Nadia Reicher

Tube and pipe are made from a multitude of alloys, each with its own unique characteristics. Knowing how each reacts to cutting forces is necessary to determine the proper machining procedure for weld preparation.

Modern welding goes back nearly 100 years, but despite the many advances in welding technology, weld quality is still dependent on the thoroughness of weld preparation. Making welds that are robust enough to stand up to the rigors of many modern demands requires extreme accuracy and solid consistency in the weld preparation steps.