South Texas's Premier
Welding Test Facility
Where Certification Meets Real-World Qualification.
MAV-TEC Testing exists to make sure certification actually means something. We provide welder certification, welding procedure qualification, inspection support, and testing materials for contractors and industrial operations where quality, compliance, and accountability cannot be left to chance.
With AWS Certified Welding Inspectors, in-house testing capabilities, and a no-shortcuts approach to code compliance, MAV-TEC helps customers keep projects moving without compromising the integrity of the work.
Certified Is One Thing.
Qualified Is Another.
In this industry, paperwork alone does not make someone qualified.
Pipelines, refineries, structural systems, offshore installations, and industrial facilities all depend on welds that have to perform under real-world conditions — not ideal ones. When testing is rushed, inconsistent, or influenced by shortcuts and outside pressure, problems can become serious very quickly.
MAV-TEC exists to eliminate the gap between “certified” and “qualified.”
Welder qualification must reflect real-world capability — not assumptions or incomplete oversight.
Every test performed at MAV-TEC is evaluated against applicable code requirements, project specifications, and procedural expectations to help ensure welders are qualified appropriately for the work being performed.
That focus on technical accuracy and accountability extends throughout our services, including procedure qualification, inspection support, and weld testing materials.
Our goal is to provide contractors and industrial customers with reliable testing results they can stand behind confidently.
Welding Certification & Testing Services
MAV-TEC provides a comprehensive range of welding certification, welder qualification, and testing support services for contractors, fabricators, and industrial operations working across multiple industries and code environments. Every project comes with different requirements, materials, procedures, and compliance expectations. Our job is to help ensure testing is performed accurately, documented properly, and aligned with the actual scope of work being performed.
Welder Qualification Testing
We facilitate hands-on welder qualification testing based on contractor specifications, welding procedures, and applicable industry codes.
Welder Qualification Testing
Testing is structured around the actual processes and materials being used in the field, helping contractors verify welder proficiency while maintaining compliance requirements for their projects. Whether testing involves pipe, plate, structural applications, or process piping systems, MAV-TEC provides the oversight, documentation, and technical expertise needed to keep testing consistent and accountable.
Procedure Qualification & Review
Welding procedures define how welding work must be performed, including processes, materials, variables, and code requirements.
Procedure Qualification & Review
MAV-TEC reviews and supports procedure qualification to help ensure welding procedures are properly aligned with project demands, compliance standards, and real-world field conditions. By identifying issues early and validating procedures before production work begins, contractors can reduce unnecessary delays, rework, and compliance risks later in the project lifecycle.
Weld Inspection Services
Weld inspection plays a critical role in maintaining quality control and identifying issues before they create larger problems in the field.
Weld Inspection Services
Our inspection support focuses on code compliance, weld quality, procedural adherence, and defect identification throughout the testing process. Because inspection requirements vary by industry and application, MAV-TEC approaches every project with the understanding that accuracy, consistency, and documentation matter.
Weld Testing Coupons & Materials
MAV-TEC manufactures weld testing coupons and testing materials in-house to support qualification testing, procedure development, practice applications, and laboratory supply needs.
Weld Testing Coupons & Materials
Our machine-cut, machine-beveled materials are built for consistency, traceability, and accurate fit-up — helping eliminate many of the issues commonly associated with inferior torch-cut materials. We provide testing materials for contractors, welders, and testing facilities requiring reliable, code-conscious products for welding applications.
Ready to Start Testing?
Schedule testing or discuss your project requirements with MAV-TEC today.
Why Contractors Trust MAV-TEC
Contractors and industrial customers rely on MAV-TEC because our process is built around accountability, communication, and technical accuracy from start to finish.
Every welder is evaluated against the same standards — no shortcuts, no politics, no pressure.
Integrity Without Exceptions
Every welder is evaluated against the same standards. We do not pass or fail based on outside pressure, favoritism, or politics. Testing decisions are based on code requirements, procedural compliance, and demonstrated proficiency — period. In industries where safety, performance, and liability matter, integrity is not optional.
In-House Capabilities
MAV-TEC performs testing, material preparation, and processing under one roof. By maintaining in-house machine shop capabilities and manufacturing our own testing materials, we maintain greater control over quality, consistency, and turnaround times throughout the testing process.
Communication & Transparency
Clear communication is one of the things customers consistently value most about working with MAV-TEC. From testing updates and status emails to documentation and final reporting, we prioritize transparency throughout the process so contractors always understand where things stand.
Real-World Industry Experience
Our team’s experience extends beyond laboratory environments alone. MAV-TEC’s background in pipeline construction inspection, industrial applications, and code-based welding environments helps ensure testing reflects the realities of the industries our customers work in every day.
Speed Without Sacrificing Accuracy
Testing timelines matter. MAV-TEC is structured to provide efficient turnaround times and same-day results whenever possible, helping customers reduce downtime and maintain project schedules without compromising testing quality or code compliance.
Supporting High-Stakes Industrial Work
MAV-TEC supports contractors, fabricators, and industrial operations working in environments where weld quality, compliance, and performance are critical.
Different industries come with different materials, procedures, code requirements, and operational demands. Our testing process is structured around the actual scope of work being performed, helping ensure welders and procedures are qualified appropriately for the application at hand. We regularly support projects and operations within industries including:
Pipeline & Oilfield
Refinery & Petrochemical
Structural & Civil Construction
Shipbuilding & Marine
Aerospace
Semiconductor Manufacturing
Industrial Fabrication
Offshore Installations
From turnaround maintenance work to large-scale construction projects, MAV-TEC provides testing support designed to keep work moving while maintaining accountability and code compliance throughout the process.
A Welding Test Facility Built for Throughput, Accuracy & Control
Welder testing requires more than booth space alone. It requires consistent oversight, reliable materials, organized workflows, accurate documentation, and the technical experience to manage testing properly from start to finish.
MAV-TEC’s facility is structured to support high-volume industrial testing while maintaining the level of control and accountability customers depend on.
Our capabilities include:
20+ welding booths & multiple testing stations
In-house machine shop capabilities
Full material traceability
Same-day reporting whenever possible
Simultaneous multi-welder testing workflows
Machine-cut & and machine-beveled testing materials
By maintaining control over both testing operations and testing materials, MAV-TEC helps reduce unnecessary delays, improve consistency, and maintain reliable results throughout the qualification process.
Precision Test Materials Manufactured In-House
The quality of weld testing materials directly affects the reliability of the testing process itself. MAV-TEC manufactures weld testing coupons and testing materials in-house to support welder qualification, procedure development, practice applications, and laboratory supply needs.
Our materials are machine-cut and machine-beveled for improved consistency, fit-up accuracy, and repeatability — helping avoid many of the alignment and distortion issues commonly associated with torch-cut materials. Full traceability is maintained throughout the process, helping ensure materials remain properly documented and aligned with applicable code and project requirements.
We supply testing materials for:
- Contractor Qualification Testing
- Welder Practice Applications
- Procedure Development
- Third-Party Testing Facilities
- Industrial Fabrication Environments
Whether customers require pipe coupons, plate materials, or specialized configurations, MAV-TEC provides testing materials built around quality, accuracy, and code-conscious preparation.
- Plain carbon steel
- Low-Alloy Carbon Steel
- Stainless Steel
- High Nickel Alloys
- Inconel Alloys
- Copper-Nickel Alloys
- Aluminum Alloys
- Titanium Alloys
- Specialty Industrial Alloys
- Custom Materials Upon Request
Testing Backed by Experience & Accountability
MAV-TEC’s reputation has been built through technical knowledge, consistency, and a commitment to doing things the right way — even when that means making difficult calls.
Our team includes AWS Certified Welding Inspectors with experience supporting pipeline, industrial, structural, and fabrication-related applications. MAV-TEC also maintains AWS membership involvement and participates within industry code and standards discussions tied to real-world welding operations.
Over the years, contractors and industrial customers have continued to rely on MAV-TEC because our process is built around:
- Accurate Qualification Standards
- Reliable Documentation
- Transparent Communication
- Technical Consistency
- Accountability Under Pressure
We understand what is at stake when testing is performed incorrectly, inconsistently, or without integrity. That understanding drives how we approach every project, every procedure, and every welder who enters our facility.
Get Qualified. Stay Compliant. Keep Work Moving.
MAV-TEC supports contractors, fabrication operations, industrial facilities, and testing organizations with welder qualification, procedure review, inspection support, and testing materials tailored to demanding industrial applications. Our approach is built around technical consistency, responsive communication, and reliable code compliance throughout every stage of the testing process. The result is testing support customers can depend on with confidence. Contact MAV-TEC Testing today to schedule testing or discuss your project requirements.