Sets out performance requirements and tests for welding of steel rail. Gives detailed requirements for flash butt welding, aluminothermic welding and metal arc welding (for repairs). Qualification of the welding procedure is covered, including criteria for requalification when parameters are changed. Test methods are given in appendices.
AS 1085.20:2012 history
2020AS 1085.20:2020 Railway track materials, Part 20: Welding of steel rail