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AWS: American Welding Society

Who They Are & What They Create

The American Welding Society (AWS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the science, technology, and application of welding and related joining and cutting processes. AWS publishes codes, standards, and specifications that are widely used to ensure the integrity, quality, and safety of welded products and structures. Their standards cover everything from welding symbols and procedures to welder qualification and inspection criteria.

Industries Supported

AWS standards are vital for industries where welding is a core process, including:

  • Construction & Structural Steel
  • Manufacturing (automotive, aerospace)
  • Pressure Vessels & Piping
  • Shipbuilding
  • Pipelines
  • Robotics & Automation

Detailed History

AWS was founded in 1919 during a critical period following World War I, where welding’s potential as a fabrication method was just beginning to be explored. A small group of experts met to form the American Welding Society with the aim of advancing the art and science of welding. The organization’s early efforts focused on developing a national consensus on welding procedures and training. The need for standardized welding practices became even more critical during World War II for manufacturing ships, tanks, and aircraft. Today, AWS has grown into a global organization, offering certification programs for welders and inspectors and publishing an extensive catalog of standards that are referenced in codes and regulations worldwide.

 

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