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Arc Welding - Page 55
- From The Welder
Ian Johnson extends role as official ESAB spokesperson
- Aug 22, 2019
- News Release
ESAB has announced that it has extended its relationship with off-road vehicle fabrication expert Ian Johnson as an official spokesperson for its welding and cutting products. Johnson’s hardcore off-roading show “Four Wheeler” will debut on MotorTrend TV this fall, and he currently produces...
- From The Fabricator
Midland Metal Products relocates to Northwest Indiana
- Aug 19, 2019
- News Release
Midland Metal Products has relocated to Hammond, Ind., from Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood, moving 135 jobs. Midland moved into a former Lear Corp. building and plans to expand the facility by 15,00 sq. ft. Founded 95 years ago, Midland produces metal fixtures for the retail, gaming,...
- From The Welder
Mavrix Welding Automation’s welding system offers simple integration
- Aug 15, 2019
- Product Release
Mavrix Welding Automation Inc. has launched a new, stand-alone plasma transferred arc (PTA) system. It can function independently or be integrated with any motion system. The PTA system permits the user to develop specific timed sequencing of the gas, powder, pilot, and main arc through a...
- From The Fabricator
Healing veterans' invisible wounds of war through metal art
- By Amanda Carlson and Ann Thompson
- Aug 15, 2019
- Article
Warrior StoryField gives veterans, their families, and civilians the chance to connect and heal through metal sculpture.
- From The Welder
TPS/i Twin Push tandem welding from Fronius delivers high deposition rates
- Aug 13, 2019
- Product Release
Fronius now offers its tandem welding process on the TPS/i welding platform. The compact, network-capable TPS/i Twin Push welding system provides high deposition rates and welding speeds, as well as increased efficiency in production due to a reduced need for prefabrication and rework. The high...
- From The Fabricator
Still Building America: Aspiring welder Haley DeMitchell
- By Darla Welton and Josh Welton
- Aug 10, 2019
- Blog Post
Ferris State University student Haley DeMitchell knew she wanted a career in welding before she even graduated from high school with the encouragement of her family and an influential welding paraprofessional.
- From The Welder
Strong Hand Tools’ Deluxe MIG pliers serve multiple functions
- Aug 9, 2019
- Product Release
Strong Hand Tools has introduced its Deluxe MIG pliers. This new, multifunction version features a 90-degree side pull V-notch in the plier jaws for pulling wire or grasping small items, such as nuts. The pliers jaws are equipped with fine and coarse files for nozzle cleaning and spatter removal....
- From The Fabricator
A truck fit for a metal fabricator
- By Josh Welton
- Aug 6, 2019
- Blog Post
Jeep’s Gladiator Rubicon truck is a heavy-duty vehicle that any metal fabricator can appreciate.
- From The Welder
Lincoln Electric’s LN-25X wire feeder features adjustable wire run-in speed
- Aug 6, 2019
- Product Release
Lincoln Electric has introduced the new LN-25X, a portable industrial wire feeder with CrossLinc and True Voltage Technology. Designed for construction, pipe, metal fabrication, shipbuilding, and rental fleet applications, it provides increased control with a reduced number of cables. Features...
- From The Welder
ReadyRest from Strong Hand Tools supports welders’ arms
- Aug 5, 2019
- Product Release
Strong Hand Tools offers the ReadyRest two-section, articulated arm rest. It supports the welder’s extended arm during welding for better control and reduced fatigue. The arm rest can be adjusted for height, and it swivels smoothly for work in precise locations. The arm cup turns in a 360-degree...
- From The Welder
DGP’s Tri-Mix electrodes offer less power, gas consumption
- Aug 2, 2019
- Product Release
Diamond Ground Products has created DGP Tri-Mix tungsten electrodes. They offer reliable arc striking, low burnoff rate, a high-quality arc, 35 percent less power consumption, 40 percent more service life, 50 percent less setup cost, and 50 percent less gas consumption than similar products, the...
- From The Welder
Removing burrs on pipe with a TIG torch
- Jul 31, 2019
- News Release
I always dread removing the burrs from the cut ends of stainless steel and aluminum pipe. Like most people I used a die grinder, which is dangerous and loud. I started running a TIG torch over the wall of the pipe. Not only does the torch burn off the burrs, it gives the wall a nice radius with no...
- From The Welder
Constructive criticism, high expectations are a form of love
- By Josh Welton
- Jul 31, 2019
- Article
In metal fabrication and manufacturing there is no such thing as standing still. We need to stop fearing change at its face, and stop quietly taking whatever our politicians, law officials, and bosses deem good enough. We should loudly fight to shape the change to our liking.
- From The Welder
Lincoln Electric releases fourth generation of VIKING 2450 and 3350 welding helmets
- Jul 29, 2019
- Product Release
Lincoln Electric has launched the next generation in professional autodarkening welding helmets. The new VIKING 2450 and 3350 series welding helmets feature 4C optics and a low-profile external grind button that allows the operator to switch quickly between weld and grind mode without having to...
- From The Welder
Finishing stainless steel
- By Michael Radaelli
- Jul 27, 2019
- Article
Stainless steel has several common finishes. It’s important to know what these common finishes are and why they are important. Recent innovations in abrasives technology can reduce process steps to deliver the desired finish, including that sought-after surface shine.
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