What is BS EN 1011-2 - Arc welding of ferritic steels about?
EN 1011 is a European Standard series issued in several parts in order that it may cover the different types of weldable metallic materials and specific welding processes.
BS EN 1011-2 is the second part of the BS EN 101 series that gives guidance for manual, semi-mechanized, mechanized, and automatic arc welding of ferritic steels, excluding ferritic stainless steels, in all product forms.
BS EN 1011-2 is generally applicable to all ferritic steels and is appropriate regardless of the type of fabrication involved, although the application standard can have additional requirements.
Who is BS EN 1011-2 - Arc welding of ferritic steels for?
BS EN 1011-2 on arc welding of ferritic steels is useful for:
- Welding equipment manufacturers
- Welding operators and co-ordinators
- Mechanical engineers
- Construction and automotive industry
- Sheet metal manufacturers
- Manufacturers of pressure vessels
- Aerospace and shipbuilding industry
Why should you use BS EN 1011-2 - Arc welding of ferritic steels?
Arc welding is a fusion welding process used to join metals. An electric arc from an AC or DC power supply creates an intense heat that melts the metal at the join between two metallic materials.
BS EN 1011-2 specifies general guidance for the satisfactory production and control of welds in ferritic steels. Details concerning the possible detrimental phenomena which can occur are given with advice on methods by which they can be avoided.
BS EN 1011-2 covers all types of processes of arc welding of ferritic steels.
As a result, best industry guidance for arc welding of ferritic steels in compliance with BS EN 1011-2 can help achieve the desired quality of welded joints of metallic materials for optimal performance of the end-application.
