An Introduction to Structural Steel

An Introduction to Structural Steel

Structural steel is used in a variety of sectors such as defence, oil and gas, mining, infrastructureand in the building and construction industries. If welded correctly it is a reliable method of construction, there are many reasons it is so widely used across the...
The Importance of Welding Procedure Specifications

The Importance of Welding Procedure Specifications

  A Welding Procedure Specification, or WPS, is essential to creating consistent, high-quality products with a confidence that they will withstand the expected service conditions. A WPS purpose is to detail proven welding parameters procedures to guide welders as...
Contamination of Stainless Steel during fabrication

Contamination of Stainless Steel during fabrication

Surface contaminants, defects, and contamination arising through fabrication are all potentially detrimental to the oxide film that protects stainless steel. Corrosion can be initiated from the moment stainless steel has been damaged. Therefore, it is imperative that...
The basics of Preheat

The basics of Preheat

Preheating involves the application of heat on a fabrication or component before commencing the welding process. In this blog, we will discuss the basics around welding preheat. Why do we need to preheat? Preheating is used for a number of reasons, including: Avoiding...