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More from Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- From The Fabricator
Building bridges
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Jan 9, 2012
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Some fabricators and educators are fascinated by bridges. Bridges come in many different types, and diverse materials are used to build them.
- From The Fabricator
Don’t junk it, make it better
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Oct 10, 2011
- Metals/Materials
- Article
By using today’s new alloys, you can cut costs, extend equipment use, and actually improve products. Here are some examples of how this can be done by welding with aluminum bronze (CuAl).
- From The Fabricator
What is abrasion-resistant material?
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Jul 21, 2011
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Creating welding procedures for abrasive-resistant (AR) materials can be difficult because many of them do not conform to ASTM, ASME, or SAE standards for chemical or mechanical properties. However, these materials can be welded successfully.
- From The Fabricator
Basic metallurgy for welders
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Apr 6, 2011
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Welders do not have to be metallurgy experts, but they do need to be knowledgeable about the chemical, mechanical, and physical properties of different materials.
- From The Fabricator
How metal production affects the welding process
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Jan 11, 2011
- Testing and Measuring
- Article
Welders may recognize that when porosity is present, the cause isn’t always the shielding gas, welding filler, or operator error. It can be caused by the steel production method, which can introduce porosity and other flaws.
- From The Fabricator
Upfront welding inspection considerations
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Jul 7, 2010
- Testing and Measuring
- Article
Welding inspection involves much more than simply checking the accuracy of welds after they are made. Inspectors must be knowledgeable about codes, standards, materials, and other fabricating processes.
- From The Fabricator
Just plain carbon steel — What is it?
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Mar 9, 2010
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Is there any such material as plain carbon steel? Is so, what is it, what's its chemical composition, and which applications are best-suited for its use?
- From The Fabricator
Scrubbing our industry
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Oct 13, 2009
- Shop Management
- Article
Today's industrial scrubber technology can help make existing energy companies more environmentally friendly. Fabricators with the right equipment, capacity, knowledge, and opportunity might find a new market in making components for these systems. Find out what it takes.
- From The Fabricator
Is cast iron just cast iron?
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Apr 28, 2009
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Cast iron comes in many different types with different properties. Not all can be welded, cut, or machined in the same way, and some types are better suited for specific applications than others. This article discusses the most common types and how to use them.
- From The Fabricator
The root causes of weld defects
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Oct 28, 2008
- Arc Welding
- Article
Bad welds can be traced back to poor workmanship, poor design, or a little of both.
- From The Fabricator
ASME and AWS welding codes—Similarities and differences
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Aug 26, 2008
- Shop Management
- Article
ASME and AWS welding codes are meant to improve the quality and efficiency of welding and are used to qualify welders. Learn about these welding codes here.
- From The Fabricator
Rebuilding the infrastructure
Skilled workers must be trained now
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Oct 9, 2007
- Shop Management
- Article
Recent news, such as the Minneapolis bridge collapse, confirms that the nation's aging infrastructure needs an overhaul. New materials will help make bridges and other structures stronger, but finding the work force to build them won't be an easy task. The state of West Virginia is launching an initiative that may speed up worker training.
- From The Welder
Why welders need advanced training
- By Professor R. Carlisle "Carl" Smith
- Jul 10, 2007
- Arc Welding
- Article
Becoming a skilled welder involves both hands-on and technical training from secondary and postsecondary instruction. Who should teach what and when to ensure that today's welders have the necessary skills? Longtime welder and welding professor Carl Smith shares his views.
- Podcasting
- Podcast:
- The Fabricator Podcast
- Published:
- 04/16/2024
- Running Time:
- 63:29
In this episode of The Fabricator Podcast, Caleb Chamberlain, co-founder and CEO of OSH Cut, discusses his company’s...
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