Practice before your test. Build confidence before the job. Rent a welding booth at Welder Testing Inc. and get access to a professional testing environment trusted by Houston-area welders, contractors, and industrial employers since 1986.
Each booth rental includes a weld coupon and feedback from WTI staff, so you are not just burning rod. You are practicing with purpose.
Practica antes de tu prueba. Gana confianza antes del trabajo. Renta una cabina de soldadura en Welder Testing Inc. y accede a un ambiente profesional de pruebas en el que han confiado soldadores, contratistas y empresas industriales del área de Houston desde 1986.
Cada alquiler de cabina incluye un cupón de soldadura y comentarios del personal de WTI, para que no solo estés quemando electrodo. Estás practicando con propósito.
When a certification test, job weld test, or new opportunity is on the line, where you practice matters. Welder Testing Inc. gives welders access to the same kind of professional environment used for welder qualification testing every day.
Our Deer Park facility includes 46 fully equipped welding booths, experienced staff, quality weld coupons, and a team that understands what welders need to prepare with confidence.
Whether you are getting ready for an AWS test, brushing up before a contractor test, or working to improve consistency, WTI gives you a practical place to sharpen your skills.
Booth Rental Includes:
• Access to a professional welding booth
• One welding coupon for practice
• Feedback from Welder Testing Inc. staff
• A clean, organized testing-focused environment
• Support from a team experienced in welder qualification testing
Optional add-on idea:
• Additional weld coupons available for purchase
Request Booth Rental Availability
Booth rental packages are available by appointment and include booth access, one weld coupon, and staff feedback. Call 281-930-9966 for current availability and package details.
Practice Where Welders Get Qualified
WTI has served Houston’s industrial sector since 1986. Our facility is built around welder qualification, procedure testing, and compliance, not hobby welding or general shop use.
Get More Than Booth Time
A cheaper hourly booth does not help much if you leave without knowing what to improve. At WTI, your rental includes a coupon and staff feedback, giving you a better sense of how your weld is progressing.
Use Quality Weld Coupons
WTI provides machined weld coupons used for practice, training, and certification preparation. Practicing on consistent materials helps welders get a more realistic read on their performance.
Learn in a Professional Environment
Our facility includes 46 welding booths and covered outdoor testing areas for API 1104 pipeline testing. Welders can focus on technique in a setting designed for serious work.
Backed by Experienced Inspectors
WTI’s team includes Certified Welding Inspectors and welding professionals with decades of hands-on testing and inspection experience.
Booth rental is a good fit for welders who are:
• Preparing for a certification test
• Practicing before an employer weld test
• Getting ready for AWS testing
• Building confidence with pipe or plate welds
• Returning to welding after time away
• Trying to improve consistency before scheduling a formal qualification test
Appointments are recommended so we can confirm booth availability and make sure the right setup is ready for your practice session
Yes. Each booth rental includes one weld coupon. Additional coupons may be available for purchase.
Booth rental includes feedback from WTI staff. This is designed to help you understand what you may need to improve before a formal test or job weld test.
Yes. WTI is an AWS Accredited Test Facility, and booth rental is a good way to prepare before scheduling a formal AWS performance test.
WTI offers pipe and plate weld coupons. Availability may vary, so call ahead to confirm the setup you need.
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With over 35 years of experience in the metallurgical field, Alfred Briones brings extensive expertise to Welder Testing Inc.’s Metallurgical Laboratory. As Laboratory Manager, he oversees all metallurgical testing processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality in every analysis. His deep knowledge and hands-on experience make him a valuable resource for clients seeking reliable and precise testing solutions. Alfred is always available to assist with your metallurgical testing needs, providing expert guidance and support.
As the primary point of contact for welder qualification testing at Welder Testing Inc., Adam Cobb ensures that each welder is properly signed in and assigned the correct certification test. With a background as a welder before transitioning into quality control and inspection, Adam brings firsthand industry experience to his role. Now an AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), he works closely with customers to determine their specific qualification needs and provides detailed test information to shop inspectors for administration. Adam’s expertise, attention to detail, and customer-focused approach make him a key liaison between welders, quality control teams, and the companies they serve.
Sam Chavez is the President of Welder Testing Inc., bringing nearly two decades of experience to his role as its newest leader. After 18 years of driving operational excellence within the company, Sam took the next step in his commitment to Welder Testing Inc. by becoming it’s President in 2026.
As a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), Sam brings a hands-on, technically grounded approach to leadership. His extensive background in welding inspection, shop operations, and quality assurance gives him a thorough understanding of every facet of the business — from daily facility management to regulatory compliance and customer experience.
Under his leadership, Welder Testing Inc. remains dedicated to providing welders with a seamless, professional, and high-quality testing experience. Sam’s vision is rooted in the same principles that have guided his work for nearly two decades: operational excellence, integrity, and a commitment to the craft.
