FEATURED EVENT
STEELFAB WELDING
COMPETITION 2007
Submission Deadline: 05 January 2027
- Sponsored by ESAB
- Certified MEITI Judges
- Premium ESAB Prizes
PRIZES & RECOGNITION
WELD YOUR WAY TO THE TOP
Take the Live Challenge and Secure Champion-Tier Rewards
1st Place Winner
GRAND PRIZE PACKAGE
- Rogue ES 201iP Pro
- Savage A41 Helmet
- MIG Gloves
- Welding Apron (Complete kit)
2nd Place Winner
PREMIUM PRIZE PACKAGE
- Rogue ES 201iP Pro
3rd Place Winner
ESSENTIAL PRIZE PACKAGE
- Savage A41 Helmet
- MIG Gloves
- Welding Apron
- Winners names & represented companies will be highlighted on SteelFab website.
- Final round welders will receive institutional certificates from MEITI.
COMPETITION OVERVIEW
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
The Technical Requirements for the Challenge
01
About the Competition
As a leading name in the welding industry, ESAB is thrilled to sponsor the SteelFab Welding Competition, bringing together passionate welders to showcase their skills and expertise.
Technical Specifications:
- Welding Process: SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)
- Welding Position: 2G + 3G
- Coupons: The design will be shared on the day of the competition
- Coupon Material: Carbon Steel ASTM A 36 (10 mm thickness)
- Electrode (Root): ESAB OK 53.68 (E7016-1 H4 R) | Diameter: 2.5 mm
- Electrode (Fill & Cap): ESAB OK 55.00 L (E7018-1 H4 R) | Diameter: 3.2 mm
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Evaluation Criteria
Participants are assessed against three primary technical pillars:
- Visual Inspection & Weld Quality: Compliance with international standards for surface finish, penetration, and bead consistency.
- WPS Compliance: Strict adherence to the specified Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) parameters.
- Completion Time Efficiency: A target completion time of approximately one hour.
Note:
This criterion serves as the decisive tie-breaker should participants achieve equal scores in visual quality and WPS compliance.
This criterion serves as the decisive tie-breaker should participants achieve equal scores in visual quality and WPS compliance.
03
Safety Protocols
All competition participants must strictly adhere to the following safety protocols at all times:
- Mandatory PPE: Approved welding helmets, industrial gloves, full-body protective clothing, and certified safety shoes are strictly required.
- Eye & Arc Safety: Safety goggles must be worn during slag removal. Never look directly at an active arc without appropriate shielding.
- Hazard Control: Maintain a safe distance from power sources. Do not handle hot workpieces, touch live electrical components, or wrap cables around your body.
To ensure full compliance and a secure working environment, please download and review the comprehensive Safety Guidelines below.
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