Title: Applications Guide for Determining the Yield Strength of In-Service Pipe by Hardness Evaluation : Final Report Author: Edward B. Clark, W. E. Amend ISBN: 0791802914 / 9780791802915 Format: Soft Cover Pages: 144 Publisher: ASME Year: 2009 Availability: Out of Stock
Description
Contents
This Guide describes a complete process for conducting field hardness testing to estimate the yield strength of pipeline steels. The process is non-destructive so it is suitable for in-situ testing on operating pipelines, at pipe storage facilities, or various other locations. It also allows for process variations that are suitable for application in different situations and conditions that may be encountered on a pipeline right-of-way and elsewhere. Field hardness testing is not a “one size fits all” methodology where a single hardness testing methodology is suitable for application in all situations that can be encountered.
References
Appendix A : Yield Strength from Hardness – Additional Background
Appendix B : Field Hardness Tester -- Detailed Information
Appendix C : Selected Industry Codes/Standards
Appendix D : Hardness Test Locations Within a Pipe Length
Appendix E : Hardness Test Procedure Qualification Record (PQR)
Appendix F : Hardness Test Technician Qualification Record (TQR)
Appendix G : Statistical Methods Background
Appendix H : Field Hardness Testing Data Sheet
Appendix I : Effect of Pipe Pressure on Rebound Hardness Tester Results
Appendix J : Surface Roughness Considerations
List of Tables
List of Figures