Welding procedure and welder operator qualification tests help ensure that your welders meet the required industry and regulatory standards. Using verbal and written exams either at your facilities or the welding school, confirm your welder’s ability to make welds that meet national and international requirements.
Wherever you are in the world, our team of experienced inspectors are available to witness your welder tests in accordance with:
- EN ISO 9606
- EN 287
- ISO 14732
- ASME IX
- AWS
- Others as agreed
Our materials & welding services
Our team of experts can bring you the assurance you need, from inspecting the steel to qualifying the welders. We can help make sure your materials are safe and the correct procedures are being implemented.
Globally recognised accreditations
LRQA holds a range of accreditations that enable the delivery of services to the materials and welding industry, in line with global and national schemes, codes, standards and regulations including ASME, Pressure Equipment Directive (PED), Indian Boiler Regulations (IBR) and ISO 3834 (welding).
A respected partner
Our inspectors are authorised to undertake reviews in accordance with global and regional industry standards, and we’re accredited by recognised bodies to deliver a range of services, including welding, that follow international best practices.
Compliance & certification services
From EU Directives and National Regulations to international codes and standards – LRQA offers a wide range of services that support your compliance journey.
Supply chain assurance
We can work closely with you to provide services across your supply chain, helping you maintain quality, compliance, and integrity at every stage.
Why work with us?
Global reach, local insight
LRQA offers specialist inspection and assurance services in over 80 countries, helping clients in every sector – including materials and welding - anticipate, mitigate and manage risk. Our team of over 1,500 inspection experts utilises extensive local sector knowledge to help thousands of clients safely and sustainably establish best practices.
Consistent approach
We work side-by-side with you, listening first to gain a comprehensive understanding of your business including its risks, challenges, and welding needs. Using our broad expertise across specialisms and industries, we’ll help you identify areas that need improvement before creating solutions that will support your business. Our continued support helps ensure that your suppliers, equipment, processes, and projects perform in line with expectations and comply with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices.
Flexible delivery
In many cases, our services can be delivered on-site or remotely using safe and secure technology. If you opt for our remote delivery methods, you’ll receive the same high-quality service with several added benefits, including flexibility, fast delivery and access to global expertise.
Total assurance
We’ve led the way in shaping our industry and continue to expand our services and expertise by collaborating with clients, acquiring businesses, and forming new partnerships. The result is a unique and connected portfolio of services – including welding - that can help you ensure complete cyber resilience and product integrity, assure your assets and management systems, navigate the energy transition, and source responsibly.
Are you ready for the next steps?
Our materials & welding services
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