United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority · Awarded contract

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Hybrid Welding Test Rig Setup and Trials on 316L Steel for UKAEA

Awarded 30 Apr 2023

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Awarded30 Apr 2023

Value£136,052.00

SupplierTWI Ltd

AgencyUnited Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority

RegionSouth East

CategoryResearch & Development

Ended 2y 8mo ago10mo term

Awarded 30 Apr 2023Expired 27 Feb 2024

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United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority awarded a contract to TWI Ltd for the setup of specified welding test rigs and conduct of a series of tests on 316L steel.

The trials involved the adjustment of weld parameters to optimise the performance of the hybrid welding system and the quality of the resulting weld, with the supplier's expertise sufficient to investigate system performance and weld quality.

EN ISO 13919-1:2019 was used to assess imperfections in laser welded joints, and ISO 5817:2014 for other fusion welded joints, with a combination of these standards relevant for assessing hybrid welding.

The contract value was AUD 136,052.

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