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Articles - Page 228
- From The Fabricator
Continuous improvement, from the first quote to the final shipment
- By Tim Heston
- Apr 1, 2015
- Shop Management
- Article
Burlington, Ky.-based Skilcraft LLC has changed a lot in the past decade. It has moved away from the traditional job shop model toward comprehensive contract fabrication. And it got there by scrutinizing every step of the manufacturing process, from quoting to shipping.
- From The Fabricator
Minimum inside sheet metal bend radius vs what's recommended
- By Steve Benson
- Apr 1, 2015
- Bending and Forming
- Article
The minimum inside sheet metal bend radius shows the smallest radius that’s possible in an air bend, but your machines may not be able to handle it.
- From The Welder
Improving deposition rates with submerged arc welding
- By Zak Stapp
- Mar 26, 2015
- Arc Welding
- Article
Understanding the submerged arc welding process, and the overall equipment needs, and selecting the proper wire and flux combination for the application can help an operation realize its full potential.
- From The Welder
Fabricating for the win
- By Amanda Carlson
- Mar 26, 2015
- Arc Welding
- Article
What does it take to make it in this ultracompetitive world where your work is heavily scrutinized, your time is not your own, and all the while you have a driver’s life in your hands? It requires incredible skill, yes, but there are other qualities you must possess and things you must accomplish. To be successful at one of racing’s top teams requires more than just welding ability. It requires an unparalleled dedication to the sport and to your craft. With that dedication, however, sometimes comes sacrifice.
- From The Fabricator
WorldAutoSteel Guidelines for AHSS shed light on lightweighting
- By Daniel J. Schaeffler
- Mar 25, 2015
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Advanced high-strength steels are made differently in the steel mill, and they need to be processed differently in part manufacturing. WorldAutoSteel released forming and welding guidelines intended to help the users of these products work through the differences.
- From The Fabricator
Gauging welding’s success
- By Tim Heston
- Mar 25, 2015
- Automation and Robotics
- Article
In recent years Ashcroft’s Connecticut plant has changed significantly. It’s an operation transitioning from batch-style production to lean part flow, and a new, flexible welding cell has helped the manufacturer prepare for future improvements.
- From The Fabricator
How clean is the air in your manufacturing facility?
Metalworking facilities have to meet basic federal requirements for indoor air quality, but some companies may choose to go beyond that to create a work environment that encourages employee engagement and higher productivity.
- From The Welder
Stainless Steel Workshop: Weldability of ferritic stainless steels
- By Jeff Heagey
- Mar 23, 2015
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Q: What filler wires are best-suited for welding ferritic stainless steel? A: Automotive exhaust systemand component manufacturers such as ArvinMeritor, Benteler, Faurecia, and Delphi have welded ferritic stainless steel for years. Their choice of filler metal, either a 409 or a 439, provided a...
- From The Welder
Stainless Steel Workshop: Stainless steel production certification
- By Jeff Heagey
- Mar 23, 2015
- Metals/Materials
- Article
There continues to be confusion in the marketplace about the conformance standard fr the various classifications of stainless steel products. The American Welding Society establishes guidelines to which manufacturers must conform depending on the specification. However, within the specification,...
- From The Welder
Stainless Steel Workshop: Ferritic stainless steels
- By Jeff Heagey
- Mar 20, 2015
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Q: What are the advantages of ferritic stainless steels? A: When a fabrication requires corrosion resistance and high performance, your foremost concern is its affordability. One metal that can meet this demand is ferritic stainless steel. Grades include AISI type 409, 11CfCb, 430, 436, 439, and...
- From The Welder
Stainless Steel Workshop: Controlling Corrosion
- By Jeff Heagey
- Mar 20, 2015
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Q: How do I control corrosion in stainless steel? A: Corrosion in stainless steel is one of the most troublesome technical concerns for fabricators. Whether localized or widespread, corrosion takes many forms, depending on the particular service environment. Some common types are general...
- From The Fabricator
Supporting professional development in sheet metal forming
- By Bill Frahm
- Mar 19, 2015
- Shop Management
- Article
Today’s sheet metal formers must continually learn new skills to keep up with new materials, product specifications, and forming technologies. How do you attract and train a workforce that is sustainable in these ever-changing times?
- From The Welder
Metallurgy Matters: From one extreme to the other
- By Bob Capudean
- Mar 19, 2015
- Metals/Materials
- Article
In terms of temperatures, the heat-affected zone (HAZ) has it all—from near liquidus to near ambient and everything in between—a fact that makes the HAZ a tricky piece of real estate to understand the predict. Why? Remember, a number of metallurgical changes can take place in hot metal, and...
- From The Welder
Metallurgy Matters: Unlike oil and water, gas and metal can really mix it up
- By Bob Capudean
- Mar 17, 2015
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Gas-metal reactions take place every time you weld. They happen quickly, especially at temperatures above 3,000 degrees F, and can cause serious problems. Of course, not all gas-metal reactions are bad; some are designed in, while others simply take place with no ill effects. But some prove quite...
- From The Welder
Aluminum Workshop: Matching filler alloys with A356 aluminum
- By Frank Armao
- Mar 16, 2015
- Aluminum Welding
- Article
Need to do welding on A356 aluminum castings? The experts at FMA explain what filler alloys you should use when welding A356 aluminum. Learn more here.
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