(Originally aired 12/19/24 on Zoom)
This month, I will discuss the increasing reliance on data produced by recorders during wedge welding of geomembranes within the industry.
Here is an overview:
Industry Trends: There has been a significant push towards using data recorders for wedge welding, leading to the development of guidance documents and articles suggesting that this data could potentially replace traditional third-party quality oversight.
Critical Analysis: Despite the hype, I think we should proceed deliberately and not make hasty decisions based on this data. First, we need to better understand:
Setup: How the data recorders are configured. Limitations: The inherent limitations of the technology itself. Data Concerns: Relying on faulty data leads to faulty conclusions.
Webinar Content: Here is what I will cover during our hour together:
Explain Parameters: What parameters the data recorders capture and how frequently they record data. Examine
Variables: The variables that can affect these parameters during the welding process.
Caution: Why we need to use extreme caution in interpreting this data.
Practical Use: Insights on how this technology can still be beneficial if used within the acknowledged limitations, through a balanced approach to its application in geomembrane welding projects.
