SIST EN 12074:2001
(Main)Welding consumables - Quality requirements for manufacture, supply and distribution of consumables for welding and allied processes
Welding consumables - Quality requirements for manufacture, supply and distribution of consumables for welding and allied processes
This standard has been prepared such that: - it is independent of the type of consumable to be manufactured and delivered; - it defines quality requirements for manufacture, supply and distribution of consumables; - it provides guidance for manufacturers, suppliers and distributors of consumables for describing the capability to manufacture, supply and deliver consumables for welding and allied processes to meet specified requirements; - it can also be used as a basis for assessing and certifying the manufacturer, supplier and distributor in respect to his capability.
Schweißzusätze - Qualitätsanforderungen für die Herstellung, die Lieferung und den Vertrieb von Zusätzen für das Schweißen und verwandte Verfahren
Diese Norm ist so gestaltet, daß: - sie unabhängig vom hergestellten und gelieferten Zusatztyp ist; - sie Qualitätsanforderungen für die Herstellung, die Lieferung und den Vertrieb von Zusätzen festlegt; - sie eine Anleitung für Hersteller, Lieferer und die Vertriebsorganisation von Zusätzen enthält, die Fähigkeit zur Herstellung, der Lieferung und dem Vertrieb von Zusätzen zum Schweißen und für verwandte Prozesse zu beschreiben und die gestellten Anforderungen zu erfüllen;...
Produits consommables pour le soudage - Exigences de qualité pour la fabrication, la fourniture et la distribution des produits consommables pour le soudage et les techniques connexes
La présente norme européenne a été préparée de façon: - à être indépendante du type de produit consommable qui est fabriqué et livré; - à définir les exigences relatives à la qualité pour la fabrication, la fourniture et la distribution des produits consommables pour le soudage; - à constituer un guide pour les fabricants, les fournisseurs et les distributeurs de produits consommables pour le soudage, qui décrive la capacité de fabriquer, de fournir et de livrer des produits consommables pour le soudage en respectant les exigences imposées;...
Dodajni in pomožni materiali za varjenje - Zahteve po kakovosti za izdelavo, nabavo in prodajo dodajnih materialov za varjenje in sorodne postopke
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Apr-2001
- Technical Committee
- VAR - Welding
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-May-2001
- Due Date
- 01-May-2001
- Completion Date
- 01-May-2001
Overview
EN 12074:2000 - published by CEN - defines quality requirements for the manufacture, supply and distribution of welding consumables and allied processes. The standard is intentionally independent of consumable type, providing a generic framework that helps manufacturers, suppliers and distributors describe and demonstrate their capability to produce and deliver consumables that meet specified requirements. EN 12074:2000 can also be used as a basis for assessing and certifying organizations involved in the welding consumables supply chain.
Key Topics
EN 12074:2000 addresses practical quality aspects relevant across all types of welding consumables. Key technical topics and requirements typically covered include:
- Quality requirements for production, handling and delivery of welding consumables.
- Supplier capability description, including evidence to show ability to meet specified product and process requirements.
- Traceability and batch control to ensure product conformity back to production records and test results.
- Documentation and marking requirements for product identification, certificates and delivery notes.
- Packaging, storage and distribution to maintain consumable condition and performance until use.
- Inspection and testing regimes at manufacture and prior to shipment (as appropriate to the consumable type).
- Handling and transport conditions to prevent degradation (e.g., moisture-sensitive products).
- Basis for assessment and certification, enabling third-party evaluation of manufacturers, suppliers and distributors.
Note: EN 12074:2000 is deliberately generic and complements product-specific welding standards rather than replacing them.
Applications
Who uses EN 12074:2000 and how:
- Manufacturers of electrodes, filler metals, fluxes and other welding consumables - to structure quality control, documentation and supply processes.
- Suppliers and distributors - to demonstrate consistent handling, storage, traceability and delivery practices to customers.
- Buyers and procurement teams - to define supplier qualification criteria and acceptance requirements in purchase specifications.
- Certification bodies and auditors - as a basis for assessing the capability of organizations in the consumables supply chain.
- Welding contractors and fabricators - to verify supplier quality practices and reduce risk of weld defects due to poor consumable quality.
Practical benefits include improved product conformity, clearer supplier expectations, stronger traceability and a consistent framework for supplier audits and certification.
Related standards
- Quality management systems such as ISO 9001 (for supplier QMS integration).
- Product-specific standards and national regulations for particular types of welding consumables and welding procedures.
- Industry and application standards for welding procedure qualification and material acceptance.
Keywords: EN 12074:2000, welding consumables, quality requirements, manufacture supply distribution, CEN, supplier certification, traceability, welding consumables standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 12074:2001 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Welding consumables - Quality requirements for manufacture, supply and distribution of consumables for welding and allied processes". This standard covers: This standard has been prepared such that: - it is independent of the type of consumable to be manufactured and delivered; - it defines quality requirements for manufacture, supply and distribution of consumables; - it provides guidance for manufacturers, suppliers and distributors of consumables for describing the capability to manufacture, supply and deliver consumables for welding and allied processes to meet specified requirements; - it can also be used as a basis for assessing and certifying the manufacturer, supplier and distributor in respect to his capability.
This standard has been prepared such that: - it is independent of the type of consumable to be manufactured and delivered; - it defines quality requirements for manufacture, supply and distribution of consumables; - it provides guidance for manufacturers, suppliers and distributors of consumables for describing the capability to manufacture, supply and deliver consumables for welding and allied processes to meet specified requirements; - it can also be used as a basis for assessing and certifying the manufacturer, supplier and distributor in respect to his capability.
SIST EN 12074:2001 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 25.160.20 - Welding consumables. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 12074:2001 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 97/23/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/071. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Dodajni in pomožni materiali za varjenje - Zahteve po kakovosti za izdelavo, nabavo in prodajo dodajnih materialov za varjenje in sorodne postopkeSchweißzusätze - Qualitätsanforderungen für die Herstellung, die Lieferung und den Vertrieb von Zusätzen für das Schweißen und verwandte VerfahrenProduits consommables pour le soudage - Exigences de qualité pour la fabrication, la fourniture et la distribution des produits consommables pour le soudage et les techniques connexesWelding consumabl
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