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Arc Welding - Page 86
- From The Welder
Multiprocess welding system performs GMAW, brazing, cladding
- Nov 10, 2016
- Product Release
Kemppi is developing the X8 MIG Welder, a multiprocess system for GMAW, brazing, cladding, and heavy-duty gouging. The system, enabled by IoT-based technologies and connectivity, will be available in 2017. Features include a focused, intense arc; digital WPS; and full integration with WeldEye...
- From The Fabricator
Artist keeps ’em guessing
- By Eric Lundin
- Nov 3, 2016
- Article
Metal artist Chris O’Rourke goes a little further than most artists do, focusing on attention to detail. Many fabricators are more than a little mystified as to just how he did what he did, and most are equally perplexed when they realize how much time and effort he puts into his work.
- From The Welder
Self-contained blowtorch redesigned
- Nov 2, 2016
- Product Release
Gala Gar has changed the design of its Aerogala self‐contained blowtorch, adding a faster, more reliable ignition and a safety catch to prevent undesired ignition. The blowtorch is designed for professional work both in DIY and plumbing. It handles soft and hard welding of up to 0.87 in. dia. The...
- From The Welder
60 isn’t old, and other things I learned from dad
- By Josh Welton
- Nov 1, 2016
- Blog Post
If you reflect on who and where you are in life, chances are you’ll find yourself thinking of your childhood and those who had a significant influence on your development, both in terms of character and career. Maybe you followed in someone’s footsteps?
- From The Welder
Rotary positioner positions welding tabletops at 15-degree increments
- Nov 1, 2016
- Product Release
The BuildPro® rotary positioner from Strong Hand Tools® allows horizontal mounting of BuildPro® or Siegmund® welding tabletops for plane rotation. The gear-driven, free-turning mechanism enables smooth operation, stability, and controlled turning and positioning at 15-degree increments with...
- From The Fabricator
7 reasons cast-iron platen tables make sense for welding
- By Paul Cunningham
- Oct 31, 2016
- Article
Cast-iron platen tables have been around for decades, but many metal fabricators don't know about the usefulness or flexibility of these durable work surfaces.
- From The Welder
Still Building America—Randy follows the money and loves what he finds
- By Josh Welton
- Oct 30, 2016
- Blog Post
People choose careers for many reasons. Sometimes it really is about the money. It truly is a thing of beauty when following the money leads to a career you love—the reverse of the oft-given advice: Do what you love and the money will follow. It happens.
- From The Welder
On the crazy train to SEMA
- By Josh Welton
- Oct 27, 2016
- Blog Post
Some people are busy, and some are crazy-busy. Crazy-busy coupled with serious challenges isn’t for the fainthearted. Yet, the show must go on, and Josh Welton is on the road with the fruits of 100-hour weeks. Take a look.
- From The Fabricator
3 ways that welding vision systems boost production efficiency
- By Catherine Cline
- Oct 27, 2016
- Article
Consistent torch alignment, in-process quality checks, and postprocess reviews are three examples of how weld camera technology is helping to take these activities to the next level.
- From The Fabricator
From pilot to fabricator
- By Amanda Carlson
- Oct 24, 2016
- Article
When opportunity called, Navy veteran and barbecue grill fabricator Fred Moss was ready and willing to answer.
- From The Welder
Kimberly-Clark Professional announces winners of Jackson Safety scholarships
- Oct 21, 2016
- News Release
Kimberly-Clark Professional, Roswell, Ga., has awarded Jackson Safety scholarships to three experienced welding instructors selected by the American Welding Society for their commitment to welding safety. The award winners are: Adam Lynnes, Lynnes Welding Training Inc., Fargo, N.D. Dayton...
- From The Welder
Autodarkening helmet features blue-optical coating technology for clarity
- Oct 6, 2016
- Product Release
Weldcote Metals offers the UltraviewPlus autodarkening helmet. High-definition true-color filter optics allow the user to see the full spectrum of colors. Blue-optical coating technology provides optical clarity in a 12.93-sq.-in. viewing area. The helmet uses standard 4-1/2- by 5-1/4-in. cover...
- From The Welder
Welding equipment market expected to reach $19.1 billion by 2024
- Oct 5, 2016
- News Release
In a new report, "Welding Equipment Market: Global Industry Analysis and Forecast, 2016 -2024,” New York-based Persistence Market Research estimates the global welding equipment market will be valued at $10.5 billion by the end of 2016, with a CAGR of 7.9 percent from 2016 to 2024. Sustained...
- From The Welder
An Oktoberfest story for fabricators
- By Vicki Bell
- Oct 5, 2016
- Blog Post
Have you ever had anyone who owes you money offer to pay their debt with welding lessons? Kathy Walton did, and now she makes money using the skills she learned.
- From The Welder
GAWDA installs officers for 2016-2017
- Oct 4, 2016
- News Release
The Gases and Welding Distributors Association (GAWDA), Hollywood, Fla., has installed a new president, named a new executive committee member, and appointed three new vice presidents for service to the organization in the coming year. Mark Raimy, CEO of GAWDA member Welders Supply Co. - Raimy...
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