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Whether you are building a high-rise or a home, no construction project is complete without structural welding. Calling it a critical component of construction will not be an understatement, as the longevity of your project depends on the quality of every weld that goes into its making. In fact, weld quality is critical for safety and compliance. That’s why avoiding common welding mistakes is crucial. Even a single one of them can eventually snowball into costly repairs or structural flaws, which can be fatal for the building in question.
At Weld Rich and Steel, we have witnessed the real risks and consequences of working with inexperienced welders. Now we have the expertise to counteract these risks. Here are 5 common structural welding mistakes and how our team can fix them.
Proper welding needs proper prepping. Rushing into a job and welding on surfaces that are not clean and aligned will directly impact its quality. The result? Joints that weaken too quickly, along with structural failures down the line.
How we fix this: Before kickstarting the process of structural welding, our expert welders thoroughly clean the surface, check the fit, and ensure the parts are positioned correctly. This ensures every arc struck does its job.
Stick welding, MIG welding, and TIG welding – these are viable options that work well when used with the right material for the right job. Applying the wrong technique can lead to compromised welds. In fact, using the wrong combination of materials and methods can cause issues such as cracking or warping. There are also greater chances of ending up with welds that do not meet code requirements.
How we fix this: We treat every job with exceptional meticulousness, carefully matching material with technique, taking load requirements, environment, and code specifications into account to ensure every weld is of high quality.
Hiring inexpensive welders might seem budget-friendly, but they tend to be inexperienced. The problem is that unskilled welders, when left unsupervised, are likely to make mistakes that might not be caught until a formal inspection is made. These mistakes include rushed work, uneven welds, and poor bead placement, all of which can cause structural failure.
How we fix this: CWB welding is our forte. Our certified welders ensure every job meets the strictest quality standards. They also double-check each weld to ensure it's flawless.
Cutting corners might seem like a great time-saving exercise for projects on a tight timeline, but skipping inspections can be very costly. Not only is it likely to result in heavy fines, but it might also pave the way for fatal outcomes as your building ages. It is important to nip this issue in the bud by inspecting every weld thoroughly.
How we fix this: To us, safety and compliance are not to be compromised on. Every weld is verified by our team against industry codes and standards to ensure your project passes inspection on the first go.
Though rare, even experienced welders proficient at CWB welding can make mistakes. That is why it is critical to integrate quality checks into the process so the odds of weak spots, porosity, and incomplete penetration are minimized.
How we fix this: Consistent quality checks are part and parcel of our welding process, so you can count on every single weld to be sound, strong, and enduring.
When it comes to structural welding, taking risks should be out of the question. As you can see, even tiny mistakes can have catastrophic consequences. If you do not want to subject your project to delays or dangerous failures, you must partner with an experienced welder like Weld Rich and Steel. Investing in our expertise will benefit your project in more ways than one. Contact us to get the best structural welding in Toronto.