April 18, 2008
Articles
Where is the Grass Greener?
Bruce Vernyi, Editor-in-Chief E-mail: bvernyi@penton.com Although everyone acknowledges that there is a growing shortage of welders, it often seems difficult...
Dont Get All Twisted Up
Weldments frequently are subject to torsional loading. Unfortunately, designers often overlook such loading. Even when torsional loading is recognized,...
Welding 4130 Steel to T1
Q: Is it possible to weld AISI 4130 to ASTM A514 (commonly called T1) material? If so, what would be the appropriate stick electrode? I have always tried...
ABP Induction and Pillar Induction Merge
ABP Induction, LLC and Pillar Induction Company, LLC, both induction melting and heating companies, have combined their operations into ABP Induction,...
AWS Warns About Unauthorized Translations
The American Welding Society (www.aws.org) has issued a warning about the use of unauthorized translations of its standards and other publications in...
FabTech and AWS Welding Show to Join With MetalForm Even
Four industry organizations have formed an alliance that will lead to the combination in November, 2009, of the annual FabTech International & AWS Welding...
New Robot Training Certification
Fanuc Robotics America, Inc. (www.fanucrobotics.com) has developed a Certified Education Robot Training (CERT) program, and is making the program available...
Nominations Due for Image of Welding Awards
The American Welding Society (www.aws.org) and the Welding Equipment Manufacturers Committee (WEMCO), a standing committee at AWS, are seeking nominations...
Safety Guidelines Set
Robroy Industries (www.robroy.com) developed a safety program that David Marshall, the companys president and chief executive officer said includes all...
200-Amp Power Supply
The M200 welding system power supply from Swagelok Co. (www.swagelok.com) offers ease of use, portability, and 200-amp capability, at a weight of less...
Cut-Off Wheels for Stainless Steel
Rex-Cut Products Inc. (www.rexcut.com) said its new line of cut-off wheels can cut stainless steel as much as two times faster than conventional resinoid...
Flap Discs for Right-Angle Air Tools
BobCat abrasive flap discs from Weiler Corp. (wwwweilercorp.com) deburr, grind and blend using a right-angle air die grinder. The discs replace small-diameter...
High-Temperature Wire for Cast Irons
Arcos Industries LLC (www.arcos.com) has introduced a bare wire Arcos 2216 designed for welding high-strength cast irons for critical welding applications....
Metal Filler for Powder-Coated Parts
A single-component metal repair and patching compound that requires no mixing, applies easily, can be sanded, powder coated and baked or simply painted...
Pipe Saw Chain-Mount Bracket
ESCO Tool (www.escotool.com) has developed a chain-mount bracket that attaches its universal air-powered saw to pipe and bar stock quickly for applications...
Positioning System for Large or Delicate Loads
The Posi-Turner Load Rotation System (www.positurner.com), introduced by The Caldwell Group Inc., provides a safe, efficient and damage-free option for...
Zirconia Cut-Off Wheels
CGW-Camel Grinding Wheels (www.cgwheels.com) has introduced a line of 3-in. and 4-in. diameter zirconia cut-off wheels. Manufactured in the United States,...
Young Man Breathes New Life Into a Dying Art
At age 12, some youngsters are interested in learning how to become master gamers. But when Southwestern Illinois College student Dan Crabtree was 12,...
Smart Robotic Cells
The SmartTCP gantry robot welding cell. NPK Construction Equipment Inc. planned for a new manufacturing facility and began research on its options for...
Robotic GMAW Torch Maintenance
Robots are helping companies become more competitive by reducing costs and cycle times, but they are increasing one vital shop function: maintenance....
Laser Gas Regulation Systems
High powered CO2 lasers are used increasingly in metal fabrication applications, for such jobs as cutting metal plate and sheet, but to function properly,...
Annual Safety Awards
The Compressed Gas Association presented its prestigious safety awards at its annual meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. The association recognizes persons,...
Robots Weld Round Baler Rolls at New Holland Plant
By Mary Kay Morel, staff writer/editor, Motoman Inc. The New Holland Agriculture plant in New Holland, Pa., manufactures a wide variety of agricultural...
TIG Welding Takes Wing
By John Luck, product manager, Miller Electric Mfg. Co The Power of Flight is made from polished stainless steel. Its almost a modern-day fairy tale....
