WELDING STEEL PLATES AT RIGHT ANGLES
V. Ryan © 2011
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| When steel plates are welded together, at an angle of 90 degrees, the edges that meet are ground at 45 degrees. This gives a much stronger joint. |
| After grinding, the joint is positioned and ‘tacked’ to ensure there is no movement during the welding procedure. |
| The entire joint is welded. It is allowed to cool slowly. Rapid cooling, such as dipping in cold water will damage the joint and possibly weaken it. |
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