by Mags | Feb 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
Ever wondered what a welder must do to get ‘qualified’ to work on a welding project? Basically, a welder must first perform a Welder Qualification Test. This is a practical test to demonstrate the ability to weld to a standard set out in a weld procedure...
by Mags | Jul 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
With rigorous welding standards, regulatory changes, an aging workforce and ever increasing costs, welding contractors need to fully consider the role automatic welding can play. So, what role does automatic welding play in the pipeline industry? Here at IPWL, we...
by Mags | Jan 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
Skilled pipe welders need to adapt to keep pace with advancements in automated orbital welding. However, even with new arc welding technology, traditional orbital welding skills are still in demand. The video clip shows welders during their WPS qualification putting...
by Mags | Jun 16, 2015 | Uncategorized
The Firefly systems were supplied by IPWL’s distributor, Welding Company, Belgium. Click below to watch Firefly in action on the Corrib Gas Pipeline Project: The following article is a detailed account of the challenges faced by this project. Source: World...
by Mags | Mar 29, 2015 | Uncategorized
Skilled yes, experienced yes, reliable yes…but, unfortunately, he won’t last forever! The fear is that when the baby boom generation finally do hang up their welding gloves, there won’t be enough young welders coming through to replace them. With...
by Mags | Mar 29, 2015 | Uncategorized
Developments in welding Article written by Mark Atkinson and Simon Slater of MACAW Engineering UK; and David Teasdale and James Gilliver of National Grid, UK. Historically, the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process has been used for welding of full...
