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Welding > Repair and Field Welding Tech Cell > Repair and Field Welding Article List

Repair and field welding related articles

There are 9 articles related to repair and field welding.

Field welding repair: Key steps and equipment selection  

Welding to repair damaged components in broken equipment involves three stages, each of which must be performed meticulously to ensure that the machinery runs properly and the repair lasts a reasonable length of time. What are these stages, and what equipment do you need to complete them?
By: John Leisner, Contributing Writer - www.thefabricator.com, 6/9/09

Brazing copper and copper alloys: When to use it and how to do it  

It is important to be able to identify when brazing is suitable for joining copper or copper alloys, how it is applied, and which filler metals to use.
By: Myron T. Havis - www.thefabricator.com, 3/13/07

Weld repair—Analyze the failure before attempting the repair  

When something breaks, you acknowledge the shock, scratch your head, take stock of the situation, and look for the fastest way to repair the item and put it back into operation. The pressure to repair quickly is understandable, but common sense suggests stopping for a moment and trying to understand...
By: Elia Levi, Contributing Writer - www.thefabricator.com, 11/9/04

Delta repair welders aim high: An introduction to GTAW repair at Delta Air Lines  

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By: Jody Collier and Brent Williams, Contributing Writers - www.thefabricator.com, 7/13/04

The future of structural welding 

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By: Marty Rice, Contributing Writer - www.thefabricator.com, 1/13/04

Optimizing repair welding in oil refineries: Getting out from between a rock and a hard place  

A refinery is a complex array of pressure vessels, piping, structural carbon steel, and other components that depends on welding for its structural integrity. A minor problem can have enormous cost and safety implications.
By: Roger Griffiths, Contributing Writer - www.thefabricator.com, 2/27/03

Repair Brazing: Fixing Faulty Jobs and worn-out components 

Brazing has myriad uses for shop repairs. Knowing what seperates a proper brazing job from a poop one can save you alot of headaches and produce some slick results in the process.
By: W. Daniel Kay, Contributing Writer - www.thefabricator.com, 7/26/02

Mixing welds & bolts: Practical ideas for design professionals 

This article provides background on bolted connections and situations in which welds are added to mechanically fastened joints. It also offers information on AWS code provisions for mixing fasteners and welds.
By: Duane K. Miller, Sc.D., P.E., Contributing Writer - The FABRICATOR®, 6/13/02

Making structural repairs in the field: Tips for solving typical problems  

Planning, gas, rigs, tips, location, and cutting all have significant effects on field welding jobs. Taking these into account may save you a lot of time and trouble when doing repair on structural members.
By: Marty Rice, Contributing Writer - www.thefabricator.com, 5/30/01