Cianbro team member Mike Moulton performs welding work on the Veranda Street Bridge project in Portland, Maine. Welding, although a common industry practice, is a complex activity requiring careful attention to many details that must be performed by skilled, qualified professionals.
Quality Matters – the Importance of Welding Programs QA/QC n
By Charles Hall
C Cianbro team member Parker Breard welds at the company’s Ricker’s Wharf facility in Portland, Maine. 40
THE CHATTER
ianbro, Starcon, and A/Z routinely perform welding during most construction projects. Welding, although a common industry practice, is a complex activity requiring careful attention to many details that must be performed by skilled, qualified professionals. Welding programs focus on two key elements – Weld Procedure Specifications (WPS) and qualified welders. Both elements of a welding program must be satisfied to properly produce sound welds. Welding must be performed by qualified team members in accordance with a written WPS, following both project