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From June 2009 issue of
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Field welding repair

Published: June 9, 2009
Tech Cell: Repair and Field Welding

Welding to repair damaged components in broken equipment involves three stages, each of which must be performed meticulously to ensure that the machinery runs properly and the repair lasts a reasonable length of time. What are these stages, and...
From March/April 2007 issue of
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Brazing copper and copper alloys

Published: March 13, 2007
Tech Cell: Repair and Field Welding

It is important to be able to identify when brazing is suitable for joining copper or copper alloys, how it is applied, and which filler metals to use.
From November 2004 issue of
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Weld repair—Analyze the failure before attempting the repair

Published: November 9, 2004
Tech Cell: Repair and Field Welding

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...
From July/August 2004 issue of
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Delta repair welders aim high

Published: July 13, 2004
Tech Cell: Repair and Field Welding

Pilots refer to flying experience as "seat time." For the 300-plus certified welders in Delta Air Lines' TechOps division, the term has a similar meaning. Certification is just the first step for them. Qualified GTAW welders here log...
From January 2004 issue of
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The future of structural welding

Published: January 13, 2004
Tech Cell: Repair and Field Welding

Like my history of welding article , this article is my small insight into the future of structural welding. Like I said before, if you are a history or English professor—and I'll add math professor to this group...
From January/February 2003 issue of
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Optimizing repair welding in oil refineries

Published: February 27, 2003
Tech Cell: Repair and Field Welding

A refinery is a complex array of pressure vessels, piping, structural carbon steel, and other components that depends on welding for its structural integrity. A minor problem can have enormous cost and safety implications.
From May/June 2000 issue of
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Repair Brazing: Fixing Faulty Jobs and worn-out components

Published: July 26, 2002
Tech Cell: Repair and Field Welding

Brazing has myriad uses for shop repairs. Knowing what seperates a proper brazing job from a poop one can save you alot of headaches and produce some slick results in the process.
From June 2002 issue of
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Mixing welds & bolts

Published: June 13, 2002
Tech Cell: Repair and Field Welding

This article provides background on bolted connections and situations in which welds are added to mechanically fastened joints. It also offers information on AWS code provisions for mixing fasteners and welds.
From May/June 2001 issue of
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Making structural repairs in the field

Published: May 30, 2001
Tech Cell: Repair and Field Welding

Planning, gas, rigs, tips, location, and cutting all have significant effects on field welding jobs. Taking these into account may save you a lot of time and trouble when doing repair on structural members.