qualification vs certification

Welding qualification and welding certification are two separate processes. The difference between welding qualification and certification is a common source of confusion in the welding industry. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they refer to distinct processes. Welding qualification Welding qualification refers to the process of testing and evaluating a welder’s skills and abilities. […]

welding processes

SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, MCAW and FCAW are different welding processes with different applications. Determining which welding process is used for production is determined by the welding engineer, but choosing which process to test as a welder is based on the type of work that the welder is looking to do.  SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) SMAW, […]

How to become a certified welding company

You may be considering becoming CWB Certified (or CSA W47.1 or 2 Certified) and would like to know what steps to take to become a certified welding company.  This post is intended to help you navigate the possibly confusing world of the Canadian Welding Bureau Group a little bit better. (Disclaimer: things may change, but hopefully […]