Tensile Properties
Tensile Testing, also known as tension testing, is a destructive engineering and materials science test whereby controlled tension is applied to a sample either as a load for proof testing or until it entirely fails. Tensile properties indicate how the material will...
Introduction to Destructive Weld Testing
As the name suggests, destructive weld testing involves the physical destruction of a completed weld to evaluate its strength and characteristics. This method of testing is frequently used for the following applications: Welding procedure qualificationSampling...
An Introduction to Mechanical Testing for Welding Procedure Specifications
General: WPS/PQR Qualification aims is 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. WPS/PQR Qualification The...
Third-Party Inspection for Valve
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...
Common WPS Issues
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...
What all Welding Inspectors Should Know About Preheating and Post Weld Heat Treatment
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...
General Visual Inspection of Welds
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,...
How to Perform a Welding Test and Inspection
There are many ways to inspect welds or materials, both destructive and non-destructive. As the name suggests, a destructive welding test involves the physical destruction of the completed weld. This method of testing is used frequently for several...
Third Party Inspections and What it Means?
Modern Third-Party Inspection alludes to independent inspection services provided by inspection agencies. Pittsburgh Mineral & Environmental Technologies (PMET) is one of these agencies. This blog post explains TPI companies, TPI definitions, and TPI...