As a standard for shop and field welding of steel bridges, the AWS D1.5 code outlines the requirements to ensure welded structures’ safety, durability, and quality. Preparing a Procedure
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Learn how to perform key tasks in the steel industry.
Thermal spray coatings (metallizing), an innovative process that involves the application of metallic coatings to various surfaces, has been a game-changer in enhancing the durability of materials. This article
New construction and rehab steel projects present certain areas where accessibility constraints hamper proper surface preparation before the application of protective coatings. Steel designs with hard-to-reach areas such as
Paint failures can be frustrating and expensive to fix, especially if they happen shortly after a new paint job. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to prevent
The first step should be familiarizing yourself with the new or rehab project requirements. The structural steel project specification as well as the IFC and erection drawings should contain
The welding consumables identification system is not the simplest to interpret. Sometimes, key welding project requirements are missed due to the complexity of their identification systems and the absence
A non-conformance report or NCR is a document that identifies and reports any discrepancies between the actual condition of a product, service, or process and the requirements defined by
A Mill Test Certificate (MTC), or Mill Test Report (MTR), is issued by a manufacturer to certify the chemical and mechanical features of a product and its compliance with