Identity fields
Joint ID, drawing reference, line or spool reference, and location notes when needed.
WELDLOG
Practical weld-log guidance for fabrication, QA review, and turnover prep.
Fields guide
The weld-log fields most teams need
A weld log does not need fifty columns. It does need the right ones, named clearly, and kept consistent from first weld to final issue.
Execution fields
Welder, date, process or WPS, and any project-required execution notes.
Review fields
Inspection result, repair status, and release or issue state.
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Minimum fields
At a minimum, a weld log should tell the team what the weld is, where it is, and what state it is in.
- Joint or weld ID
- Drawing, line, or spool reference
- Current weld status
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Fields most teams add next
Once the basics are stable, most teams add the fields that make review and turnover faster.
- Welder and weld date
- Procedure or WPS reference
- Inspection result or NDE status
- Repair and release status
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How to keep the columns usable
Bad naming causes as much trouble as missing data. Keep the headings short, clear, and stable.
- Use one name for each status and keep it the same across exports.
- Do not split essential status information across hidden notes and side sheets.
- Avoid adding columns that nobody reviews or updates.
Questions managers ask
Should a weld log and weld map use the same IDs?
Yes. The fastest way to lose trust in the log is to force the team to translate IDs between the map and the register.
Do all projects need the same columns?
No. The core set stays similar, but some jobs need extra approval, NDE, or turnover fields.