Welding Metal Decking. Shear Stud Welding to Metal Decking. The process of welding metal decking to the steel framing is done by using a welding machine and a weld rod.
Ends of deck to be welded to supports at 12 inches on center maximum and 18 inches on center maximum at intermediate supports. The impossible just takes a little longer. Arc spot weld which is better known as puddle welding and arc seam weld which is is also called a top seam weld.
Welding washers are recom-mended when welding metal thickness is less than 00280 inches.
Individual panels of decking. Diameter for arc spot welds or at least 38 in. We do the difficult every day. There are two different types of welding methods for metal decking.