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Archived Rulemaking: Exception From Pressure Testing NonWelded Tie-in Joints

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53-fr-1045.pdf (118.89 KB)

This notice proposes to amend the gas pipeline safety regulations to except non-welded tie-in joints from the pressure test requirements. The regulations currently except welded tie-in joints; and the rationale for this exception applies equally to non-welded tie-in joints.

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