Federal Register #2026-15580

PHMSA Pipeline Safety Standards Update Incorporating ASTM F1055, D2513, and F2767

The Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has issued a regulatory update regarding pipeline safety standards. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) - Regulatory Update Details: - Amends pipeline safety regulations at 49 CFR Part 192 - Incorporates by reference the latest editions of key industry standards: - ASTM F1055: Standard for Electrofusion Type Polyethylene Fittings - ASTM D2513: Standard for Polyethylene Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings - ASTM F2767: Standard for Electrofusion Type Polyamide-12 Fittings - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the update applies to all manufacturers and operators subject to these standards - No products or services are being procured; this is a regulatory change - Notable Requirement: - All pipeline operators must comply with the updated ASTM standards for relevant materials and fittings - Affects industry compliance and future procurement/specification of pipeline components

Description

This notice confirms the effective date of a Direct Final Rule (DFR) published by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under the Department of Transportation. The rule amends PHMSA's regulations at 49 CFR part 192 to incorporate by reference the updated industry standard ASTM F1055, which pertains to electrofusion type polyethylene fittings for outside diameter controlled polyethylene and crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) pipe and tubing. The effective date of the rule is January 1, 2027. This update is part of pipeline safety standards.

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