We think that welding is synonymous with joining. That is not always the case. Metal parts often fail their intended use not because they fracture, but because they wear down, which causes them to lose dimension and functionality. Hard facing by weld build up, also known as hard surfacing is the application of build-up or wear-resistant weld metals to a part's surface by means of welding.

Wear and tear on ships equipment makes maintenance in the form of Hard Facing welding necessary. To keep operational cost down it is important to get it right first time using the right welding methods and consumables.

Though hardfacing and cladding are surface overlay processes that are different only in material characteristics that meet different requirements, they both can be achieved using similar processes