Why does the IFC 2024 Flammable Liquids Chapter (57) reference ASME B31.9 for leak testing rather than B31.3?

NOTE: If you’re in an INDUSTRIAL facility, especially one with a PSM/RMP-covered process, B31.9 is NOT your piping RAGAGEP!

IFC 5703.6.3 dictates that piping for flammable and combustible liquids must be hydrostatically tested to 150% of the maximum anticipated pressure (or pneumatically tested to 110%). However, it offers a carve-out:

“Unless tested in accordance with the applicable section of ASME B31.9…”

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