AS 3992:2020 - An Update

AS 3992:2020 - An Update on Changes and How Harmonisation Affects Welder, Procedure and Repair Qualifications | Interactive Online Workshop

AS 3992 Pressure equipment - Welding and brazing qualification recently underwent a major update addressing issues not covered in the 2015 update, and harmonises the Australian standard with international standards (specifically ISO 15614-1 and ASME IX) to reflect the changes in the local pressure equipment industry. 

This is highly interactive online workshop that will provide attendees with an update on these changes, highlighting the affect on welder, procedure and repair qualifications.

Most pressure equipment is manufactured off-shore to other standards, which impacts their maintenance and repair. The 2020 update of AS 3992 addresses this reality by adopting changes to accommodate the different fabrication routes, particularly with respect to welder and welding procedure qualifications. Weld procedure qualifications have been modified for specific applications, with some testing formalised, and changes were made to clarify welder qualifications. 

This update also completely revamped Section 8: Procedure qualification for special welds, providing a recommended approach on how to deal with repair welds on service exposed welds. This was inadequately described in the previous editions. Therefore, the 2020 edition of AS 3992 has moved closer to international standards, while addressing the unique challenges that exist in the Australian pressure equipment industry.

Presenter: Louise Petrick (Senior Welding Engineer, Weld Australia)

With over 15 years experience, Louise has extensive experience in the power generation sector, having provided welding and materials support for several power stations throughout her career. Louise holds a Masters of Applied Science in Metallurgy, Welding, Physical Metallurgy, and Corrosion, a Masters of Engineering in Welding, and is an International Welding Engineer (IWE). Louise has extensive experience with Australian Standards, chairing ME-001-15, which is responsible for AS/NZS 3992.

Workshop Logistics

The workshop will run for approximately three hours, and will be hosted via Zoom, with login details supplied at registration. Places are capped strictly at 20 people.

Time quoted is AEDT, check your local time. 

Cost: Weld Australia Members: $150 (inc GST); Non-Members: $200 (Inc GST)