Frame, Welding & Structural

Welding consumables, grounding and crossmember replacement.

Lessons

1. 01Welding Consumables & QualityHendrickson L64 parameters.
2. 02Grounding & Bearing ProtectionKeep weld current out of bearings and electronics.
3. 03Replacing CrossmembersCut out, fit, weld, coat.
4. 04Structural Load Paths, Components and Material IdentificationIdentify how trailer structures carry loads and establish material identity before selecting a repair method.
5. 05Structural Inspection, Corrosion Assessment and NDTMap structural damage, select suitable inspection methods and distinguish visible symptoms from the full extent of deterioration.
6. 06Frame Geometry, Alignment Diagnosis and Controlled StraighteningMeasure frame geometry under defined conditions and control straightening through an approved material-specific plan.
7. 07Engineered Crack, Splice and Reinforcement RepairsControl major structural repairs through root-cause diagnosis, approved repair details and staged verification.
8. 08Bolted, Riveted and Dissimilar-Metal Structural JointsRestore mechanical structural joints by controlling hole condition, fastener specification, clamping and corrosion protection.
9. 09Coupling, Suspension, Landing Gear and Guard InterfacesInspect critical attachment systems as complete load paths and preserve their geometry, function and approved configuration.
10. 10Structural Repair Safety, Documentation and ReleasePlan safe structural work and build a traceable evidence package before returning the trailer to service.