Welding MaterialsFor general welding requirements see the section – Fabrication Specification.All welding equipment shall be of the correct type and designed to weld the fabrication as specified.All welding equipment shall be maintain in a fit condition to fulfil the specification.Electrodes, welding rods and filler wires shall be selected to suit the material being welded and to attain the welding fusion required to suit the function of the weld, the plate thickness and weld sizing.Generally all welding materials shall be supplied in accordance with the relevant the appropriate regional standards and shall be selected, stored, handled and used in accordance with the welding material manufacturer’s recommendations. Welding consumables showing signs of damage or deterioration shall not be used.