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Example of a specimen created undergoing a procedure before and after results visual in reports as mentioned in *3*.

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This visual document include only the before welding procedures done. Be aware there remains a during welding and after welding stage of review.

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WPS documents vary in information based on the weld technique used; here is an example of a WPS document not completed.

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WPS:
Singular or multiple documents that are used as guides for those in the welding industry that contain information of procedures and materials used during the time of weld to recreate later on for mass production if needed. Before these documents are made they must undergo PQR.

PQR:
PQRs are evidence in the field proving a weld is acceptable for production and a preliminary set of procedures and materials have been  established before the weld.

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With WPS documents needing for creation this causes time to be used before reports are done. Welders can go with pre-existing WPS documents for the welding technique they are using; however, this method requires the entity to study the WPS document being used so proper procedure is done.

Variation:
Dependent on the weld technique used by the entity determines the procedures done. As WPS documents require specific information for a weld to be approved and reports include only a select information a possibility of lessening questions may be a possibility.

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Upside:
1.) Having required information before performing a procedure to create a strong weld is a positive way to ensure safety.
2.) Helps readers understand how procedures are done and help farther down the road to evolve the WPS created.
Downside:
1.) WPS slows down production of welds in companies due to the amount of information that must be answered, inspected, and prepared for the weld. A shortened up specifications document can help.
2.) WPS documents are made by companies or experienced entities in the field and using their WPS document leads to the ability of those who use these are able to create the creator's weld. Information missing as in equipment, surfaces, joint angles can lead to flaws by the other user. Improvement of  reports done by including additional WPS document specifications within reports to help readers better understand all procedures done and how the specimen is made to prevent incorrect use of WPS documents.

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Welds undergo various procedures before the weld is touched; after analyzing reports here are five obligatory moves I found below.

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Methods:
All entities performing the procedure explain the steps used in testing their specimen. Explaining twists, bends, or any other tests were performed during the weld.

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Images:
Pictures of the specimen before and after the procedure are done creating a visual representation. Also reports incorporate important parts of their WPS document to provide proof they are following proper procedures.

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WPS document:
The structure of the reports are set up similar to a WPS document; Before welding, during welding, and after welding.

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Measurements:
Dimensions of the length and thickness of the metal they are performing the procedure on.

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Material:
Reports include the type of metal or metals they will be performing the procedure on.

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What are Welding Procedure Specification documents and Procedure Qualification Records?

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What are Welding Procedure Specification documents and Procedure Qualification Records?

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Quick summary of WPS and PQR --->

For more in depth definitions please use link shown.

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WPS and PQR Demystified : Resources : American Welding Society

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WPSs and PQRs are the blueprints for creating welds in a repeatable, efficient, and safe manner. However, they are often overlooked. Get familiar with what they are and how they’re used to ensure there are no surprises when using them at work or on the CWI exam.

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Welding reports varied with information on tool structure, cleanliness of facility, weld grooves, and surfaces as WPS documents would include. While the WPS is a separate piece from the report there are select questions that are a necessity to add while others are not in a report it seems. Recommended voltage use is informed differently; as reports use a range for the voltages used and the others use precise voltages in procedures done.

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*2* Circulation of reports and WPS documents by welders

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*2* Circulation of reports and WPS documents by welders

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Reports done by the entities of doing welds can be found online at scholarly cites or found in college's archives of previous student/professor's work. Majority of WPS documents are created by welding companies or can be created by the entity performing the work with appropriate experience; which can be found online in reports done by welders at scholarly cites or colleges or cites offering WPS documents, but these documents are usually used to satisfy requirements. These documents aren't limited to those who created them; they're available to other companies and entities that want to mimic a weld.

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Welding is an endless evolving trade that is proven to be high in demand over the years, but the simple has become complex. The fusion of two metals can no longer meet demands and require new advanced welding techniques as a necessity to weld multiple metals together to form a stronger weld. With that in mind, welders must create WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) documents helping others in their field mimic their weld, but creating these documents aren't that easy. A PQR is required to be done in order for verification of said documents. Analyzing reports done by various students and professors working in the general field of welding; distinguishably these reports are structurally following guidelines under WPS documents and will be the main focus today.

Intrigued in this field; I hope to learn the fundamentals of WPS documents to get a better understanding of the purpose why these documents are used in reports and the PQR they must undergo before being created.

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Those working in this trade follow the guidelines of WPS documents when producing pre-existing welds or creating new welds themselves; when producing reports on the procedures done themselves they focus on required information before, during, and after a weld based off WPS requirements in their reports. Produced reports are peer-reviewed before and during the time of the weld to receive approval of operation for proper procedure measures. (WPS document provided below)