Welders & Welding Operators Certification
Competence Verification for Welding Personnel
Welders and Welding Operators set out the general technical requirements for delivering hot rolled structural steel products.Product certification offers an independent check to ensure that structural steel products meet the necessary standards from the Welders and Welding Operators series.This includes checking the material properties, how the products are made, inspections, tests, and the documentation provided.Certification shows that the products meet the required technical standards and gives confidence in their quality and consistency.
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About the Standard
What Welders & Welding Operators?
Welders & Welding Operators is the European standard that sets the general technical requirements for hot rolled structural steel products.It outlines the general rules that apply to structural steel products, including how they are made, checked, labeled, and documented, following the Welders & Welding Operators series.
This standard applies to structural steel used in buildings, bridges, factories, infrastructure, and engineering projects.
It covers the basic rules for steel types, strength, chemical makeup, size limits, testing, and checking, including Mill Test Certificates (MTC), as required by the relevant product standard in the Welders & Welding Operators series.
Welders & Welding Operators is widely accepted by steel makers, structural builders, engineering firms, and construction companies across Europe and around the world.
When products are certified, it means they have been checked independently to make sure they meet the technical standards set by the relevant Welders & Welding Operators product standard.
Why It Matters
Material Quality
Verification of structural steel products against the applicable material quality requirements.
Product Consistency
Promotes consistent material properties and manufacturing quality across production.
Engineering Applications
Applicable to structural steel products used in buildings, bridges, industrial facilities and infrastructure projects.
Inspection Documentation
Provides inspection documentation in accordance with the applicable European Standards.
International Recognition
Recognised throughout the European construction and engineering industries.
Key Requirements of Welders & Welding Operators
EN 10025-1 sets out the general technical requirements for delivering hot rolled structural steel products.It covers things like the material’s properties, how to inspect and test the products, how to track them back to their source, and the necessary documents that need to be provided.
Steel Grades
Conformity with the applicable structutal steel grades specified in the EN 10025 series.
Mechanical Properties
Verification of the specified mechanical properties, incliding strength, ductility and impact toughness were applicable.
Chemical Composition
Verification of chemical composition in accordance with the applicable product standard.
Dimensional Tolerances
Conformity with specified dimensions and tolerances,
Material Traceability
Identification and traceability of materials througout production.
Inspection & Testing
Verification through inspection and testing in accordance with the applicable standards and technical requirements.
Mill Test Certificates
Verification of inspection documents, including Mill Test Certificates (MTC) in accordance with EN 10204 were applicable.
Technical Documentation
Technical documentation and quality records maintained in accordance with the applicable requirements.
Certification Process
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Initial Inquiry
Submit your certification request by providing adequate data, including application form.
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Release of commercial offer
Our experts will review, if required visit the facility and release the commercial offer.
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Order Confirmation
Subject to receipt of PO and commercials.
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Registration
Internal process and audit confirmation.
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Stage -1 Audit and Final certification audit
Subject to successful audit on each stage.
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Report preparation, submission, review, approval and release of certification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is welder certification?
Welder certification is a formal qualification process that verifies a welder’s ability to produce acceptable welds under specified conditions. The qualification is based on defined welding processes, materials, positions, joint types and other applicable variables according to the relevant welding standard.
What standard is used for welder qualification?
EN ISO 9606 is a key standard used for qualification testing of welders performing fusion welding of metallic materials. The applicable part depends on the material being welded. EN ISO 9606-1, for example, covers qualification testing of welders for fusion welding of steels.
What is the difference between a welder and a welding operator?
A welder generally performs manual or partly mechanized welding and directly manipulates the welding equipment or torch. A welding operator or weld setter works with mechanized or automatic welding equipment and may be responsible for setting or controlling welding parameters. ISO 14732 specifically addresses qualification of welding operators and weld setters for mechanized and automatic welding of metallic materials.
What is EN ISO 9606 certification?
EN ISO 9606 certification demonstrates that a welder has successfully completed the applicable qualification testing for fusion welding of metallic materials. The qualification establishes the conditions and range within which the welder is qualified to perform welding.
What is ISO 14732 welding operator certification?
ISO 14732 specifies requirements for qualification testing of welding operators and weld setters involved in mechanized and automatic welding of metallic materials. The current published edition is ISO 14732:2025.
What are the requirements for welder certification?
Welder qualification requirements depend on the applicable standard, welding process, material, product and certification scope. The process can include a practical welding test followed by visual inspection and, where required, non-destructive or destructive testing to determine whether the test weld meets the applicable acceptance criteria.
What welding processes can be covered by welder certification?
Welder qualification can cover different welding processes depending on the applicable standard and certification scope. Common processes include manual and partly mechanized fusion welding processes such as MMA/SMAW, TIG, MIG/MAG and other applicable welding processes.
What tests are required for welder qualification?
The required tests depend on the applicable qualification standard and welding application. A practical welding test is performed under specified conditions, followed by the required examination and testing. This may include visual testing, radiographic or ultrasonic testing, bend testing or other applicable examinations.
How long is a welder certificate valid?
The validity and continuation of a welder qualification depend on the applicable standard, certification scheme and continuity requirements. Welders may need to demonstrate continued performance within the qualified scope, while renewal or requalification may be required when specified conditions are not maintained.
What is the difference between welder qualification and welding procedure qualification?
Welder qualification demonstrates the competence of the person performing the welding, while welding procedure qualification demonstrates that a welding procedure can produce a joint meeting the specified requirements. Welder qualification is commonly associated with EN ISO 9606, while welding procedure qualification is addressed by standards such as EN ISO 15614.
Is welder certification required for EN 1090?
Welder qualification can be an important requirement for organizations carrying out welding under EN 1090. The applicable requirements depend on the execution class, welding processes, materials, product scope and other applicable requirements.
Is welder certification required for EN ISO 3834?
Qualified welding personnel are an important part of welding quality control under EN ISO 3834. Depending on the applicable quality level and product requirements, organizations need appropriate qualification and competence of welders and welding operators.
What is EN 13067 welding certification?
EN 13067 is associated with qualification and certification of personnel involved in welding thermoplastics. It is applicable to welding personnel working with thermoplastic materials where the relevant product, project or regulatory requirements call for qualified personnel. PZVAR lists EN 13067 within its welding personnel certification scope.
What is EN ISO 13585 certification?
EN ISO 13585 specifies qualification requirements for brazers and brazing operators. It is relevant to personnel performing brazing activities where qualified personnel are required by applicable standards, specifications, regulations or contractual requirements. PZVAR lists EN ISO 13585 within its certification scope for brazing personnel.
How can I obtain welder or welding operator certification?
To obtain certification, the applicable welding standard, process, material and qualification scope are first identified. The candidate then performs the required qualification test under controlled conditions. The test piece is examined and tested according to the applicable standard, and certification is issued when the required acceptance criteria are successfully met.
Why is certified welding personnel important?
Certified welding personnel help manufacturers demonstrate that welding activities are performed by qualified and competent individuals. This supports welding quality, traceability, compliance with applicable standards and customer requirements, and can help reduce welding defects and rework.
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