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From March 2010 issue of The FABRICATOR

Beyond low-carbon steel : A brief, nontechnical discussion of welding metallurgy

Figure 1 Certain alloys, such as the high-carbon steel used in this caster roll, require sufficient preheat, which slows cooling after welding...

Publish date: March 1, 2010

From February 2010 issue of The FABRICATOR

Pernos pequeños, gran impacto : El cambio del material para soldadura de pernos ahorra millones a las plantas de energía

Read article in English Figure 1 La soldadura de pernos puede hacerse con una herramienta manual que es traída hacia el material. Foto...

Publish date: February 9, 2010

From February 2010 issue of The FABRICATOR

La GTAW o La GMAW robótica: ya no es una opción bien definida : La soldadura por arco de tungsteno se ha vuelto más fácil de automatizar, mientras que los robots de soldadura por arco de metal con gas están empezando a producir resultados de calidad en GTAW

Read article in English If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. Figure 1 Los avances...

Publish date: February 9, 2010

From November 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

One size does not fit all : Application needs drive welding system development

Figure 1 Push-button process selection potentially saves pipe fabrication shops $13,000 per year by reducing changeover time. Unless...

Publish date: November 24, 2009

From September 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

SMAW: A welder's guide - Advice and troubleshooting tips for beginners

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. Becoming proficient at SMAW takes practice and knowledge of...

Publish date: September 1, 2009

From February 2010 issue of The FABRICATOR

Tons of reasons for a new welding positioner : A new positioning table is helping P&H Mining Equipment keep up with its large fabrications

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. Figure 1 The electric shovels P&H Mining manufactures,...

Publish date: February 9, 2010

From September 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Small studs, big impact - Change in stud welding material saves power plant millions

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. Figure 1 Stud welding can be performed with a hand tool...

Publish date: September 1, 2009

From May, 2007 issue of Practical Welding Today

Arc Welding 101 - Paint tank troubles : Paint tank troubles

I am building a 400-gallon paint tank and I'm having trouble with leaks when using gas metal arc welding (GMAW). I'm using a welding machine...

Publish date: May 8, 2007

From February 2007 issue of Practical Welding Today

Arc Welding 101 - Preheating a shaft-sprocket assembly : Preheating a shaft-sprocket assembly

We are welding 1018 cold-rolled, 2.5-inch-diameter shaft to a sprocket made from 1045 steel. We preheat the shafts to about 200 to 250 degrees. We...

Publish date: February 13, 2007

From September 2006 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Starting a portable GTAW business Part IV: Stainless steel, aluminum tips : Part IV: Stainless steel, aluminum tips

Editor's Note: This is the last part of a four-part series on owning and operating a portable gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) business....

Publish date: September 12, 2006

From August 2006 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Starting a portable GTAW business Part III: Dos and Don'ts : Part III: Dos and Don'ts

Photo by Jason Gies, project engineer, Amer Industrial Technologies, Inc., 302-765-3900, www.amerindustrial.com. Editor's Note: This is...

Publish date: August 8, 2006

From July 2006 issue of Practical Welding Today

Starting a portable GTAW business Part I: Know your tools and skills : Part I: Know your tools and skills

Editor's Note: This is the first part of a four-part series on owning and operating a portable gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) business....

Publish date: July 11, 2006

From July 2006 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Starting a portable GTAW business Part II: Know your customers : Part II: Know your customers

Editor's Note: This is the second part of a four-part series on owning and operating a portable gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) business....

Publish date: July 11, 2006

From February 2006 issue of The FABRICATOR

Up with energy prices and wind towers - Automation, consultation help plate fabricator meet demand for wind tower masts

A programmable rotary bevel head creates any combination of vertical and bevel cuts up to a 45-degree angle to prepare the cut edge for...

Publish date: February 7, 2006

From January 2010 issue of The FABRICATOR

Holding back the hydrogen : Back to basics on electrode selection and good welding practices

There it is. It could be plain as day. It could be exposed via a die penetrant test, an ultrasonic test, or perhaps a magnetic particle...

Publish date: January 15, 2010

From January 2010 issue of TPJ - The Tube & Pipe Journal

No purge, no problem : Finding the right steps to purge the purge from P91 procedure

Figure 1 The Gateway Energy and Coke Co. in Granite City, Ill., is a dual-use facility. It uses coal to produce coke for use in...

Publish date: January 6, 2010

From January 2010 issue of Practical Welding Today

GMAW guns and consumables : Separating myth from truth

Figure 1 Familiarizing yourself with the myths and truths about GMAW guns and consumables can have a significant impact on productivity,...

Publish date: January 6, 2010

From December 2009 issue of TPJ - The Tube & Pipe Journal

Induction system speeds pipe welding projects : A cool way to heat pipe

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. When it comes to pre- and postweld heat treatment, many...

Publish date: December 1, 2009

From November 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Common technical mistakes new welders make and how to avoid them

New welders naturally will make plenty of technical mistakes. By Merriam-Webster's definition, technical means "having special and usually...

Publish date: November 24, 2009

From November 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

One size does notfit all : Application needs drive welding system development

Unless you're that exceptional standard-sized person, chances are that one-size-fits-all clothing requires compromises. While tight gloves...

Publish date: November 24, 2009

From November 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR en Español

Lo básico de la SMAW: ¿cuánto sabe usted? : Haga la prueba y descubra dónde necesita mejorar su conocimiento sobre soldadura

Read article in English Aquí tiene unas cuantas preguntas básicas sobre soldadura por arco metálico protegido (SMAW o soldadura de...

Publish date: November 12, 2009

From November 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Submerged arc welding optimization

Photo courtesy of ESAB Editor's Note: Naddir M. Patel, Calgary, Alb., Canada, former director of operations at Silico Products, Mumbai, an...

Publish date: November 10, 2009

From October 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Robotic GTAW or GMAW: No longer a clear-cut choice : Gas tungsten arc welding has become easier to automate, while gas metal arc welding robots are starting to produce GTAW-quality results

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. Figure 1 Technology advancements have made GTAW easier to...

Publish date: September 6, 2009

From September 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Newbie mistakes made, experience gained

We all make mistakes. What's important is that we learn from them. However, some mistakes on a welding job can be disastrous and should be...

Publish date: September 29, 2009

From September 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Cutting cable clutter : Company selects inverters to reduce potential safety hazards and improve weld quality at nuclear facility

Ivan Newcomb, a journeyman pipe welder with UA Local 598, performs GTAW with an inverter at a work site about 10 feet below ground. "We just...

Publish date: September 29, 2009

From September 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Preparing for GMAW, back to basics: All about setup : Details matter when preparing to weld

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it.   Of all the welding processes, gas metal...

Publish date: September 1, 2009

From September 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Enhancing the GTAW process

For at least six decades, traditional gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW or TIG) has been considered the process of choice for attaining...

Publish date: September 15, 2009

From September 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

SMAW: A welder's guide : Advice and troubleshooting tips for beginners

Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) is the most common form of arc welding. However, creating a good weld is not always easy, especially for a...

Publish date: September 15, 2009

From August 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Movimientos suaves con soldadura por arco metálico con gas : Perfeccionar la técnica de soldadura requiere un pulso firme y una vista clara

Si la imagen no se puede visualizar, cliquee en el número de la figura para verla. Read article in English "Verifique su Equipo Al...

Publish date: August 17, 2009

From August 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Stick welding: Tips for top performance : 5 steps can help a welder avoid getting stuck with poor welds

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. For those who are new to it or perhaps who don't weld every...

Publish date: August 1, 2009

From July 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

A streetcar to desire [again] : Welder/fabricator gets century-old trolleys back on track

As the only metalworking restoration technician at the Seashore Trolley Museum, Kennebunkport, Maine, Bernie Bisnette likens his job to a case...

Publish date: July 27, 2009

From July 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Learn your trade, pay your dues : Advice for new welders

I've paid my dues during my long and crazy welding career. I've had good jobs and bad jobs, good bosses and bad bosses, and I've met good and...

Publish date: July 28, 2009

From May 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

GTAW la delgada linea : Las mejores practicas evitan problemas al soldar material delgado

Si la imagen no se puede visualizar, cliquee en el número de la figura para verla. Read article in English Lo delgado está de...

Publish date: July 22, 2009

From July 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Trends in offshore energy : Training, technology help overcome skill shortage

Although Hurricane Katrina lasted just seven days from start to finish, it was among the most destructive natural disasters in the history of...

Publish date: July 28, 2009

From September 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Todo lo que usted siempre quiso saber sobre GTAW : La soldadura por arco de tungsteno con gas puede usarse para soldar una gama de materiales mas amplia que la mayoria de los

Si la imagen no se puede visualizar, cliquee en el número de la figura para verla. Más difícil de aprender que algunos otros procesos de...

Publish date: September 1, 2008

From July 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

The GTAW top 10 : How to identify and remedy common GTAW mistakes

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. Figure 1 This GTAW is the result of poor gas coverage, which...

Publish date: July 1, 2009

From June 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Pistolas GMAW: mas que una mercancia : 6 componentes de pistola que pueden hacer la diferencia

Read article in English Muchos soldadores piensan con frecuencia en una pistola de soldadura por arco metálico (GMAW, por sus siglas en...

Publish date: July 7, 2009

From May 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Stick welding fundamentals

A great way to bust into stick welding for a hobby is with a cracker box and some mild steel plate. A cracker box, or buzz box for the...

Publish date: May 26, 2009

From January 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

¿ Atascado en la SMAW? : Respuestas fáciles a 8 preguntas comunes sobre electrodos

Si la imagen no se puede visualizar, cliquee en el número de la figura para verla Read article in English Usar SMAW puede ser tan...

Publish date: May 22, 2009

From November 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Puntoas basicos de capacitacion para soldadores: el posicionado : La clara identificacion de las posiciones de soldar es vital

Si la imagen no se puede visualizar, cliquee en el número de la figura para verla Read article in English El comunicar la posición correcta...

Publish date: May 21, 2009

From May 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

Welding Update for Infrastruture:Building the bridge to anywhere : An Arizona-based bridge fabricator dares to be different, and succeeds

To say that Stinger Welding Inc. is unique could be considered an understatement. After all, the AISC-certified fabricator of bridges and...

Publish date: May 15, 2009

From May 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Automating to grow : G&W Products is in an unusual situation. It’s growing.

Figure 1 G&W Products is in a good place during this downturn—with plenty of work on the floor G&W Products is in an unusual...

Publish date: May 1, 2009

From April 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

Building the bridge to anywhere : An Arizona-based bridge fabricator dares to be different, and succeeds

To say that Stinger Welding Inc. is unique could be considered an understatement. After all, the AISC-certified fabricator of bridges and...

Publish date: April 1, 2009

From April 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Welding with vision : Vision systems errorproof, add flexibility to robotic welding

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. If you had asked anyone in manufacturing five years ago, "What...

Publish date: April 14, 2009

From 4/9/09 issue of TPJ - The Tube & Pipe Journal

Piping in productivity on heavy-gauge stainless steel : Taking a pass on the hot pass

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. Stainless Piping Systems Inc., Toronto, is no stranger to...

Publish date: April 1, 2009

From March 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

Focus, passion, integrity : Winners of Be True To Your School contest get visit from Palmiter, race car

The inaugural Be True to Your School contest brought Brennan Palmiter and his stock car to Lebanon, Mo. It's one thing to hear about the...

Publish date: March 14, 2009

From March 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Smooth moves with GMAW : Perfecting welding technique requires a steady hand and a clear view

To steady your hand, brace your elbow or upper arm against a tabletop or other secure object. Lea este articulo Enspanol Welders of the...

Publish date: March 24, 2009

From March 2009 issue of The FABRICATOR

Smooth wire feeding, smooth welding : Questioning wire-dispensing practices produces big payoffs

If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. Figure 1 Welders often take inconvenience for granted. If...

Publish date: March 24, 2009

From March 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

Mastering GTAW of anodized aluminum : A welder's guide

Performing gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) on anodized aluminum is a bit like trying to poke a hole in a sheet of ice without disturbing the...

Publish date: March 24, 2009

From March 2009 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Think females can't weld? Think again

"Girls can't weld!" That's what one of my students nicknamed "Bucky" said many years ago as a lone female walked into my all-male welding...

Publish date: March 10, 2009

From March 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

It takes two, baby : Hybrid laser welding processes make strides in manufacturing

Hybrid laser-arc welding (HLAW) is not a new concept, but it has gained in popularity recently. Faster travel speeds, less heat input and...

Publish date: March 10, 2009

From December 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Welding for all seasons : American Heli-Arc welds for general industry, racing, and even art

Tom Young knows people. He knows Dan Pastorini, onetime Houston Oilers quarterback and today a race car owner and driver for the SCCA Pro SPEED...

Publish date: December 16, 2008

From January 2009 issue of Practical Welding Today

Straightening out GMAW gun feedability : Causes of poor wire feed and how to avoid them

Whether you weld every day as part of your profession or occasionally as a hobby, you are probably always looking for ways to improve the...

Publish date: January 13, 2009

From December 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Pulse welding eases exotic-metal fabrication : Furnace fabricator pulse welds copper, aluminum-bronze

Fundamentally, steelmaking electric arc furnaces transfer energy—lots of it. Used at mini-mills throughout the world, the furnaces'...

Publish date: December 14, 2008

From November 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Measuring up as a welder

Knowing how to read a tape measure, or I should say not knowing how to read a tape measure, caused me a lot of aggravation one day. I was...

Publish date: November 25, 2008

From November 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

Truckin' along : Fabricator 'dumps' spatter, improves deposition with new welding technology

Dump bodies start out upside down and are flipped after the sides are attached. Then the fronthead and tailgate, including hinges, are welded in...

Publish date: November 25, 2008

From November 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

GTAW common joint designs

Welding a T joint on aluminum, the welder demonstrates proper torch and filler metal positioning. Photo courtesy of Weldcraft. The three most...

Publish date: November 11, 2008

From November 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

Tips for TIG torches : Simplifying torch assembly

As if gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) weren't already difficult to master, GTAW torches have numerous interchangeable parts and designs to...

Publish date: November 11, 2008

From October 2008 issue of TPJ - The Tube & Pipe Journal

TIG for titanium tubing : Success hinges on filler metal selection, cleanness, gas coverage

Titanium is 45 percent lighter than steel, 60 percent heavier than aluminum, and more than three times stronger than either of them. While it...

Publish date: October 28, 2008

From October 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

The root causes of weld defects : Poor procedures, design lead to welding problems on the floor

Weld defects happen for a host of reasons. Air may creep into the weldment to cause porosity. The wrong amount of heat can cause cracking. Bad...

Publish date: October 28, 2008

From September 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Welding hazards and how to prevent them

In my articles, I relate some of the funny, crazy, and scary things I've seen or had happen to me. I do this for several reasons. One,...

Publish date: September 30, 2008

From September 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Understanding ultrasonic welding : What it is; what it does; where it's going

Figure 1 Click image to view larger Although the means by which the vibrations are produced in the wedge-reed system differ from the lateral...

Publish date: September 30, 2008

From August 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

GTAW the thin line : Best practices prevent common problems when welding thin material

Lea este articulo en Espanol Thin is in—for materials, that is. Because of stringent weight, space, and design requirements in...

Publish date: August 26, 2008

From August 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Welder training essentials: Positioning it right : Clearly identifying welding positions is vital

Figure 1 Click image to view larger ASME Section IX specifies the ranges of production welding positions. Lea este articulo en Espanol...

Publish date: August 26, 2008

From June 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

The lowdown on low-alloy filler metals : Your options for welding chrome-moly pipe

Chrome-moly pipe has become a standard in industries such as power generation, chemical processing, and petroleum refinement, not only for its...

Publish date: June 17, 2008

From July 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

Submerged arc welding : then and now : It's not your father's sub-arc process

Submerged arc welding (SAW) is so named because the weld and arc zone are submerged beneath a blanket of flux. The flux material becomes...

Publish date: July 29, 2008

From July 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Becoming the best danged welder on the block

In recent articles I've asked why in the heck you'd want to weld , and I've discussed what companies want from workers , so now I...

Publish date: July 29, 2008

From July 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

20,000 welds under the sea : Maintaining and repairing the world's largest ships

Globe-trotting to places like Rio and Curaçao sounds like an adventure out of a spy movie. It's actually just another day at work for...

Publish date: July 29, 2008

From June 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Troubleshooting welding conductivity

Tight connections between the cables, feeder, power source, gun components, and the workpiece are essential to delivering a consistent current...

Publish date: June 17, 2008

From June 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Tips for troubleshooting GMAW consumables : Gun and consumable issues have many potential causes but inexpensive, simple cures

Making a high-quality gas metal arc weld is no easy task. But making a high-quality weld when your gun and consumables aren't functioning...

Publish date: June 17, 2008

From April 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

¿Atascado en la SMAW? : Respuestas fáciles a 8 preguntas comunes sobre electrodos

Read this article in English Usar SMAW puede ser tan complicado para el soldador amateur como lo es para el profesional. Contestar...

Publish date: April 1, 2008

From May 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

See Brennan go : 16-year-old finds passion is racing and welding

Most 16-year-old high school students are focused on getting their driver's licenses, planning for the next school dance, or gearing up for...

Publish date: May 13, 2008

From May 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

Automation training for a new work force. : What to look for in an orbital welding training program

Finding skilled welders is becoming difficult and will only become more difficult in the near future. According to the American Welding Society...

Publish date: May 13, 2008

From May 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

What do companies want from their workers?

As an author, my trademark is beginning my articles with something stupid I've done. Fortunately, or unfortunately I have a huge list to...

Publish date: May 13, 2008

From April 2008 issue of TPJ - The Tube & Pipe Journal

Modified GMAW for root passes : Modified process improves results on stainless, carbon steel pipe

A new, modified short-circuit transfer technology can help stainless steel pipe fabricators increase productivity to meet the growing demand for...

Publish date: April 15, 2008

From April 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Educating beyond the arc : Grant program funds a new kind of welding education

Students at Lorain County Community College get hands-on training. A new grant program has allowed the school to expand its offerings to include...

Publish date: April 15, 2008

From March 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Learning TIG

Photo courtesy of The Lincoln Electric Company Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), which used to be called heliarc, is referred to by most...

Publish date: March 11, 2008

From March 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Flat, straight, and shiny : Student, instructors collaborate on welded metal art sculpture

Figure 1 Larry Clevenger, Nancy von Lugossy, and Mike Merriman at the site of their welded metal art sculpture. At the start of each term,...

Publish date: March 11, 2008

From March 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

Spin city : Considering a rotary weld positioner? Look around for the full story

It's easy to overlook equipment used to position a workpiece for welding, but turn for turn these machines make welding circular assemblies...

Publish date: March 11, 2008

From March 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

The facts on welding titanium : American Welding Society D1.9 Structural Welding Code is a new tool for welders' toolboxes

Many engineers and fabricators believe that titanium is a mysterious and difficult metal to weld—a fact that contributes to its...

Publish date: March 11, 2008

From March 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Virtually welding : Training in a virtual environment gives welding students a leg up

A virtual reality simulation of gas metal arc welding a fillet weld. A recent study led to an odd conclusion: Playing video games may...

Publish date: March 11, 2008

From February 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Go! Brennan : Putting the pedal to the metal and taking the metal to the classroom

Brennan Palmiter and his stock car What moves faster than Brennan Palmiter's stock car? Palmiter himself—a young (16), motivated,...

Publish date: February 26, 2008

From February 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

GMAW 101: Setting the correct parameters

Good gas metal arc weld. Photo courtesy of Miller Electric Unless you weld for a living, it can be difficult to know if your gas metal arc...

Publish date: February 12, 2008

From February 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Innovative workholding streamlines welding at Vermeer : Lean thinking helps weed out inefficiencies in the weld cell

Lean manufacturing drove Vermeer to organize weld cells for maximum productivity. Whenever possible, the company places fixtures in the weld...

Publish date: February 12, 2008

From May 2003 issue of The FABRICATOR

Putting the spin on benchtop positioners for tube and pipe welding : Features and capabilities for rotating round workpieces

Many fabricating shops must weld tube and pipe assemblies for both short-run and production-length jobs. Tube to tube, pipe to pipe, and pipe...

Publish date: January 29, 2008

From January 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Salvaging damaged shafts

Photo courtesy of B+B Dynamo + Armature Ltd., Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Shafts are important, highly stressed mechanical elements used to...

Publish date: January 15, 2008

From January 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

Duplex stainless and its alloys

What is duplex stainless steel? Duplex stainless is fast becoming the material of choice when improved corrosion resistance and mechanical...

Publish date: January 15, 2008

From January 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Why in the heck would you want to weld?

In the high school welding classes I teach, I try to include craftsmen, college/trade school representatives, and military recruiters as...

Publish date: January 15, 2008

From January 2008 issue of Practical Welding Today

What's your frequency : The role of adjustable output frequency in GTAW

Before the advent of inverter-based gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) machines, frequency control was rarely thought of as a way to improve...

Publish date: January 15, 2008

From January 2008 issue of www.thefabricator.com

Start with the basics: Understanding flux-cored wires

By arming yourself with some basic knowledge, you can choose and use flux-cored wires for your own welding applications confidently....

Publish date: January 15, 2008

From January 2008 issue of The FABRICATOR

Vertical SMAW: It's a stick up : 5 tips to get it right when it's needed most

Figure 1 SMAW, or stick welding, requires a certain mastery of skills, and vertical and overhead stick welding is that much more...

Publish date: January 15, 2008

From November 2007 issue of Practical Welding Today

9-1-1: Weld Emergency! : Microwelding shop performs on-the-spot fixes

Looking through the microscope of the laser welding machine, Eric Hild adds metal to a part the size of a battery, which is held stationary by a...

Publish date: November 6, 2007

From November 2007 issue of Practical Welding Today

Up to speed : Welders at Penske Racing strive for strength and safety

NASCAR® roots run deep in the American Southeast. More than 50 years ago, atop sandlot racetracks with haystack walls, local thrill-seekers...

Publish date: November 6, 2007

From November 2007 issue of The FABRICATOR

Holding up under 'pier' pressure : Metal pier manufacturer banks on durability, service to stay afloat

Nordcap began using steel to build its docks because the steel lasts longer than wood and it creates a minimal footprint on the bottom of the...

Publish date: November 6, 2007

From November 2007 issue of www.thefabricator.com

The whats, whys, and whens of GTAW

If you are among those who want to learn about welding just for fun, or if you are considering a new career, knowledge is always the key to...

Publish date: November 6, 2007

From August 2007 issue of Practical Welding Today

Ensure good feeding with FCAW electrodes

The FCAW process in the United States is currently estimated at more than 245 million pounds a year and still growing in popularity and use in all...

Publish date: August 8, 2007

From October 2007 issue of TPJ - The Tube & Pipe Journal

Orbital welding of stainless steel pipe for water systems : Productivity and quality improved over manual welding

This typical AWT skid shows orbitally welded stainless steel tubing mounted on a stainless frame. After being the industrial wing of a...

Publish date: October 9, 2007

From Otono 2007 issue of The FABRICATOR en Español

Obtenga la conexión : 5 consejos prácticos para conectar su antorcha de GTAW

Ya sea que usted sea nuevo en la soldadura por arco de tungsteno con gas (GTAW) o que usted sea un fabricante experto, los miles de...

Publish date: October 9, 2007

From Verano 2007 issue of The FABRICATOR en Español

No hay nada más sano que una bocanada de aire fresco : Cómo controlar los riesgos para la salud por vapores de soldadura

La mayoría de los soldadores que usan poderosas herramientas y equipo comprenden los riesgos de seguridad asociados con éstos. Algunos riesgos...

Publish date: July 10, 2007

From September 2007 issue of Practical Welding Today

Don't underestimate welding vocab

I was recently involved in a discussion about a joint discontinuity. We were trying to determine whether it could be considered undercut or...

Publish date: September 11, 2007