The Advantages and Disadvantages of Common Pipe Fabrication Materials
There are many common metal alloys used for pipe fabrication in modern industrial manufacturing, each presenting unique advantages and disadvantages. Chrome, carbon steel, nickel, titanium, and stainless steel are all examples of materials which are frequently utilized throughout a wide spectrum of applications, depending on their individual physical properties. Many common traits exist between alloys, […]
A Manufacturing Approach to Fabrication
At STI Group we are always looking for ways to bring even better value and quality to our clients. That is particularly true when it comes to our industrial fabrication services which are at the core of our mission to serve America’s energy sector. In accordance with our philosophy of management and leadership we have […]
Why ASME Certification Is Important for Pipe Fabrication
Selecting an industrial services company for pipe fabrication is one of the most important decisions a company can make with regard to the safety and quality of their pipeline project. However, it may also be a difficult decision to reach since each potential company will likely be presenting themselves in the most favorable way possible. […]
The Main Advantages of Shop Fabrication for Industrial Piping
For some projects industrial piping is fabricated on-site in close proximately to where it will be installed. However, more often it is fabricated off-site in an industrial fabrication facility and then shipped to the worksite in large pipe spools that can be easily fitted together and installed. This shop fabrication offers many significant advantages that […]
Welding Processes: A Closer Look at GTAW
Selecting the best welding process for a given application is the key to keeping quality high, costs low, and production on schedule. Each of the main welding processes has its own set of advantages and disadvantages and is absolutely indispensable in various industrial settings. That is particularly true of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), which […]
Welding Processes: A Closer Look at GMAW Pulse
The strength and quality of welds is one of the single most important aspects of safe, reliable industrial fabrication and construction. This makes choosing the best welding process for a given application of paramount importance. By far one of the most commonly used and valuable welding processes is gas metal arc welding (GMAW), especially the […]
Welding Processes: A Closer Look at GMAW
One of the most important and versatile industrial welding processes is GMAW welding, also known as gas metal arc welding. This crucial process allows for welding all commercially available alloys and metals and compatibility with all welding positions. Nevertheless, like every other welding process, it has advantages and drawbacks. What Is GMAW? Gas metal arc […]
The Importance of Rigorous Pipe Testing
A fundamental element of dependable, high quality fabrication is rigorous quality testing. This testing is particularly important when the fabrication in question involves industrial pipes because the stakes are especially high with industrial piping. It is crucial that any weak or failure-prone pipes be detected and weeded out before they are installed at the job […]
What Is ASME Certification And Why It Is So Important
ASME is an organization that has improved industrial safety standards for over 130 years and provides certification to reputable companies who meet high industry standards. Throughout the industrial community ASME is revered as the standard to be met when manufacturing high quality industrial products. What is ASME? ASME is an acronym for American Society of […]
What NCCER Certification Is and Why It Is Critical For The Industrial Workforce
One of the largest components of productivity, quality, and safety during an industrial maintenance or construction project is having a staff of highly trained, knowledgeable workers. Poorly trained workers bog down a project’s progress, deliver questionable or subpar output, and ultimately put themselves, their coworkers, and the worksite in danger. One of the best tools […]
