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Back-To-Basics: Weld Inspection During The Repair Process
I-CAR · November 11, 2019
Summary
This article emphasizes the critical importance of weld inspection during the collision repair process to prevent structural failures. It highlights key defects to watch for, such as porosity, poor penetration, lack of cleanliness, and incomplete welds, while reinforcing the need for practice welds and adherence to OEM procedures.
What to do on the job
Perform practice welds on scrap material from the damaged part before welding the new part, and inspect all welds for porosity, penetration, cleanliness, and completeness before proceeding.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessary labor time for performing practice welds, destructive weld testing, and post-weld inspections as standard quality control steps required for a safe and complete structural repair.
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