All the qualifications are conformed with ASME Section IX,But if any conflict arises with IX and B31.3,in this case B31.3 (CONSTRUCTION CODE) supersede all the requirements.
-- Example Qualification by others is prohibiting by section IX(INTERPRETATIONS IX-95-27 & IX-98-02)
But B31.3 accepting the qualification by others clause 328.2.2(INTERPRETATIONS 31.3-26-34)
Interpretation 26-34
Subject: B31.3-2016, Interpretation of Para. 328.2.2 Ownership of Welding Procedures
Date Issued: April 11, 2018
File: 18-164
Question 1: In accordance with ASME B31.3-2016, may a contractor follow a WPS that has been qualified by another company in accordance with the requirements of para. 328.2.2?
Reply 1: Yes.
Question 2: In accordance with ASME B31.3-2016, does para. 328.2.2 take precedence over the rules of ASME Section IX?
Reply 2: Yes.
IN CASE OF IMPACT TEST THICKNESS FOR PIPING -ASME 31.3 SUPERSEDE THE ALL REQUIREMENTS.(T/2 TO T+6 MM) CHAPTER 3
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