Peening

Arc blow

Distortion

Metal force

Skip welding

Back step welding

Right hand welding

Intermittent welding

Use large size electrode

Use small size electrode

Use few passes with large dia electrode

Use more passes with small electrode

3 to 4 times plate thickness

2 to 3 times plate thickness

5 times the plate thickness

50mm irrespective of plate thickness

Grey cast iron

White cast iron

Nodular cast iron

Malleable cast iron