What do you think of when you hear the term “welding”? You may think of different weld types and weld preparation—equipment like a welding machine. Welding machines offer enhanced control, precision, and efficiency to ensure reliable, high-quality welds. However, these machines also require care and maintenance. A regular welding machine…
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In the U.S., the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the source of many rules and guidelines intended to protect workers from job-related hazards across virtually all industries. Some of the rules apply to dangerous jobs like hot work—such as welding and cutting—required for activities as diverse as bio-pharmacy,…
Every weld receives a visual inspection. It could be as simple as the welder looking at the weld and deciding that it’s fine. However, the term “welding visual inspection” generally refers to a formal qualification process designed to certify the weld and catch unsatisfactory welding. In pipe work, the finalized…