Q: What are the differences between the results you get from a portable alloy verification device and the results you see on a supplier’s certified materials test report (CMTR)?

Q: Can duplex stainless steels be hardfaced without adversely affecting the base material properties?

Q: Is it possible to produce remanufactured cast valve bodies that comply with NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 and NACE MR0103?

Q: In two Materials Q&A columns back in Winter 2010 and Spring 2010, you discussed making flanges from forged bar, and in the Spring column you indicated that it would be interesting to submit an inquiry to ASME regarding the conflicting requirements in the Section II material specifications vs. Section VIII Appendix 2. Was that ever done?