| dc.description.abstract | In Kenya, welding services are extensively employed in both the formal and informal sectors. The needs continue to
increase with increasing population, infrastructure and vehicle fleet, and economic development. Welding need is
even currently very important in support of Kenya Vision 2030. This study reports some examples on the role of
radiography in assessing quality of welds in Kenya in accordance with Article 2 and 22 of ASME V. Samples were
acquired from both informal and formal sectors and tested for volumetric flaws using radiography method. During
the sample acquisition visual inspection were carried out before and after welding, and professional Non Destructive
Testing investigators witnessed the welding process on site. The study observed a wide variation in welding
competency, especially in the informal sector and this has provoked efforts to widen the study with an aim of
developing a comprehensive advisory report for Kenyan policy makers.
Key words: Radiographic films, visual inspection, informal sector, welders, Kenya Vision 2030 | en_US |
