How the Metallurgy of 304 and 316 stainless steels affect welding

In our previous post, we introduced the basics of weldng austenitic stainless steels (304, 304L, 316, and 316L). Now, let’s dive deeper into the metallurgy of these alloys. Understanding their composition and grain structure is crucial for achieving sound, high-quality welds. This knowledge empowers welding professionals to make informed decisions about welding processes, filler metals, […]

7 Areas of Study for Aspiring Welding Engineers

Welding engineering is a complex field that requires expertise in many different engineering disciplines.  The welding engineer must take advanced courses in metallurgy (including welding metallurgy), material science, mechanics of materials, thermodynamics, chemistry and fundamentals of all welding processes.  Welding engineers are tasked with many different activities which include but are not limited to:   […]