by PMET | Sep 12, 2022 | Resources
General: Welding procedure specifications aim to ensure that the fabricator’s welding procedures are qualified before the job application. We cover the welding jobs performed in the production of platforms and pipelines and other miscellaneous work. Welding procedure...
by PMET | Sep 12, 2022 | Field Inspection, Resources
The Third-Party Inspection for Valve article provides a sample valve inspection and testing procedure in the manufacturing shop. It is particularly suitable for inspecting gates, Globe, Ball, and Check Valves. This article should be reviewed with valve inspection and...
by PMET | Sep 12, 2022 | Field Inspection, Industries, Resources
8 Common Problems with Welding Procedures A successful welding management program is based on well-written welding procedure specifications (WPS). It is the main reason the quality welds are made along with production rates. Surprisingly enough, many fabrication shops...
by PMET | Sep 12, 2022 | Field Inspection, Industries, Resources
When welding some base materials and for some service conditions, preheating and/or post-weld heat treatment may require. These thermal treatments are generally necessary to ensure suitable weld integrity and typically prevent or remove undesirable...
by PMET | Sep 12, 2022 | Field Inspection, Industries, Resources
Visual inspection is probably the most unappreciated and often abused method of welding inspection. Because of its simplicity and the absence of sophisticated equipment, the potential of this method of examination is often underestimated. However,...
