SIST EN ISO 9606-4:1999
(Main)Approval testing of welders - Fusion welding - Part 4: Nickel and nickel alloys (ISO 9606-4:1999)
Approval testing of welders - Fusion welding - Part 4: Nickel and nickel alloys (ISO 9606-4:1999)
This standard specifies essential requirements, ranges of approval, test conditions, acceptance requirements and
certification for the approval testing of welder performance for the welding of nickel.
This standard applies to the approval testing of welders for the fusion welding of nickel.
This standard is intended to provide the basis for the mutual recognition by examining bodies for approval relating to
welders' competence in the various fields of application. Tests will be carried out in accordance with this standard unless
more severe tests are specified by the relevant application standard when these are applied.
During the approval test the welder should be required to show adequate practical experience and job knowledge (test
non mandatory) of the welding processes, materials and safety requirements for which he is to be approved; information
on these aspects is given in Annex A.
This standard is applicable when the welder's approval testing is required by the purchaser, by inspection authorities or
by other organizations.
The welding processes referred to in this standard include those fusion welding processes which are designated as
manual or partly mechanized welding. It does not cover fully mechanized and automatic processes (see 5.2).
This standard covers approval testing of welders for work on semi-finished and finished products made from wrought,
forged or cast material types listed in 5.4.
The certificate of approval testing is issued under the sole responsibility of the examiner or examining body.
Prüfung von Schweißern - Schmelzschweißen - Teil 4: Nickel und Nickellegierungen (ISO 9606-4:1999)
In dieser Norm werden die wesentlichen Anforderungen, Geltungsbereiche, Prüfbedingungen und Bewertungsanforderungen sowie die Prüfungsbescheinigung über die durchgeführte Prüfung des Schweißers für Nickelschweißungen festgelegt. Diese Norm gilt für die Prüfung von Schweißern für das Schmelzschweißen von Nickel. Mit dieser Norm ist beabsichtigt, die Grundlage für die gegenseitige Anerkennung von Prüfungen über das Können der Schweißer in den verschiedenen Anwendungsgebieten durch die zuständigen Stellen zu schaffen.
Epreuve de qualification des soudeurs - Soudage par fusion - Partie 4: Nickel et ses alliages (ISO 9606-4:1999)
La présente norme européenne spécifie les prescriptions essentielles à respecter, les domaines de
validité, les conditions de contrôle, d'examen et d'essai, les critères d'acceptation et de notification des
résultats de l'épreuve de qualification de soudeurs sur nickel et ses alliages.
La présente norme européenne s'applique à la qualification des soudeurs pour le soudage par fusion du
nickel et de ses alliages.
La présente norme européenne a pour but de fournir les bases d'un système de reconnaissance
mutuelle de la qualification des soudeurs délivrée par les examinateurs dans les divers domaines
d'application. Les épreuves se dérouleront conformément à la présente norme européenne, sauf si des
conditions plus sévères sont éventuellement exigées par la norme d'application.
Pendant l'épreuve de qualification, il est recommandé de demander au soudeur de faire preuve de son
expérience pratique et de sa compétence technologique (examen non obligatoire) portant sur les
méthodes de soudage, les matériaux et les règles de sécurité applicables à la qualification en cours.
L'annexe A donne des informations sur la partie "Compétence technologique" de l'épreuve.
La présente norme européenne est applicable dans le cas où la qualification du soudeur est requise par
le client, par l'organisme d'inspection ou par une quelconque instance.
Les procédés de soudage concernés par la présente norme européenne sont les procédés de soudage
par fusion manuels ou semi-automatiques à l'exclusion des procédés de soudage totalement mécanisés
ou totalement automatisés (voir 5.2).
La présente norme européenne concerne la qualification des soudeurs travaillant sur des produits finis
ou semi-finis, en matériaux corroyés, forgés ou moulés des types indiqués en 5.4.
La délivrance du certificat de qualification relève de la seule responsabilité de l'examinateur ou de
l'organisme d'examen.
Preskušanje varilcev - Talilno varjenje - 4. del: Nikelj in nikljeve zlitine (ISO 9606-4:1999)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Nov-1999
- Technical Committee
- VAR - Welding
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Dec-1999
- Due Date
- 01-Dec-1999
- Completion Date
- 01-Dec-1999
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard2014/68/EU - Directive 2014/68/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 15 May 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of pressure equipmentOJ Ref: C 293/01 OJ Date: 12-Aug-2016
Not Harmonized97/23/EC - Pressure equipmentOJ Ref: C 210 OJ Date: 22-Jul-2000
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Overview
SIST EN ISO 9606-4:1999 specifies the essential requirements for the approval testing of welders engaged in fusion welding of nickel and nickel alloys. Issued by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST), this international standard defines the approval process, test conditions, and certification necessary to demonstrate welder competence in nickel welding operations. By providing a structured framework for assessment, the standard fosters mutual recognition among examining bodies and helps ensure high-quality welds in critical applications.
Key Topics
- Welding Processes Covered: The standard applies to manual and partly mechanized fusion welding processes for nickel and nickel alloys. Fully mechanized and automatic welding operations are excluded.
- Scope of Approval: It establishes ranges of approval, detailing which welding parameters and joint types qualify under a successful test.
- Test Conditions: Includes requirements related to materials (wrought, forged, or cast), product form (semi-finished or finished), and execution of test pieces.
- Acceptance Criteria: Sets acceptance requirements for visual examination and, if appropriate, additional testing of the welded samples.
- Certification Procedure: The standard outlines the certification process, with the certification issued under the authority of the examiner or examining body.
- Practical Knowledge: Welder performance testing may also assess job knowledge regarding welding processes, characteristics of nickel alloys, and safety precautions, as elaborated in Annex A.
Applications
The approval testing detailed in SIST EN ISO 9606-4:1999 is crucial wherever welders are required to demonstrate their ability to produce sound welds on nickel and nickel alloy components. Typical applications include:
- Industrial Sectors:
- Petrochemical and chemical processing
- Aerospace engineering
- Power generation
- Marine and offshore industries
- Quality Assurance: Used by purchasers, inspection authorities, and regulatory organizations to evaluate and certify welder performance.
- Personnel Qualification: Supports human resources management in welding operations by providing objective assessment benchmarks.
- Safety-Critical Products: Ensures the competence of welders working on components where material integrity and safe operation depend on high-quality fusion welds.
Practical Value
- Consistent Assessment: The standard facilitates uniform welder qualification across organizations and countries, helping employers meet both regulatory and customer-specific requirements.
- Risk Reduction: By setting out clear acceptance and testing procedures, SIST EN ISO 9606-4:1999 helps reduce the risk of welding-related failures in high-stress or safety-sensitive environments.
- Global Recognition: Certifications achieved under this standard are designed for mutual recognition by examining bodies, streamlining the process for welders working internationally.
Related Standards
To ensure comprehensive welder qualification and safety in fusion welding, consider referencing:
- ISO 9606 series: Covers approval testing of welders for various materials, including steel and aluminum.
- ISO 15614: Specification and qualification of welding procedures for metallic materials.
- EN ISO 14731: Welding coordination - Tasks and responsibilities.
- EN ISO 5817: Welded joints - Guidance on quality levels for imperfections.
SIST EN ISO 9606-4:1999 is integral for establishing robust welder approval procedures in nickel welding, directly supporting safety, compliance, and operational excellence in demanding industrial sectors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN ISO 9606-4:1999 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Approval testing of welders - Fusion welding - Part 4: Nickel and nickel alloys (ISO 9606-4:1999)". This standard covers: This standard specifies essential requirements, ranges of approval, test conditions, acceptance requirements and certification for the approval testing of welder performance for the welding of nickel. This standard applies to the approval testing of welders for the fusion welding of nickel. This standard is intended to provide the basis for the mutual recognition by examining bodies for approval relating to welders' competence in the various fields of application. Tests will be carried out in accordance with this standard unless more severe tests are specified by the relevant application standard when these are applied. During the approval test the welder should be required to show adequate practical experience and job knowledge (test non mandatory) of the welding processes, materials and safety requirements for which he is to be approved; information on these aspects is given in Annex A. This standard is applicable when the welder's approval testing is required by the purchaser, by inspection authorities or by other organizations. The welding processes referred to in this standard include those fusion welding processes which are designated as manual or partly mechanized welding. It does not cover fully mechanized and automatic processes (see 5.2). This standard covers approval testing of welders for work on semi-finished and finished products made from wrought, forged or cast material types listed in 5.4. The certificate of approval testing is issued under the sole responsibility of the examiner or examining body.
This standard specifies essential requirements, ranges of approval, test conditions, acceptance requirements and certification for the approval testing of welder performance for the welding of nickel. This standard applies to the approval testing of welders for the fusion welding of nickel. This standard is intended to provide the basis for the mutual recognition by examining bodies for approval relating to welders' competence in the various fields of application. Tests will be carried out in accordance with this standard unless more severe tests are specified by the relevant application standard when these are applied. During the approval test the welder should be required to show adequate practical experience and job knowledge (test non mandatory) of the welding processes, materials and safety requirements for which he is to be approved; information on these aspects is given in Annex A. This standard is applicable when the welder's approval testing is required by the purchaser, by inspection authorities or by other organizations. The welding processes referred to in this standard include those fusion welding processes which are designated as manual or partly mechanized welding. It does not cover fully mechanized and automatic processes (see 5.2). This standard covers approval testing of welders for work on semi-finished and finished products made from wrought, forged or cast material types listed in 5.4. The certificate of approval testing is issued under the sole responsibility of the examiner or examining body.
SIST EN ISO 9606-4:1999 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 03.100.30 - Management of human resources; 25.160.10 - Welding processes; 77.120.40 - Nickel, chromium and their alloys. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN ISO 9606-4:1999 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN ISO 6947:1999, SIST EN 287-1:1996, SIST EN ISO 17639:2022, SIST EN 288-2:1996, SIST EN 24063:1995, SIST EN ISO 3452-1:2021, SIST EN 25817:1996, SIST EN ISO 17636-1:2023, SIST EN 26520:1995, SIST EN ISO 15608:2026, SIST EN ISO 17636-2:2023, SIST EN ISO 17637:2017, SIST EN ISO 5173:2023, SIST EN ISO 9017:2018, SIST EN ISO 23277:2015. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN ISO 9606-4:1999 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/68/EU, 97/23/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/071. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-1999
Preskušanje varilcev - Talilno varjenje - 4. del: Nikelj in nikljeve zlitine (ISO 9606-
4:1999)
Approval testing of welders - Fusion welding - Part 4: Nickel and nickel alloys (ISO 9606-
4:1999)
Prüfung von Schweißern - Schmelzschweißen - Teil 4: Nickel und Nickellegierungen
(ISO 9606-4:1999)
Epreuve de qualification des soudeurs - Soudage par fusion - Partie 4: Nickel et ses
alliages (ISO 9606-4:1999)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 9606-4:1999
ICS:
03.100.30 Vodenje ljudi Management of human
resources
25.160.10 Varilni postopki in varjenje Welding processes
77.120.40 Nikelj, krom in njune zlitine Nickel, chromium and their
alloys
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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