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2G Weld Testing
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2G Weld Testing
A welder performs a horizontal weld for a 2G weld test.

2G Weld Testing

ATS supports the significant career step of 2G weld testing through our approved facilities and certified weld inspectors (CWI). 2G testing refers to a certification test that proves a welder can lay a horizontal weld in a groove joint between two metals. If a welder passes the weld test, they are also certified to perform groove and fillet welds in the flat (first) and horizontal (second) positions.
Clients may request our weld observation and testing services for many reasons, such as vetting potential hires, earning documented certification from the AWS, and testing materials for critical infrastructures and products.
Welding Facility and Inspectors
Our expansive and brightly lit weld facility includes welding booths ideal for weld certification testing. We have the equipment for commonly used welding processes, including GMAW, GTAW, SMAW, and FCAW. If a welder does not bring a test coupon, they can purchase one from our plate and pipe selection for a reasonable fee.
We have a team of welding experts with decades of combined experience. Our staff includes certified inspectors, professional engineers, NDT technicians, and professional welders. Having ample experience and training, they can recognize the proper setup for producing a weld clear of contaminants and scale.
A certified supervisor can determine if a welder uses the appropriate posture when welding in a horizontal position. The inspector can also review the welder’s temperature control and compliance with the Welding Procedure Specification document and industry standards.
Weld Testing and Analysis
After the test, CWIs can analyze the weld at the same facility. Mechanical and nondestructive weld inspections locate defects and inconsistencies, such as incomplete penetration, slag, undercutting, and cracks. These analyses allow an inspector to assess the weld’s characteristics, such as:
  • Ductility
  • Fusion
  • Quality
  • Strength
The ATS weld lab is A2LA-accredited for mechanical and nondestructive tests, including:

A CWI can also test if the weld meets a client’s specifications and the requirements of industry standards from the AWS, ASME, MIL-STD, AMS, and API.

About Applied Technical Services
Founded in 1967, ATS is a growing engineering firm based in the Atlanta area. Our core areas of expertise are consulting engineering, calibrations, testing, and inspections for industries and commercial clients nationwide.
In over fifty years of operation, ATS has cultivated a reputation for high-quality customer service delivered by qualified experts. To that end, we invest in the use of advanced equipment according to the latest standards for accurate and reliable results. We encourage our engineers and technicians to expand their skills through ongoing training and certification. Our dedication to continual improvement extends to our quality management system and laboratory accreditations. To read more about our accreditations, click here.
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Call +1 (888) 287-5227 to schedule a 2G weld test with a certified weld inspector today.

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