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AWS D1.2/D1.2M: Structural Welding Code— Aluminum

Publication Date: Jan 1, 2008
SDO: AWS: American Welding Society
 DOD Adopted   ANSI Approved Approved

This code contains the requirements for fabricating and erecting welded aluminum structures. When this code is stipulated in the contract documents, conformance with all provisions of the code shall be required, except those provisions that the Engineer or contract documents specifically modifies or specifically exempts.

Safety and health issues and concerns are beyond the scope of this standard and therefore are not fully addressed herein. Safety and health information is available from other sources, including, but not limited to, ANSI Z49.1, Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Limitations. This code is not intended for specialized fabrication such as pressure vessels or pressure piping.

Alternate Requirements. Alternate requirements from those in this code shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval. These requirements shall be based on experience, experimental evidence, or engineering analyses, and shall consider materials, loads, and environment.

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