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Aluminum Welding - Page 7
- 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 Welder
Fixing and ill-fitting aluminum baffle on a Honda S2000 oil pan
- By Josh Welton
- Aug 14, 2019
- Blog Post
The aluminum baffle on a Honda S2000 oil pan was not "made to fit" as advertised. Learn how a simple aluminum weld made it a quick fix.
- 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
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
Aluminum Workshop: Macroetching and cleaning aluminum
- By Frank Armao
- Jul 18, 2019
- Article
Frank Armao provides options for macroetching and cleaning aluminum when using ammonium hydroxide isn't an option. Learn more on macroetching here.
- From The Welder
What was your first welding machine? These welders share theirs.
- By Gareth Sleger
- Jun 21, 2019
- Blog Post
Welders share a passion for metal fabrication unmatched by others in the industry. For many, it started with a bond they formed with their first welding machine.
- From The Welder
Fronius introduces Steel Edition of TPS/i welding system platform
- Jun 21, 2019
- Product Release
Fronius USA LLC has launched a new version of its TPS/i power source platform, the Steel Edition. Designed for manual steel welding, it offers characteristics for standard and pulse welding, as well as a WPS package containing welding procedure specifications that are certified in accordance with...
- From The Welder
Robotic welding gun and consumables misconceptions
- By Seth Perrin
- Jun 20, 2019
- Article
It's important to consider robotic welding guns and consumables when investing in welding systems. Here are five misconceptions about GMAW guns to know.
- From The Welder
Fronius introduces two multiprocess welding systems
- Jun 5, 2019
- Product Release
Fronius has introduced the new TransSteel 2700 and the TransSteel 3500 Compact multiprocess welding systems for GTAW, GMAW, and SMAW. The systems offer a maximum of 270 amps (TransSteel 2700) or 350 amps (TransSteel 3500 C) during all welding processes with no loss of power. All devices are...
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