| The Welding Research Council, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit scientific 
research corporation, brings to bear in the solution of problems in 
welding and pressure vessel technology the talents of diverse science 
and engineering specialists. They exchange knowledge, share 
perspectives, and develop and guide R & D activities. As needed, the
 Council organizes and manages cooperative programs to advance codes and
 standards. Also incorporates the Pressure Vessel Research Council 
(PVRC) and Materials Properties Council (MPC) |