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Mixed Metals Reactions: Danger in the ductwork

Under controlled conditions, aluminum and steel powders can be mixed to create a chemical reaction to produce heat for welding. If you mix these materials under uncontrolled conditions, you will want to call the fire department.

Publish date: April 10, 2003

Tech cell: Metals/Materials


Improving the bottom line in automotive applications: How to reduce the total cost of weld quality

The automotive industry is under extreme pressure to improve the productivity and quality of its operations. Tier 1 suppliers especially are being squeezed by a combination of very competitive upfront bidding for contracts and yearly price reductions. One area ripe for savings in most automotive companies is the total cost associated with welding quality.

Publish date: April 24, 2003

Tech cell: For Engineers


Establishing a die setup recipe for progressive dies

Setting up a stamping die is one of the most critical steps in a successful stamping process. It's a fact: More damage is done to a die, especially a progressive die, in the first 10 hits than in the next 10,000 hits. Most die damage happens during initial setup, when the material is being fed into the die. Mistakes such as misfeeds, pilot piercing, double metal, sheared cutting sections, and stock hang-ups often occur.

Publish date: April 10, 2003

Tech cell: Tool and Die