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The importance of ISO 3834 certification
There are many certifications applicable to the welding industry in Australia and across the country. One of the most well-known and widely used certifications is ISO 3834, an international standard that ensures quality is built-in to the welding process to reduce...
A Review on the Optimisation of Welding Processes
The Australian welding industry is thriving thanks to modern advancements in welding tools and technology. Welding management specialists like Technoweld are experts in welding process optimisation, ensuring productive quality welding for projects of all scopes and...
Why Is a Visual Welding Inspection Important?
Visual welding inspections remain incredibly valuable even as modern technology continues to improve. While techniques such as radiographic testing or the ultrasound test play an important, technological role in weld inspection, a visual welding inspection is still...
5 Characteristics of High-Quality Welding Procedure Specifications
All welding industry businesses need to prioritise welding procedure specifications (WPS). So, what are the hallmarks of a top-quality WPS? What factors must be kept in mind when creating a WPS that aims for safety, quality and efficiency? As a leader in welding...
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 Quality Welding Standards and Compliance
Welding is crucial in constructing everything from mining plants and equipment to essential public infrastructure like bridges and road signs. Throughout the entire product cycle of the welding process, from design to inspection, it's imperative to consider all...
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
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...
Difference between welding supervisors & welding inspectors
What is a welding supervisor? A certified welding supervisor is responsible for ensuring compliance of all welding activities. Some of these activities include: applicable safety requirements drawings plans weld procedures standards relevant documents. A...