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February 2026
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The Critical Need to Train Welders in Welding Inspection
In today’s highly competitive manufacturing world, the relationship between production and quality departments is pivotal to a company’s overall success. Nowhere is this more pronounced than in welding operations, where the quality and integrity of every weld joint can directly impact product safety, customer satisfaction, and a company’s reputation.
see moreCWI Corner - Meet Dave Lynnes
Dave Lynnes was looking for a potential career path; instead, he discovered a lifelong passion for welding that has led to a rich life centered around the craft. That passion had grown into a family legacy, three welding schools, and a nearly 40-year career that encompasses years of hard work and dedication.
see moreCadmium Application on Welds for Enhanced Corrosion Protection
If you’ve ever inspected a weld exposed to salty air, acidic fumes, or a marine environment, you know that corrosion doesn’t play fair. It starts slow, hidden beneath a layer of oxide, and before you know it, that perfect weld is under attack.
see moreThe Role of Ethics: Lessons Learned at Every Stage
As someone who’s spent years in the welding and nondestructive examination field, I’ve seen my responsibilities evolve dramatically. When I began my career as a technician, my days were filled with hands-on testing and applying procedures precisely as taught.
see moreThe Answer Is
Q: I was hoping you could offer some suggestions regarding a few concerns I have with my job. I feel overwhelmed by having too little time to attend to all the tasks I am expected to perform, as well as by performing tasks for which I feel unqualified.
see moreHow Videoscope Technology Is Transforming Weld Inspection
In industries where reliability and precision are non-negotiable, the ability to inspect internal components without dismantling equipment has become a defining advantage. Videoscope inspections have moved from being a specialized convenience to a foundational pillar of modern asset integrity and maintenance strategies.
see moreAI and the Inspector’s Eye
Imagine an inspector on an offshore platform. The year is 2030, and a drone navigates a structure called the flare boom to detect structural anomalies. The drone utilizes sensors that process terabytes of data, which are sent to a small console.
see moreField Judgment in the Age of AI
The world of industrial inspection is entering a new phase, one defined not by tools or trade alone but by how we think, assess, and adapt. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a concept on the horizon; it is a reality. It is here, operating alongside inspectors in real time.
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