Welding Procedure Qualification Support
Welding Procedure Qualification Support helps organizations develop, test, and document the specific welding procedures required for their projects. We assist in ensuring your procedures are sound and compliant with industry codes.
Who is this service for?
This service is for businesses starting new projects, developing new Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), or needing to formally qualify their welding processes before bidding on or starting code-restricted work.
What Arclabs ATI Provides
We provide expert guidance, testing of weld samples, and the formal documentation required for Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
Codes, Standards, and Use Cases
We support procedure qualification across major welding codes, including AWS, ASME, and API.
Locations Served
Procedure qualification support is available through our locations in South Carolina and Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a WPS?
A Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) is a formal written document describing welding procedures, which provides direction to the welder or welding operators for making sound and quality production welds.
What is a PQR?
A Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) is a record of the welding data used to weld a test coupon and the test results, proving that the WPS produces acceptable welds.
Can you help us write a WPS?
Yes, our experts can consult and assist your organization in developing and qualifying a WPS tailored to your specific application.
How to schedule or learn more
To schedule welding procedure qualification support or learn more about how we can support your team, please contact us today.