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Elia Levi
- From The Welder
Submerged arc welding optimization
- By Elia Levi and Naddir M. Patel, P. Eng.
- Nov 10, 2009
- Arc Welding
- Article
Suitable for welding various materials and plate thicknesses, submerged arc welding is considered an economical, efficient process. Yet, in the search for fine tuning this process, obvious solutions have been ignored in favor of exotic and expensive welding heads and power sources. Applying sound expertise and creative insight can lead to less costly solutions.
- From The Fabricator
Validating processes, procedures, and products
- By Elia Levi
- Jun 23, 2009
- Shop Management
- Article
The relatively new concept of validation likely will be used more and more by customers and certifying agencies to ascertain that all conceivable means were used to guarantee that a manufactured product indeed meets all requirements, including hidden characteristics not readily verifiable. This article gives an overview of typical applications.
- From The Fabricator
Where is the welding management?
- By Elia Levi
- May 27, 2008
- Shop Management
- Article
Skilled, responsible welders can be expected to perform tasks to which they are accustomed very well. But when a brand-new project comes in, management should be careful not to give welders responsibilities they are not prepared to take. They need more than encouragement and sympathy.
- From The Welder
Salvaging damaged shafts
- By Elia Levi
- Jan 15, 2008
- Arc Welding
- Article
Shafts are critical components of many machines, and a damaged shaft can hamper or halt production. Some failed shafts can be repaired and others can't. This article can help you determine which can be repaired and what to consider when attempting repairs.
- From The Fabricator
Planning a career in welding: A young person's guide
- By Elia Levi
- Jul 10, 2007
- Arc Welding
- Article
Welding can be a rewarding career. To be successful and satisfied in welding or any career requires planning, preparation, and pursuing a job you love. This article provides an overview of welding as a career, describes different opportunities, and lists resources that can help you to become a welder.
- From The Welder
What metals can be welded together?
- By Elia Levi
- Apr 10, 2007
- Arc Welding
- Article
What metals can be welded? Certain combinations cannot be joined successfully with fusion welding. Our experts offer a blueprint for the best solutions.
- From The Welder
Promising welding innovations
- By Elia Levi
- Nov 7, 2006
- Laser Welding
- Article
Our experts three welding innovations with decades-old roots that still struggle for widespread acceptance. Learn about innovative welding techniques here.
- From The Welder
Arc welding discontinuities
- By Elia Levi
- Jul 11, 2006
- Arc Welding
- Article
Welding discontinuities can affect product performance and longevity. Thoroughly understanding the various defects, their causes, severity, and remedies can help ensure high-quality and superior performance. This article presents an overview of welding defects and discusses design strategies to help prevent them.
- From The Welder
How to perform a successful tack weld
- By Elia Levi
- Apr 11, 2006
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Article
Performing a tack weld is a necessary preliminary step in many welding projects and must be done right at the start. Learn proper tack welding conditions here.
- From The Fabricator
Reverse engineering
- By Elia Levi
- Nov 8, 2005
- Shop Management
- Article
Typically, the idea for a fabricated product evolves into a manufacturing project from a complete set of engineering documents that define the product's scope, function, and limits and express its requirements. However, occasionally the necessary supporting documentation is unavailable and must be reconstructed.For example, you might want to study an old sunken Roman or Viking vessel to gather information on ancient materials and technology and to understand a past civilization.
- From The Fabricator
Fatigue Failures
- By Elia Levi
- Jun 14, 2005
- Testing and Measuring
- Article
Fatigue causes the majority of mechanical element failures in structures and machinery. It is important to understand the causes of the failure and how to prevent or repair it.
- From The Welder
How to bevel weld economically
- By Elia Levi
- Apr 11, 2005
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Article
Beveling in welding a common procedure used to shape the edges of thick plates or pipes, but not everybody knows how to bevel weld cost efficiently. Learn how here.
- From The Fabricator
Design for welding: Letter to an engineer
- By Elia Levi
- Mar 8, 2005
- Shop Management
- Article
Drawing Guide Notes courtesy of www.roymech.co.uk, a U.K.-based Web site. Editors Note: The image is presented solely for the purpose of illustrating typicaldrawing notes.My Dear Design Engineer, I sometimes am baffled by the way some of your colleagues deal with projects that require welding...
- From The Welder
Weld repair—Analyze the failure before attempting the repair
- By Elia Levi
- Nov 9, 2004
- Arc Welding
- Article
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 what caused the break before attempting the repair.
- Podcasting
- Podcast:
- The Fabricator Podcast
- Published:
- 03/05/2024
- Running Time:
- 65:35
After Ludlow Manufacturing Inc. (LMI) received The Fabricator's 2024 Industry Award, Todd Ludlow, founder and president of the...
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