AGILE Welding Strategy™

A — Assess & Align

Front-load code and customer requirements (ASME, TEMA/HEI, NQA-1 alignment) into the digital model. Define critical welds, essential variables, and acceptance criteria.

• Requirements capture & risk register
• PQR/WPS mapping to scope
• MBD with datum strategy

G — Guided Welding (AI & Robotics)

Adaptive GTAW/GMAW with ABB six-axis robots and sensor fusion for path planning, seam tracking, and parameter control.

• Torch kinematics & heat input control
• Arc sensors, cameras, and laser profiling
• Parameter envelopes tied to WPS

I — In-Process Verification

Continuous QA: inline NDE where feasible, bead-level data capture, PMI and material traceability anchored to lot/heat.

• Digital travelers & weld data records
• Inline dimensional checks
• Automated alerts on variable drift

L — Lean Flow & Modularization

Cellular layouts, mistake-proofing, and pre-assembly to reduce transport and waiting waste while protecting critical surfaces.

• Setup reduction & kit-of-parts
• Shop-modularized SMR assemblies
• Shipping bracing & preservation

E — Evidence & Evaluation

Close the loop with data-driven reviews: qualification reports, NDE results, hydro/helium tests, and lessons learned to update WPS/PQR and the twin.

• Weld Data Record (WDR) + CoC
• CAPA & NCR analytics
• Customer handover package

Metrics We Track

• Heat input & interpass temp stability
• Bead geometry conformance
• Porosity/defect occurrence vs. WPS
• NCRs per 100 joints
• Schedule adherence & takt

Compliance & Codes

Program aligned with ASME Section IX, informed by NQA-1 principles, and integrates TEMA/HEI for heat exchanger builds.