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Knowledge Is Power: Weld Data Monitoring
From sequencing of parts to tracking parameters, Nick Peterson of Miller Electric explores how weld data monitoring provides manufacturers with actionable information to improve welding processes, ensure quality and productivity, and help streamline welding processes.
Meeting Energy Demands with a New Welding Process
With pipeline projects worldwide looking for ways to build longer pipelines, faster and more efficiently, some contractors are converting from the stick welding process to a self-shielded flux-cored wire process to weld on high-strength pipeline projects. Tim Hensley of Hobart Brothers examines the three main reasons for this transition.
Relevance of Drop-Weight Testing in the Determination of the Reference Nil-Ductility Temperature
The drop-weight test has become commonplace in the testing of ferritic steel and weld metal used in several types of components in nuclear reactor pressure vessels. But Regis Geisler of Lincoln Electric questions whether this method is now obsolete and whether there is another predictive tool that should be used to determine the RTNDT of weld deposits.
Wolf Robotics Names Regional Manager of Brazil Operations
Marcio Mininel, a Six Sigma Black Belt, now oversees the sale of custom engineered and modular welding solutions for all of Brazil.
PIVOTING MAGNETIC WELDING ANGLE
This welding tool from Industrial Magnetics gives welders the ability to quickly and easily set up and hold steel in angles ranging from 22 deg to 270 deg with an adjustable, locking handle and marked detents every 45 deg for accuracy.
ESAB Acquired by Colfax Corporation
A leader in the pump and fluid handling business acquires a popular welding brand.
2012 State of the Industry: Robotics
Forecast: Very strong opportunities to expand into job shops and smaller manufacturers, along with continued strength in the traditional automotive, agricultural, heavy equipment and aerospace sectors.
2012 State of the Industry: Welding
Forecast: Look for modest increases in oil and gas, agriculture, mining, railroad, transportation, defense as total system solutions get new talent up to speed as quickly as possible, focus on shorter ROI, and are customized by industry needs.
TIPS FOR OVERLAYING JOURNALS AND CASTER ROLLS
Although the ultimate hardfacing deposit selected will vary based on the intended application, Regis Geisler of Lincoln Electric explains the welding and fabrication techniques to follow for rebuilding caster rolls, crankshafts, roll pins, extrusion rolls, crusher rolls, or other types of journals made of low alloy steel.
ROOTING OUT RESISTANCE: ELIMINATING THE HIDDEN VARIABLE
Resistance is frequently characterized by random and intermittent welding issues that are difficult to repeat. But even though resistance-related problems can have many symptoms, their root cause is always the same – not enough current is flowing in the electrical circuit. Nick Petersen of Miller Electric shares some tips on how to pinpoint and root out this frustrating problem.
FABTECH 2011: Welding (Part Two)
The Big Show exhibited the latest advancements in arc, gas, resistance and laser welding for diverse material joining applications, including sheet metal, pipes and tubes, jewelry, plastics and other exotic materials. Now our Show-in-Site brings some more of those welding systems and related equipment to you!
Mexico’s Manufacturing Continues to Grow
Manufacturing growth is increasing in 2011, with both new and existing companies expanding operations across various sectors, most notably through record-breaking numbers in auto production and vehicle exports.
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