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The Welding Research Council, Inc.

The Welding Research Council, Inc. (WRC), a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit scientific research corporation, solves problems in welding and pressure vessel technology utilizing the talents of diverse science and engineering specialists. WRC’s goals are to exchange knowledge, share perspectives, and establish R&D activities.

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The Welding Research Council, Inc.

The Welding Research Council, Inc. (WRC) has been leading and solving problems in welding and pressure vessel technology with over 500 bulletins published.

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Pressure Vessel Research Council

The Pressure Vessel Research Council (PVRC) was formed as a part of WRC to coordinate and extend research on various aspects of pressure vessel technology.

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Materials Properties Council

The Materials Properties Council (MPC) receives support from the industry, technical organizations, codes and standards developers, and government agencies.

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WRC Bulletins View All Bulletins

WRC 050
Part 1: Stresses In Spherical Vessels From Local Loads Transferred By A Pipe
WRC 049
Part 1: Stresses in a Spherical Vessel from Radial Loads Acting on a Pipe
WRC 048
Plastic Design of Pinned-Base Gable Frames

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