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Arc Welding
Arc Welding - The arc welding technology area focuses on the most commonly used arc welding processes, mainly GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, SMAW/stick, and plasma. The articles and press releases cover processes and power sources, plus all of the related items—electrodes and wire, wire feeders, fixtures, manipulators, positioners, and power sources. If you need information on personal protective gear, ventilation systems, and safety practices for welders, see our Safety coverage area.
- From The Fabricator
Fabricating favorite childhood memories
An episode of The Fabricator Podcast inspired a welder to fabricate a mind-blowing cartoon image from the past: Adam Bomb of the Garbage Pail Kids.
- From The Fabricator
Robotic welding sets up small-batch manufacturer for future growth
- Apr 26, 2024
- News Release
Fronius developed a robotic welding cell for Anton Paar GmbH that meets the manufacturer's requirements for flexibility, positioning possibilities, and varying welding processes.
- From The Welder
How welders can stay safe during grinding
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Apr 24, 2024
- Article
An abrasives expert from Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives answers questions on safety, red flags, storage tips, and PPE.
- From The Welder
Compact weld camera monitors TIG, plasma processes
- Apr 24, 2024
- Product Release
Xiris has introduced the XVC 310 Lipstick Weld Camera for GTAW and plasma processes in confined spaces, such as narrow gap and orbital applications.
- From The Welder
ESAB unveils Texas facility renovation
- Apr 15, 2024
- News Release
ESAB held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open its newly renovated facility in Denton, Texas.
- From The Welder
Engine-driven welding machines include integrated air compressors
- Apr 11, 2024
- Product Release
Miller Electric Mfg. LLC has released the Bobcat 265 Air Pak and Trailblazer 330 Air Pak engine-driven welding machines with integrated industrial rotary-screw air compressors. The compact all-in-one machines also offer multiprocess weld quality, auxiliary power, and battery charge/crank assist for...
- From The Welder
Tulsa Welding School marks 75th anniversary
- Apr 10, 2024
- News Release
Tulsa Welding School (TWS) marked its 75th anniversary with a campus event on April 5 for current and past students, faculty, and local dignitaries.
- From The Fabricator
BlueForge Alliance partners with Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs to develop Submarine Manufacturing Camps
- Apr 8, 2024
- News Release
Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs, Elgin, Ill., the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association’s charitable foundation, has announced a three-year educational partnership with BlueForge Alliance.
- From The Welder
Welding student from Utah to represent the U.S. at WorldSkills 2024
- Apr 5, 2024
- News Release
SkillsUSA has selected Wyatt Hansen of Altonah, Utah, as the official U.S. competitor for welding in the 2024 WorldSkills Competition.
- From The Welder
Lincoln Electric announces executive appointments
- Apr 5, 2024
- News Release
Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc., Cleveland, has hired Susan C. Edwards as senior vice president, chief human resources officer and named Michele Kuhrt, CPA, as executive vice president, chief transformation officer.
- From The Welder
Airgas High School Welding Education Initiative expands to 65 schools for 2024
- Apr 5, 2024
- News Release
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is expanding its High School Welding Education Initiative for the 2024 academic year.
- From The Welder
Lincoln Electric acquires RedViking
- Apr 5, 2024
- News Release
Arc welding equipment manufacturer Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc., Cleveland, has announced its acquisition of RedViking, a privately held automation system integrator based in Plymouth, Mich. RedViking develops and integrates AGVs and mobile robots, custom assembly and dynamic test systems,...
- From The Welder
Kemppi Oy appoints CEO
- Apr 3, 2024
- News Release
Finland-based arc welding products manufacturer Kemppi Oy has appointed Kalle Suurpää as CEO, effective Aug. 1, 2024.
- From The Welder
Launching a fleet revival at Seaspan shipyard
- By Robert Colman
- Apr 3, 2024
- Article
Canadian shipbuilder Seaspan has found smart ways to successfully streamline its operations at its shipyards.
- From The Fabricator
Structural beam welding automation, no programming required
- Mar 31, 2024
- Article
The industry has come a long way from the teach pendant. Today, the latest systems can “look” at a workpiece, compare it to a CAD file and simulation, make adjustments, then commence welding.
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The Fabricator is North America's leading magazine for the metal forming and fabricating industry. The magazine delivers the news, technical articles, and case histories that enable fabricators to do their jobs more efficiently. The Fabricator has served the industry since 1970.
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