Accessibility Statement

Our commitment to making our website accessible to all users.

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

Our Commitment

Advanced Welding Technologies Inc is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to provide a positive experience for all visitors and are working to maintain a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability.

Accessibility Standards

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and are internationally recognized as the standard for web accessibility.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

  • Semantic HTML: We use proper HTML markup to ensure content is structured meaningfully.
  • Alternative Text: Images include descriptive alt text where appropriate.
  • Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using only a keyboard.
  • Clear Headings: Pages use proper heading structure for easy navigation.
  • Color Contrast: We maintain sufficient color contrast for readability.
  • Responsive Design: Our website adapts to different screen sizes and devices.
  • Form Labels: Form fields have proper labels for screen readers.
  • Link Text: Links have descriptive text that indicates their purpose.

Known Issues

We are aware of the following areas that may present accessibility challenges:

  • Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible.
  • Third-party embedded content (such as Google Maps) may not fully conform to our accessibility standards.
  • Some images may have limited alternative text descriptions.

We are actively working to address these issues and improve accessibility across our website.

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

  • Screen readers (including JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver)
  • Screen magnification software
  • Speech recognition software
  • Keyboard-only navigation

Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. Our efforts include:

  • Regular accessibility audits and testing
  • Training our team on accessibility best practices
  • Staying informed about accessibility guidelines and standards
  • Addressing accessibility issues as they are identified

Third-Party Content

Our website contains some third-party content and services, including:

  • FormSubmit for form processing
  • Google Maps for location display

While we strive to ensure accessibility for all content on our website, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. We encourage third-party providers to offer accessible content and services.

Feedback

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. We take all feedback seriously and will consider it as we evaluate ways to improve accessibility.

Please contact us if you:

  • Encounter any accessibility barriers on our website
  • Need information in an accessible format
  • Have suggestions for improving accessibility

Contact Us

You can reach us regarding accessibility issues through the following channels:

  • Email: help@advancedweldingtechnologies.net
  • Phone: +1 (850) 596-5493
  • Address: 3110 PEARL AVE, Erie, PA 16510, United States

We will respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and provide a plan for addressing the issue within 10 business days.

Enforcement Procedure

In cases where we cannot provide accessible content or services, we will work with you to provide alternative access to the information or service you need. We are committed to finding solutions that work for all users.

Updates to This Statement

We may update this Accessibility Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our accessibility practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly.