For welders, it’s essential to prevent welding defects to ensure the structural integrity and quality of welded joints. Welding defects can weaken the strength of the welded structure and it will more likely break. Here are some key measures and practices to help prevent welding defects: Clean The Base Material Properly clean the base metal…
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Radiography inspection is a more advanced non-destructive testing method as it is able to detect internal discontinuities in both welds and castings, making it ideal for looking at the integrity of a weld joint. In this blog post, we at Code A Weld will discuss the numerous benefits of this process and how it is…
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Welding is an extremely valuable skill which is required in numerous industries, including construction, manufacturing and the automotive. While experience is undoubtedly important for welders, obtaining proper certifications is equally vital. In this blog post, we at Code A Weld will explore the significance of welding certifications for welders. Demonstrating Competence Welding certifications serve as…
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NDT In Manchester In this technology driven world, it is important to pay attention to the safety and reliability of various structures and systems. This is where non-destructive testing (NDT) comes in. NDT encompasses a range of techniques used to assess the integrity and quality of materials, components and structures without causing damage. While NDT…
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Non-destructive testing (NDT) is an essential technique used across various industries to detect flaws and defects in materials, components and structures without damaging them. NDT is crucial in ensuring equipment and structures are safe, reliable and efficient, particularly in the manufacturing, aerospace, oil/gas and construction industries. We at Code a Weld offer NDT in Manchester…
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CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) cards are a type of certification card used in the United Kingdom to indicate that an individual working on a construction site has the required training, qualifications and competence necessary. Their aim is to improve work quality and reduce construction site accidents. CSCS cards are available for various occupations within…
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Mechanical Testing and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) are two methods used to evaluate the properties of materials. While they both serve the same purpose, they differ in their approach, and understanding the differences is crucial for making the right choice when testing materials. Mechanical Testing Mechanical Testing includes applying pressure or force to a substance and…
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The next time you are thinking of welding, consider its history and where it all started. Allow your thoughts to go back to the Iron Age, when humankind discovered how to extract metal from rock, to get a sense of where it all began. Looking at items from that historical period discovered in Egypt and…
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Some firms prefer to recruit welders with a diploma and hands-on experience with soldering, brazing and welding. Other companies are more than happy to take on apprentices. There are various types of welding that you can learn to give your welding career a boost, these include: MIG Welding – This is known as one of…
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Welding is an extremely valuable and sought after skill. Almost every industry requires some form of welding, meaning that welders are spoilt for choice when deciding on an area to specialise in. Here at Code A Weld, we have detailed a few industries that are great when it comes to welding jobs. Please check them…
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