P-8, or S-8), 18 through 10 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 18 through 10 gauge, using semiautomatic gas metal arc welding (short circuiting transfer mode). It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1/8-006:2002 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Metal Arc Welding (Short Circuiting Transfer Mode) of Carbon Steel to Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-1 to M-8, P-8, or S-8), 18 through 10 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding carbon steel to austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 18 through 10 gauge, using semiautomatic gas metal arc welding (short circuiting transfer mode). It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds. 
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-007:2002 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of Galvanized Steel (M-1), 18 through 10 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding galvanized steel in the thickness range of 18 through 10 gauge using manual gas tungsten arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-008:2002 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of Carbon Steel (M-1, P-1, or S-1), 18 through 10 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding carbon steel in the thickness range of 18 through 10 gauge using manual gas tungsten arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-8-009:2002 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8, P-8, or S-8), 18 through 10 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 18 through 10 gauge using manual gas tungsten arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1/8-010:2002 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of Carbon Steel to Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-1, P-1, or S-1 to M-8, P-8, or S-8), 18 through 10 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding carbon steel to austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 18 through 10 gauge, using manual gas tungsten arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-011:2002 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Galvanized Stainless Steel (M-1), 10 through 18 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding galvanized steel in the thickness range of 10 through 18 gauge, using manual shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-012:2002 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Carbon Steel (M-1, P-1, or S-1 to M-1, P-1, or S-1), 10 through 18 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding galvanized steel in the thickness range of 10 through 18 gauge, using manual shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-8-013:2002 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/ P-8/S-8, Group 1), 10 through 18 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 18 through 10 gauge using manual shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1/8-014:2002 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Carbon Steel to Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-1 to M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 10 through 18 Gauge, in the As-Welded Condition, with or without Backing.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding carbon steel to austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 10 through 18 gauge using manual shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet welds and groove welds.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-8-024:2001 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/16 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, ER3XX, As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/16 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet and groove welds. This WPS was developed primarily for plate and structural applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-025:2001 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding followed by Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, ER3XX and E3XX-XX, As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding followed by shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet and groove welds. This WPS was developed primarily for plate and structural applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-210:2001 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding with Consumable Insert Root of Carbon Steel (M-1/P-1/S-1, Group 1 or 2), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, INMs-1 and ER70S-2, As-Welded or PWHT Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for carbon steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding with consumable insert root. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove welds. This WPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-211:2001 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding with Consumable Insert Root followed by Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Carbon Steel (M-1/P-1/S-1, Group 1 or 2), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, INMs-1, ER70S-2, and E7018, As-Welded or PWHT Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for carbon steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding with consumable insert root, followed by shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove welds. This WPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-8-212:2001 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/16 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, ER3XX, As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/16 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet and groove welds. This WPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-8-214:2001 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding followed by Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, ER3XX and E3XX-XX, As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding followed by shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for fillet and groove welds. This WPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-8-215:2001 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding with Consumable Insert Root of Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, IN3XX and ER3XX, As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding with consumable insert root. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove welds. This WPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-8-216:2001 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding with Consumable Insert Root followed by Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, IN3XX, ER3XX, and E3XX-XX, As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding with consumable insert root. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove welds. This WPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1/8-227:2002 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding of Carbon Steel (M-1/P-1/S-1, Groups 1 or 2) to Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/16 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, ER309(L), As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for carbon steel to austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/16 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove and fillet welds.  This SWPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1/8-228:2002 (R20XX)Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Carbon Steel (M-1/P-1/S-1, Groups 1 or 2) to Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, E309(L)-15, -16, or -17, As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding carbon steel to austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove and fillet welds. This SWPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1/8-229:2002 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding followed by Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Carbon Steel (M-1/P-1/S-1, Groups 1 or 2) to Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, ER309(L) and ER309(L)-15, -16, or -17, As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding carbon steel to austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding followed by shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove and fillet welds. This SWPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1/8-230:2002 (R20XX), Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding with Consumable Insert Root of Carbon Steel (M-1/P-1/S-1, Groups 1 or 2) to Austenitic Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/16 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, IN309 and ER309(L), As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding carbon steel to austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/16 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding with consumable insert root. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove welds. This SWPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1/8-231:2002 (R20XX),   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding with Consumable Insert Root followed by Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Carbon Steel (M-1/P-1/S-1, Groups 1 or 2) to Austenitic Stainless Stainless Steel (M-8/P-8/S-8, Group 1), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, IN309, ER309, and E309-15, -16, or -17, or IN309, ER309(L), and ER309(L)-15, -16, or -17, As-Welded Condition.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for welding carbon steel to austenitic stainless steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual gas tungsten arc welding, with consumable insert root, followed by shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and the allowable joint designs for groove welds. This SWPS was developed primarily for pipe applications.
Stakeholders:  Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
Reaffirmed Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-302:20XXStandard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS) for Naval Applications Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Carbon Steel (S-1), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, MIL-7018-M, As-Welded or PWHT Condition, Primarily Plate and Structural Naval Applications.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for carbon steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch, using manual shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and joint designs for fillet welds, partial penetration groove welds, full penetration groove welds with backing, and full penetration welds that are welded from both sides. This SWPS-N was developed primarily for naval applications that require performance to NAVSEA Technical Publication S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248, Requirements for Welding and Brazing Procedure and Performance Qualification.
Stakeholders:  Navy, Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
New Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

B2.1-1-312:20XX,   Standard Welding Procedure Specification (SWPS)  for Naval Applications Shielded Metal Arc Welding of Carbon Steel (S-1), 1/8 through 1-1/2 inch Thick, MIL-7018-M, As-Welded or PWHT Condition, Primarily Pipe for Naval Applications.
This standard contains the essential welding variables for carbon steel in the thickness range of 1/8 through 1- 1/2 inch, using manual shielded metal arc welding. It cites the base metals and operating conditions necessary to make the weldment, the filler metal specifications, and joint designs for fillet welds, full penetration groove welds with backing, and joints welded from both sides. This SWPS-N was developed primarily for naval applications that require performance to NAVSEA Technical Publication S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248, Requirements for Welding and Brazing Procedure and Performance Qualification.
Stakeholders:  Navy, Manufacturers, welders, CWIs, engineers
New Standard:  Selvis Morales  x313

C5.2:2001 (R20XX),   Recommended Practices for Plasma Arc Cutting and Gouging.
This reaffirmed recommended practice provides information regarding current practices for plasma arc cutting and gouging. The document explains the basic principles of operation, methods of operation, system components and their installation, optimization of cut quality, and cost considerations. Safety aspects associated with the process are also discussed.
Stakeholders:  The arc welding and cutting industry
Reaffirmed Standard:  Matthew Rubin  x215

C5.3:2000 (R20XX),   Recommended Practices for Air Carbon Arc Gouging and Cutting.
This publication establishes a method of conveying to the welder/operator the proper setup and use of air carbon arc gouging and cutting. Instructions and procedures are supplied in detail so the welder/operator can establish the correct air pressure, amperage, voltage, and techniques.
Stakeholders:  The arc welding and cutting industry
Reaffirmed Standard:  Matthew Rubin  x215

C5.5/C5.5M:20XX,   Recommended Practices for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding.
This document is designed to assist anyone who is associated with gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). This includes welders, welding technicians, welding engineers, quality control personnel, welding supervisors, purchasing personnel, educators, and students. This document discusses welding principles, equipment, gas shielding, and techniques for manual and automatic GTAW. Welding safety, troubleshooting, and related items are included for understanding by all types of personnel in establishing better production welding operations. Educators will find this publication a handy reference for teaching all aspects of gas tungsten arc welding.
Stakeholders:  The arc welding and cutting industry
Revised Standard:  Matthew Rubin  x215

D10.13/D10.13M:2001 (R20XX),    Recommended Practices for the Brazing of Copper Tubing and Fittings for Medical Gas Systems.
This document presents a recommended practice for fabrication and installation of copper tubing used in the distribution of medical gas and vacuum lines in health care facilities. It provides guidance for implementation of the requirements of NFPA 99C, Gas and Vacuum Systems. This Standard does not include qualification procedures for brazing procedures and brazers.
Stakeholders:  Suppliers, fabricators and end users of medical gas copper tubing systems.
Reaffirmed Standard:  Brian McGrath  x311

D14.1/D14.1M:20XXSpecification for Welding of Industrial and Mill Cranes and Other Material Handling Equipment.
Requirements are presented for the design and fabrication of constructional steel weldments that are used in industrial and mill cranes, lifting devices and other material handling equipment. Requirements are also included for modification, weld repair and postweld treatments of new and existing weldments. Filler metal and welding procedure guidelines are recommended for the applicable base metals, which are limited to carbon and low-alloy steels. Allowable unit stresses are provided for weld metal and base metal for various cyclically loaded joint designs.
Stakeholders:  Machinery and equipment industry
Revised Standard:  Matthew Rubin  x215

D15.1/D15.1M:20XXRailroad Welding Specification for Cars and Locomotives.
This specification establishes minimum standards for the manufacture and maintenance of railroad equipment. Clauses 4 through 17 cover the general requirements for welding in the railroad industry. Clauses 18 through 24 cover specific requirements for the welding of base metals thinner than 1/8 in [3 mm].
Stakeholders:  All manufacturers and repair facilities of railroad rolling stock.
Revised Standard:  Matthew Rubin  x215

 


STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC REVIEW
AWS was approved as an accredited standards-preparing organization by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) in 1979. AWS rules, as approved by ANSI, require that all standards be open to public review for comment during the approval process. This column also advises of ANSI approval of documents. The following standards are submitted for public review. A draft copy may be obtained by contacting Rosalinda O'Neill at AWS, Technical Services Business Unit, 550 N.W. LeJeune Road, Miami, FL 33126; telephone (800/305) 443-9353, ext. 451, e-mail: roneill@aws.org.

A5.21/A5.21M:20XX, Specification for Bare Electrodes and Rods for Surfacing – Revised Standard - $27.50. [ANSI Public Review expires 10/11/10.]

 


ISO DRAFT STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC REVIEW
Copiesof the following Draft International Standards are available for review and comment through your national standards body, which in the United States is ANSI, 25 West 43rd Street, Fourth Floor, New York, NY, 10036; telephone (212) 642-4900. Any comments regarding ISO documents should be sent to your national standards body.

In the United States, if you wish to participate in the development of International Standards for welding, contact Andrew Davis at AWS, 550 N.W. LeJeune Road, Miami, FL, 33126; telephone (305) 443-9353 ext. 466, e-mail: adavis@aws.org. Otherwise contact your national standards body.

ISO/DIS 15615, Gas welding equipment – Acetylene manifold systems for welding, cutting and allied processes – Safety requirements in high-pressure devices

 


NEW STANDARDS APPROVED BY ANSI:
None at this time.

 


REVISED STANDARDS APPROVED BY ANSI:
None at this time.

 


REAFFIRMED STANDARDS APPROVED BY ANSI:
B4.0M:2000 (R2010), Standard Methods for Mechanical Testing of Welds. Approval Date: 8/6/10.

 


WITHDRAWN STANDARDS APPROVED BY ANSI:
None at this time.

 


AMENDMENT STANDARDS APPROVED BY ANSI:
None at this time.

 


ADDENDA STANDARDS APPROVED BY ANSI:
None at this time.