49 CFR §179.220-10
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- (a)All joints must be fusion welded in compliance with AAR Specifications for Tank Cars, appendix W (IBR, see § 171.7 of this subchapter). Welding procedures, welders, and fabricators shall be approved.
- (b)Radioscopy of the outer shell is not a specification requirement.
- (c)Welding is not permitted on or to ductile iron or malleable iron fittings.