We provide weld cladding & weld overlay services to protect components while lowering operating costs.
Weld cladding & weld overlay services involve welding a corrosion-resistant or wear-resistant metal layer onto the surface of a base metal, enhancing surface properties—such as corrosion, erosion, or abrasion resistance—without requiring the component to be made entirely from expensive materials.
The wear-resistant metal layer that is welded onto the base metal is referred to as “cladding.” It increases the longevity of equipment, parts, and weldments, positively affecting the environment by reducing material consumption. It also reduces costs.
Weld cladding and overlays are particularly important for equipment that must withstand harsh conditions. They can be used for the following:
- Corrosion Resistance – A Corrosion Resistant Overlay (CRO) defends against corrosive substances. It is useful for chemical, oil & gas, or marine equipment.
- Wear & Abrasion Protection – A Hard Facing Overlay (HFO) improves surface hardness, which reduces wear and tear caused by friction, abrasion, or erosion. It is useful for mining, construction, or heavy machinery parts.
- Chemical Resistance – This protective layer shields components against chemical exposure, protecting them from various forms of corrosion such as pitting, hydrogen attack, intergranular corrosion, and microbially induced cracking.
At AccuSpec Fabrication, we are proud to offer weld cladding & weld overlay services to clients in various industries, such as the oil & gas, power generation, manufacturing, chemical & petrochemical, and mining & heavy equipment industries. Whether you need our experienced technicians to provide on-site or in-shop weld cladding, automated/robotic cladding for precision, machining and finishing after cladding, or a related service, you can trust that we will deliver the results and performance you are looking for.
We are proud to serve clients in College Station and Bryan, Texas. Contact us today to discuss the weld cladding & weld overlay services you need.
Primary Benefits of Weld Cladding, Wear Banding and Weld Overlays
- Corrosion Resistance (e.g., for chemical, oil & gas, or marine equipment) – Corrosion Resistant Overlay (CRO) provides a protective barrier against corrosive substances, extending the lifespan of equipment exposed to harsh environments. H2S, hydrogen sulfide, CO2, alkaline, methane.
- Wear and Abrasion Protection (e.g., for mining, construction, or heavy machinery parts) – Hard Facing Overlay (HFO) enhances the surface hardness, reducing wear and tear on components subjected to friction, abrasion, or erosion. Pistons, sand wash, mud, grit product. Components subject to abrasive forces, such as those in mining or manufacturing, benefit from cladding by increasing resistance to abrasive wear. Drill bits, shaft collars, blades, and buckets.
- Chemical resistance – The protective layer formed with cladding shields equipment from chemical exposure, preventing degradation and maintaining performance. Pitting corrosion, hydrogen attack, intergranular corrosion, microbial induced cracking.
- Restoration and repair of worn components
- Cost reduction, using cheaper base metals with a thin layer of high-performance alloy
Welding Processes for Cladding
1. Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW / TIG)
o High-quality finish and precise control
o Used for thin layers and small components
2. Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW / MIG)
o Faster deposition rates
o Suitable for large surface areas
Typical Cladding Materials
- Nickel-based alloys (Inconel, Hastelloy, Monel)
- Stainless steels (304L, 316L, 347, etc.)
- Cobalt-based alloys (Stellite)
- Carbide materials for wear resistance
Industries That Use Weld Cladding
- Oil & Gas (pipelines, valves, flanges)
- Power Generation (boiler tubes, turbine parts)
- Manufacturing
- Chemical & Petrochemical
- Mining and Heavy Equipment
Services We Offer
- On-site or in-shop weld cladding
- Automated/robotic cladding for precision
- NDT (non-destructive testing) and inspection
- Pre- and post-weld heat treatment
- Machining and finishing after cladding
At AccuSpec Fabrication, we offer weld cladding & weld overlay services for customers in Bryan, College Station, Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth, Midland, Conroe, Houston, Hempstead, San Antonio, Brenham, and Caldwell, Texas.