Specialty Welding

Specialty welding technologies and innovative techniques for the energy and industrial sectors

WSI specializes in a comprehensive range of specialty welding services, including maintenance, new construction, shutdown, high-pressure, orbital, and nuclear welding. We extend the life of existing structures, ensure the integrity of new builds, and perform efficient repairs during planned shutdowns to minimize downtime.

Our high-pressure welding ensures reliability for pipelines and pressure vessels, while our orbital welding provides precise, automated welds for critical piping systems. In the nuclear industry, we adhere to stringent safety and quality standards. WSI delivers tailored welding solutions to meet the diverse needs of our industrial and energy sector clients.

Innovative technologies for superior specialized welding solutions

A suite of advanced technologies is used to deliver superior welding solutions. These cutting-edge methods ensure optimal performance, durability, and efficiency in various industrial and energy applications.

Unifuse^®, Unifuse^® 180, Unifuse^® 360: These technologies offer varying degrees of weld metal overlay (WMO) capabilities for corrosion protection and enhancement of boiler components like waterwalls and tubes.
Nozzlefuse^® 180, Nozzlefuse^® 360: Specialized WMO solutions designed for nozzle repair and reinforcement in pressure vessels and piping systems.
Optifuse with NG4 Weld Machines: Advanced automated welding systems that optimize weld quality and efficiency across various applications.
HotPulse^®-enabled orbital welding: A welding technique that utilizes controlled heat pulses to minimize distortion and ensure precise weld quality.
High Velocity Thermal Spray: A thermal spray technology used for applying protective coatings to components exposed to extreme temperatures and corrosive environments.

Specialized techniques for enhanced welding performance

Seamlessly integrating cutting-edge technologies and specialized techniques, WSI deliver customized solutions across all service offerings. Each service area leverages a combination of these advanced methods, tailored to meet specific operational needs and challenges. This approach optimizes asset performance and lifecycle management. By employing these innovative solutions, we ensure enhanced performance, durability, and reliability in the most demanding operational environments.

Automated Weld Overlay: Utilizes automated systems for precise application of WMO, ensuring consistent quality and performance.
Orbital Welding: Enables high-quality welds on pipes and tubes, particularly in critical applications where precision is crucial.
High Velocity Thermal Spray: Applies coatings of molten or semi-molten materials onto surfaces, enhancing resistance to wear, corrosion, and thermal degradation.
Return Bend Welding: Delivers exceptionally high-quality welds for U-bends in heaters and furnaces, significantly enhancing both mechanical and chemical properties to meet stringent industry standards.

Integrated specialty welding solutions for optimal performance

WSI seamlessly integrates its cutting-edge technologies and specialized techniques to deliver customized solutions across all service offerings. Each service area leverages a combination of these advanced methods, tailored to meet specific operational needs and challenges. This approach optimizes asset performance and lifecycle management. By employing these innovative solutions, WSI ensures enhanced performance, durability, and reliability in the most demanding operational environments.