Cutting and Weld Prep Articles

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	Weld fixturing from virtual to reality : CAD-friendly modular fixturing helps job shop grab opportunity If an image is not displayed, click the hyperlinked figure number to view it. When Neil Porter, founder of NCAD Products Inc., added his... Publish date: May 11, 2009
	A briefing on portable milling tools: : 8 simple rules to do the job By: David Schreiner The traditional methods of torch cutting and grinding bevels and radius edges are being challenged today by portable milling machines.... Publish date: February 24, 2009
	Fixturing on display : POP display fabricator integrates robotic workcell efficient for small runs A Keystone employee brings the robot into position to check clearances in preparation of the weld sequence. Few areas of commerce are as... Publish date: November 6, 2007
	Choose the right industrial marker for your next job By: LA-CO Industries, Inc. On any welding job, the right tools are essential for precision, efficiency and safety, and selecting the right marking tool is a key decision... Publish date: August 8, 2007
	Smooth landing for new airport terminal roof fabrication project : Navigating challenges of Sept. 11 �blast� design, civic plaza concept By: Kate Bachman, STAMPING Journal® Editor Some events alter the course of everything that occurs after. The new Indianapolis International Airport terminal is one of the first airport... Publish date: September 11, 2007
	The many faces of plasma cutting By: Tex Whiting Figure 1 Manual plasma systems are most commonly used in the automobile repair, construction, and metal art industries. Plasma cutting is a... Publish date: May 8, 2007
	Material separation anxiety : Preventive maintenance tips for band saw blade care By: Adam Popson The structural materials that welding and fabrication shops must saw are more abusive to band saw blades than any other metal sawing... Publish date: November 7, 2006
	How to perform tack welding successfully By: Elia Levi, Contributing Writer TIG Tack Welding Photo courtesy of Weldcraft What Is Tack Welding? After items to be welded together have been positioned as... Publish date: April 11, 2006
	Productivity: From pipe dream to reality : Increase pipe fabrication efficiency before welding By: Pete Theriot The pipe fabrication industry continues to evolve because of changes in the work force, materials, welding specifications, and fabrication... Publish date: March 7, 2006
	Plasma cutting with a robot : Equipment, controls, and application basics By: Ken Trumbull Plasma arc cutting has proven to be a process suitable for robots. Automating plasma arc cutting has made the process more flexible for... Publish date: March 7, 2006
	Advanced materials require advanced knowledge : Understanding resistance spot weld performance on AHSS By: Jerry E. Gould and Warren Peterson Mode 1 failure (left) shows that separation occurs through the opposing sheet around the base of the weld, resulting in a full- button... Publish date: November 8, 2005
	Just say no to rework : Practice band saw techniques that help optimize time, cost By: Chuck Wahr The "3, 6-12, 24" rule is good to know when you're selecting tooth pitch for a particular application. No fewer than 3 teeth should be in... Publish date: November 8, 2005
	Details on Domex 700 MC : Joint prep, welding this extra-HSLA steel By: Mikael Reinberth I'm a welding engineer at a company that recently upgraded one of its applications to the extra-high-strength steel Domex® 700 MC.... Publish date: November 8, 2005
	Get your schedule in order : How first- and second-order decisions affect resistance weld schedules By: Bob Szabo Spot welds in this galvanized steel truck door frame must be free of surface burrs that can tear clothing when someone enters or exits the... Publish date: September 13, 2005
	Time and money : Consider both when choosing a tubular electrode By: Tim Hensley and Anthony Nikodym When choosing a tubular electrode—whether it's flux-cored or metal-cored—the objective is the same: Make the most of the wire... Publish date: July 12, 2005
	Incorporating beveling economically : Evaluating joint design, welding processes for edge preparation By: Elia Levi, Contributing Writer It's first important to know why and how beveling is used, and the key is realizing that joint design is process-dependent. In other words,... Publish date: April 11, 2005
	Frequently asked questions about hardfacing : Understanding what it is and how it�s used By: Bob Miller This robot is hardfacing an agricultural tool. At first glance, hardfacing can be confusing and troublesome; in reality, it isn't.... Publish date: March 8, 2005
	Three optional techniques for beveling : Understanding the advantages and drawbacks of each By: Gary Sheridan, Contributing Writer All of these methods generate no dust or fumes and produce paintable edges without distortion or a heat-affected zone (HAZ).... Publish date: February 26, 2004
	Selecting the right abrasives for your operation By: Richard Lawson, Contributing Writer The Nitty Gritty For each weld configuration and material there is an abrasive wheel that ensures optimal grinding results. The first... Publish date: August 14, 2003
	Four factors to consider when purchasing a grinder: You get what you pay for By: David Smith, Contributing Writer Cost often is a deciding factor when you purchase a grinder. However, the saying "you get what you pay for" can be true when you're talking about... Publish date: July 26, 2001
	Investigating applications, hardware, collision protection, and height control By: Ronald W. Schneider P.E., Contributing Writer Thermal cutting processes that can produce beveled edges are not new. In fact, they probably have been around nearly as long as oxyfuel... Publish date: January 16, 2003
	Welders turn to induction heating for preheating, stress relieving By: Mike Roth, Contributing Writer Although many industries have used induction heating for decades (see Sidebar ), it is a newcomer to industrial and construction... Publish date: November 15, 2001

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