BS EN 14532-3:2004 proposes harmonised verification test conditions for the qualification of welding consumables for aluminium. The responsibility to identify the extent of the tests to be carried out lies with the manufacturer/supplier on the basis of his assessment of the market requirements.
This document describes the basic verification tests, the testing methods, the amount of testing and the requirements for the qualification of wire electrodes, wires and rods for welding of aluminium.