Welding Capabilities

Welding Excellence at Sypris Technologies

Sypris Technologies offers comprehensive welding and joining capabilities for mission-critical industrial components. Our certified welding processes, experienced technicians, and rigorous quality control procedures ensure consistent, high-quality welds that meet or exceed industry standards and customer specifications.

Welding Processes

Our facilities utilize a range of advanced welding technologies to address diverse joining requirements:

• Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG): For high deposition rates and excellent mechanical properties
• Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG): For precision welding and superior quality
• Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW): For thick section welding with high deposition rates
• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW/Stick): For versatility across various applications
• Submerged Arc Welding (SAW): For high deposition welding of thick components
• Resistance Welding: For rapid joining of sheet metals and similar materials
• Orbital Welding: For high-purity and critical pipe welding applications

Equipment and Capabilities

Our welding facilities feature state-of-the-art equipment for optimal results:

• Multi-process welding power sources with advanced controls
• Robotic welding systems for consistent, repeatable results
• Orbital welding equipment for pipe and tube applications
• Automated welding positioners and manipulators
• Welding fixture design and fabrication capabilities
• Controlled environments for specialty alloy welding
• Post-weld heat treatment facilities

Materials Expertise

We have extensive experience welding a diverse range of materials:

• Carbon and low-alloy steels
• High-strength steels
• Stainless steels (austenitic, ferritic, martensitic, duplex)
• Nickel-based alloys (Inconel, Hastelloy, Monel)
• Aluminum alloys
• Copper and copper alloys
• Dissimilar metal combinations

Quality Assurance

Our comprehensive quality system ensures consistent welding results:

• AWS and ASME certified welders and procedures
• Qualified welding procedure specifications (WPS)
• Procedure qualification records (PQR)
• Welder performance qualification (WPQ)
• Non-destructive testing capabilities (RT, UT, MT, PT, VT)
• Destructive testing when required (bend tests, tensile tests, impact tests)
• Complete documentation and traceability
• Third-party inspection coordination when required

Industries Served

Our welding capabilities support critical components for multiple sectors:

• Energy: Power generation and transmission components
• Oil & Gas: Wellhead equipment, pipeline components, and pressure vessels
• Automotive: Drivetrain components, chassis parts, and structural elements
• Industrial: Heavy equipment, manufacturing machinery, and process equipment
• Defense: Critical components for military applications