Welding
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The Evolution of the Hybrid Laser Arc Welding Revolution
Moving Beyond “Wait and See”: Geoff Lipnevicius of Lincoln Electric examines how the hybrid revolution is building momentum as manufacturers embrace the higher travel speeds, increased depth of penetration and deposition rates of a ‘hybrid’ materials-joining process that captures the unique advantages of two distinct sources of energy – laser power and arc welding.
FABRICATING RECOMMENDATIONS IN THE WELDING OF TWO-SIDED GROOVE WELDS
Regis Geisler of Lincoln Electric explores some real-world considerations and practices to improve quality and productivity during the welding of two-sided butt joints that are frequently used in pressure vessels and wind tower construction.
UNDERSTANDING AND LOWERING WELD COSTS
Given that labor typically accounts for 60 percent to 85 percent of the total cost of any welding operation, fabricators stand to reap significant benefits by better understanding and controlling those costs. However, that’s often easier said than done. Nick Peterson of Miller Electric explores some practical ways to do it.
CHOOSING A GOUGING METHOD
Increasing emphasis on environmental issues and safety has led the welding industry to reconsider how certain tasks are performed. Gouging and cutting metal are primary operations that have come under scrutiny. Robert Fernicola of ESAB Welding & Cutting Products compares carbon-arc vs. plasma gouging for various applications.
SIMPLIFY YOUR TIG TORCH INSTALLATION
Keith Werkley of Weldcraft explains why educating yourself as to the proper procedures for both air- and water-cooled types of TIG torches can go a long way in preventing problems and ensuring quality welds.
A New Resource for the Welding and Cutting Industry
The welding and cutting industry has lacked a truly comprehensive online resource that addresses all aspects of the industry . . . until now. BUG-O Systems and Weld.com are changing that.
CERTIFIED VALVE ACTION® PAINT MARKERS
These certified Markal tools from LA-CO Industries eliminate the added expense and long lead time that distributors and end-users experience when certifying and financing their own batch of marking tools for jobs such as military and nuclear applications.
QUALIFICATION OF ROBOTIC ARC WELDING PERSONNEL
Geoff Lipnevicius of Lincoln Electric explains why an investment in people and training is a pre-requisite to maximize the value of the automated welding solution that is designed to significantly improve productivity over a manual welding process.
ENHANCED MEDIUM AND HEAVY/MEDIUM DUTY REGULATORS AND OUTFITS
CutSkill® series 250/350 regulators and outfits from Victor® use ergonomic, easy to adjust color-coded knobs that identify gas type, a fabric-reinforced neoprene diaphragm for optimal performance, and a zinc-aluminum housing cap which is twice the yield strength of brass.
WELD GAS ANALYZERS MAXIMIZE WELD QUALITY
Economical Ar-Gone and Argo-Naught weld gas analyzers from Weldwide Solutions eliminate weld oxidation, take the guesswork out of weld purging and improve purge and weld quality.
NEXT STEPS IN ROBOTIC WELDING
These best-in-class robots and control systems serve the welding and metal fabrication markets that are currently the primary growth areas for robotics.
ELEMENTS OF SUCCESS: HOW AIR AND WATER COOLING MAY AFFECT WHICH EQUIPMENT YOU PURCHASE
When choosing between water-cooled and air-cooled equipment, Andy Monk of Bernard Welding Equipment explains how weighing the cost, location, amps, duty cycle and operator comfort will help you determine which equipment can optimize your welding performance.
