Competition Preparation
Preparing for the
Competition
List of welds for the competition:
- Lap joint fillet welds (SMAW and GMAW)
- Lap joint fillet (GMAW intermittent welds, example 2″ – 8″)
- Square groove butt weld (1/16″ gap with CJP)
- Flare bevel grove weld (SMAW)
Student competitors should be able to identify these welds by their symbol, as this will be what is on the drawing. They will also be responsible for the fit-up of this part (5 pieces) and to assemble it to the specs on the drawing with provided measuring devices.
Reading the CAD Drawing Day-Of
Each competitor will receive a CAD Drawing with instructions on how to assemble the competition piece. The following image is a sketch of a similar piece. If you are not familiar with these markings and instructions, talk with your teacher and build your skills so you are ready on the day of the competition.
2023 Plans
These plans were used for our first competition.
The red circles indicate the 7 weld points that were judged by our three Certified Weld Inspectors from Crenlo Engineered Cabs and McNeilus Steel.
2024 Plans
We added some complexity to 2024’s competition, utilizing a small piece of steel tubing.
1/7/25 Update
We have created a video that shows the steps that competitors can expect to go through on the day of the competition. We highly encourage every advisor and competitor to watch this video at least once.
