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The Tube and Pipe Journal March 2011
The Tube and Pipe Journal became the first magazine dedicated to serving the metal tube and pipe industry in 1990. Today, it remains the only North American publication devoted to this industry, and it has become the most trusted source of information for tube and pipe professionals.
Tube, pipe cutting equipment - Part II
- By Eric Lundin
- Mar 10, 2011
- Tube and Pipe Fabrication
- Article
Lasers have been in use for industrial purposes for decades, and their capabilities continue to develop. Many machines these days can cut sheet and tubular sections, and fabricators are finding that the laser’s programmability really broadens their capabilities.
Ironing the wrinkles out of copper tubing
- By George Winton
- Mar 10, 2011
- Tube and Pipe Fabrication
- Article
A wiper die is helpful for making wrinkle-free bends. Understanding how one works can help you decide if you need to use one.
Designing a dust collection system for weld seam remetallizing
- By Scott McLaughlin
- Feb 25, 2011
- Tube and Pipe Production
- Article
OHSA seems to be taking an increased interest in worker safety and, according to OMB Watch, has been citing an increasing number of workplace violations. Tube and pipe producers who remetallize their product pay particular attention to OSHA Directive Number CPL 03-00-008, which deals with a hazard specific to remetallizing operations: explosive dust.
Old-school fabricator takes it one step at a time
- By Eric Lundin
- Feb 25, 2011
- Shop Management
- Article
Shortly after the company was founded as a welding and repair shop in 1949, Wells-Osborn Spiral Stairs found a niche in building spiral staircases. Founder Bill Osborn bought some equipment and made some of his own. Some of Osborn’s original ideas and equipment are still in use at the company 60 years later.
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