VIU welder testing facility
- booths set up with individual fume extractors and welding stands
- new inverter type welding machines that can be set up with a variety of consumables for a range of procedures SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, dual shield or flux core
- machining equipment for preparation and testing of welding coupons
- experienced staff supervisors available to assist
Canadian Welding Bureau test in SMAW, FCAW and GMAW
Monthly CWB testing
| Activity | Fee |
|---|---|
| One test plate assembly | $350 |
| Two test plate assemblies | $400 |
| Three test plate assemblies | $450 |
| Four test plate assemblies | $500 |
| Retest (Retest must be done on the same day as testing OR at inspectors' discretion) | $200 |
| Check tests | $350 |
Prerequisites
- be prepared to present CWB certification to CWB inspector
- personal protection equipment required (PPE):
- CSA approved steel toe work boots
- personal eye protection
- wear 100% cotton or wool or fire retardant material
- welding jacket or sleeves
- welding gloves
Booth rental/upgrading for ASME or CWB test
Available Monday to Thursday from 7:30 am to 2:15 pm
| Activity | Fee |
|---|---|
| One week booth rental (Monday-Thursday) | $400/week Minimum 1 Week |
To schedule welder testing and booth rentals contact the welding tool room at WeldTest@viu.ca.
Please provide:
- First name, middle name, last name
- Mailing address (where the test report will be sent)
- Contact phone number
- Whether the welder or company will be paying
- Which process is welder testing for: SMAW (stick) – FCAW (flux/wire) – GMAW (mig)
Student CWB testing
Student rate: $125 per plate. Maximum of two (2) plates on class test day.
Students must be in a current class to be eligible for this special rate.
Location
Vancouver Island University
Building 130,
900 Fifth Street Nanaimo, BC