Finally, a Welding Quality Standard You Can Implement in Hours
If you’ve ever lost a contract because you couldn’t produce the right welding documentation… you know the frustration.
If you’ve ever been buried in rework, scrap, or failed audits… you know the cost.
That’s why we created the Welding Quality Standard Template (WQST) — a complete, editable framework that allows fabricators to:
Comply with customer documentation requirements quickly and confidently.
In just hours, you’ll have a polished, professional Welding Quality Standard ready to show auditors or customers.Even more important: Save money, cut rework, and boost productivity.
When implemented, this standard brings structure to your welding operations — procedures, training, inspections, material control — turning inconsistent practices into predictable, profitable results.
What’s Inside the Template
The WQST comes in both Word and Google Docs formats. It’s fully editable, so you can customize it to your shop’s exact needs.
Color-coded guidance makes it simple:
Red text [ ] = Required input (fill in with your company’s info).
Green text = Examples you can keep or delete.
Blue italic text = Instructions that you’ll remove once complete.
Table of Contents
Document Information
Introduction (Purpose, Scope, Applicability)
Reference Standards (AWS D1.1, D1.6, A2.4, A3.0, etc.)
Quality Policy & Objectives
Roles and Responsibilities
Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
Procedure Qualification Records (PQR)
Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ)
Inspection Procedures
Material Control
PWHT Control (if applicable)
Non-Conformance & Corrective Action
Documentation & Records
Integration with QMS
Appendices (Forms: WPS, PQR, WPQ, NCRs, Inspection Logs, Continuity Log, etc.)
Who It’s For
Fabrication shops that need documentation to win or keep contracts
Welding supervisors, inspectors, and engineers who want consistency
Owners and plant managers who want control, traceability, and profitability
Why It Matters
Most fabricators know they need documentation… but stop short of creating it because it feels overwhelming. The WQST removes the guesswork and hands you a system that is:
Fast to implement (hours, not weeks)
Fully editable and expandable
Aligned with AWS standards
Practical on the shop floor
Launch Week Perks
From Sept 29 – Oct 3, our subscribers will get:
Special launch pricing
Significant bonuses (details announced Monday)
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