NF EN ISO 14344, A81-050 (09/2024)

ISO 14344:2010 specifies a tool for communication between a buyer and a supplier of welding consumables within the framework of quality systems, such as those based on ISO 9001. In production, the constituents of welding consumables welding are divided into discrete and predetermined quantities, so that satisfactory tests or checks, on a sample taken from a given quantity, prove that the whole quantity meets the requirements of the specification. These quantities, referred to as pours, batches, mixes and charges, have dimensions that vary depending on the manufacturer. For identification purposes, each manufacturer assigns a unique designation to each size. This designation generally consists of a series of numbers or letters, or an alphanumeric combination, which allows the manufacturer to determine the date and time (or shift) of manufacture, type and source of materials raw materials used, and details of the methods used to manufacture the welding consumable product. This designation accompanies the welding consumable product and can be used to later identify the material, in cases where identification is necessary. ISO 14344:2010, in conjunction with an International Standard or other applicable standard for welding consumables, provides a method for developing the specific details necessary for the supply of welding consumables and including the following aspects: a) the classification of welding consumables (selected according to the International Standard or another applicable consumable standard); b) classification of lots; c) the control program. The choice of specific welding consumable product classification, batch classification and control program depends on the requirements of the application for which the consumable product is intended. ISO 14344:2010 does not apply to non-consumable electrodes or shielding gases.
(Automatic translation from French)