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Arc Welding - Page 57
- From The Fabricator
A truck fit for a metal fabricator
- By Josh Welton
- Aug 6, 2019
- Blog Post
Jeep’s Gladiator Rubicon truck is a heavy-duty vehicle that any metal fabricator can appreciate.
- From The Welder
Lincoln Electric’s LN-25X wire feeder features adjustable wire run-in speed
- Aug 6, 2019
- Product Release
Lincoln Electric has introduced the new LN-25X, a portable industrial wire feeder with CrossLinc and True Voltage Technology. Designed for construction, pipe, metal fabrication, shipbuilding, and rental fleet applications, it provides increased control with a reduced number of cables. Features...
- From The Welder
ReadyRest from Strong Hand Tools supports welders’ arms
- Aug 5, 2019
- Product Release
Strong Hand Tools offers the ReadyRest two-section, articulated arm rest. It supports the welder’s extended arm during welding for better control and reduced fatigue. The arm rest can be adjusted for height, and it swivels smoothly for work in precise locations. The arm cup turns in a 360-degree...
- From The Welder
DGP’s Tri-Mix electrodes offer less power, gas consumption
- Aug 2, 2019
- Product Release
Diamond Ground Products has created DGP Tri-Mix tungsten electrodes. They offer reliable arc striking, low burnoff rate, a high-quality arc, 35 percent less power consumption, 40 percent more service life, 50 percent less setup cost, and 50 percent less gas consumption than similar products, the...
- From The Welder
Removing burrs on pipe with a TIG torch
- Jul 31, 2019
- News Release
I always dread removing the burrs from the cut ends of stainless steel and aluminum pipe. Like most people I used a die grinder, which is dangerous and loud. I started running a TIG torch over the wall of the pipe. Not only does the torch burn off the burrs, it gives the wall a nice radius with no...
- From The Welder
Constructive criticism, high expectations are a form of love
- By Josh Welton
- Jul 31, 2019
- Article
In metal fabrication and manufacturing there is no such thing as standing still. We need to stop fearing change at its face, and stop quietly taking whatever our politicians, law officials, and bosses deem good enough. We should loudly fight to shape the change to our liking.
- From The Welder
Lincoln Electric releases fourth generation of VIKING 2450 and 3350 welding helmets
- Jul 29, 2019
- Product Release
Lincoln Electric has launched the next generation in professional autodarkening welding helmets. The new VIKING 2450 and 3350 series welding helmets feature 4C optics and a low-profile external grind button that allows the operator to switch quickly between weld and grind mode without having to...
- From The Welder
Finishing stainless steel
- By Michael Radaelli
- Jul 27, 2019
- Article
Stainless steel has several common finishes. It’s important to know what these common finishes are and why they are important. Recent innovations in abrasives technology can reduce process steps to deliver the desired finish, including that sought-after surface shine.
- From The Welder
What makes stainless steel stainless?
- By Frank Babish
- Jul 26, 2019
- Article
The foundation for conquering many stainless steel welding challenges starts with remembering that the material acquires its stainless property by forming a layer of chromium oxide.
- From The Welder
A primer for welding stainless steel
- By Rhonda Zatezalo and Terrence Norris
- Jul 25, 2019
- Article
Welding stainless steel isn’t easy. Here are five challenges all welders should be aware of.
- From The Welder
A guide to shielding gases for GMAW
- By Jerome Parker and Seth Perrin
- Jul 24, 2019
- Article
Shielding gases protect the weld pool from outside contamination, so it’s critical to use the right one. Learn how to choose the right shielding gas for GMAW here.
- From The Welder
Tackling precision stainless steel TIG welding as a team
- By Amanda Carlson and Corey Stulce
- Jul 23, 2019
- Article
Three welders from New Hampshire tackle precision stainless steel TIG welding together.
- From The Welder
Jim’s Cover Pass: Will there ever be a standard welding instructional curriculum?
- By Jim Mosman, AWS, CWI/CWE
- Jul 20, 2019
- Article
A welding instructor asks Jim Mosman if there will ever be a standard welding curriculum; Jim explains why there isn't ... yet.
- From The Welder
Boostweld gets trademark for patented GMAW gas flow technology
- Jul 18, 2019
- News Release
Taipei, Taiwan-based Boostweld has been granted a trademark for its patented GMAW gas flow technology, which reduces shielding gas consumption by 70 percent at optimum velocity compared to other GMAW systems, according to the company. The patent, awarded in April 2017, outlines an insulator with an...
- From The Fabricator
5 steps to code welding success
- By Tim Heston
- Jul 16, 2019
- Article
Code welding is a complicated business. Luckily, there are comprehensive road maps to follow. When in doubt, refer to the code for welding. Learn more here.
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