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Think Induction Heating Is Only for Pipe Welding? Think Again
Widely used for pipe welding, induction heating is also a flexible option for flat plate welding and other applications that involve a wide range of part sizes and geometries and heating requirements.
Programming Must-Haves for Successful Laser Tube Cutting
Quality software is the first step to precision tube component manufacturing. Knowing what to look for based on your programming needs will help determine the best solution for your shop.
Make the Most of a Tool’s Entire ‘Life’
Successful shops always look for ways to differentiate and innovate for competitive advantage. Cashing in on the entirety of a tool’s life with an advanced tool management system is perhaps the most effective way to do that right now.
3D Printing a Spacecraft Valve Body in Titanium
Printing a part of this size in titanium in such a short time was something that could not have been achieved had the part been machined out of a billet.
Tips for Preventing Long Wire Breakage When Using Power Brushes
Typically caused by improper brush use or using the wrong brush for the application, long wire breakage does not fall under normal brush wear. It can be a costly problem that also poses safety hazards for operators and other workers in the area. Here are some ways to help prevent this issue so that you can get longer life and optimal performance from your power brushes.
How Submerged Arc Welding Can Improve Productivity
Ideal for demanding applications in pipe, pressure vessel and tank, railcar manufacturing and heavy construction/mining, this process offers great benefits in its simplest form of single wire welding, plus more in twin wire, tandem wire and multi-wire SAW configurations.
Why Companies Can’t Get Marketing Right
Marketing has nothing to do with your company or what it sells. Marketing is 100 percent about what your customers want and what’s in it for them.
The Best of Times, The Worst of Times
Many manufacturers are feeling cautious about the economy and hesitant to make new investments until they get a better sense of certainty. But things are changing faster than ever now. Here are some industry forecasts about some market sectors that could be hot and others that may not.
How Wireless Foot Controls Improve Productivity and Quality in TIG Welding
Even small improvements in production can add up over time. Wireless foot controls offer a return on investment by helping to improve productivity and efficiency in TIG welding operations and eliminating the time and money spent on control cord repairs and failure, reducing weld clutter in the work space, and improving operator comfort and mobility.
Is Your Plant Running in Place or Gaining Ground?
The deep-seated cultural change required by Lean manufacturing is difficult for many metal fabricators that are trying to become more competitive by attempting to apply certain Lean principles without a deeper understanding of the process itself and its parts. The willingness to transform firmly established business approaches is not easy, but it is a requirement for success that will pay dividends in the long run.
A Peak Behind the Curtain
The value of a major trade show is that exhibitors give you so many opportunities to gain a leg up on your competition. Here are some insights to consider so that the next event you attend will speak directly to your bottom line.
Wind of Change May Reroute the Future of Electric Cars
Reduced gas spending and environmental impact are big with electric cars. But instead of refilling, the need to pull over for recharging has still limited them. What if that changed? Take a closer look at a new concept that is pushing the limits of what is known today.
