Important: Follow These Instructions Carefully

Proper preparation and shipping of your weld test coupons is critical for accurate testing and timely processing. Please review all instructions before shipping your samples.

Test Coupon Preparation

Perform test weld according to your approved Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)

Ensure complete joint penetration for groove welds

Remove any temporary backing or backing strips as required

Proper Labeling

Consider Insurance for Valuable Shipments

Include These Documents

Labeling Method: Use permanent marker, metal stamps, or adhesive labels that won't come off during shipping. Attach labels to the base metal, NOT on the weld itself.

Company Name - Your business name

Include Tracking Number in Your Record

Each test coupon MUST be clearly labeled with:

Welder Name/ID - Full name or employee ID

Required Documentation

Quick Reference Checklist

Document Protection: Place all paperwork in a clear plastic bag to protect from moisture during shipping.

Welding Process - SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, etc.

Prevent movement during shipping

Test Position - 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, or 3G/4G

Wrap each coupon individually

Copy of WPS - The Welding Procedure Specification used for the test

Date Welded - MM/DD/YYYY format

Base Metal - Steel type and thickness

Safe Packaging

Completed Test Request Form - Available from WeldCertTest upon quote acceptance

Recommended Materials:

Contact Information - Primary contact name, phone, and email

Special Instructions - Any specific testing requirements or notes

Protection Steps:

Do not use oil or grease to prevent rust. Clean, dry specimens ship better and are easier to handle in the lab.

For security and logistics reasons, we provide the specific shipping address and any special delivery instructions after your quote is accepted and testing is scheduled.

Questions About Shipping?

Our team is here to help ensure your test coupons are prepared and shipped correctly. Contact us if you need clarification on any of these instructions.

Welding Requirements

Bend Test Specimens:

• Minimum 6" length for cutting specimens

Allow weld to cool completely before cutting or handling

Required Labeling Information

Shipping Information

Packaging Guidelines

Sturdy cardboard box or wooden crate

Important:

Bubble wrap or foam padding

Packing peanuts or paper fill

Mark package "FRAGILE - TEST SPECIMENS"

Shipping Details

Shipping address will be provided upon service confirmation.

Test welds completed per WPS

Notify WeldCertTest When Shipped

UPS Ground or Next Day

USPS Priority Mail

FedEx Ground or Express

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Sample Size Requirements

• Width per test plate specification

• Include full weld cross-section

Radiographic Testing:

• Minimum 6" weld length

• Clean weld surface for inspection

• Remove any spatter or slag

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Coupons properly labeled

Documentation prepared and protected

Secure packaging and padding

Shipping address confirmed

Tracking Number Recorded

WeldCertTest notified of shipping

Copy of shipping receipt filed

Expected delivery date noted

Follow up if delivery issues arise

Preparing & Shipping Your Weld Test Plate

Expert AWS D1.1 WeldCertTest Step-by-step instructions to ensure your test coupons arrive safely at WeldCertTest