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Arc Welding
Arc Welding - The arc welding technology area focuses on the most commonly used arc welding processes, mainly GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, SMAW/stick, and plasma. The articles and press releases cover processes and power sources, plus all of the related items—electrodes and wire, wire feeders, fixtures, manipulators, positioners, and power sources. If you need information on personal protective gear, ventilation systems, and safety practices for welders, see our Safety coverage area.
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- From The WELDER
Fronius WF 25i Dual wire feeder lets users switch between filler wires on torch
- Jul 20, 2023
- Product Release
With the touch of a button, welders can switch to another filler metal or wire diameter using the Fronius WF 25i Dual.
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- From The WELDER
MR4Weld robotic welding system from Comau and Fincantieri designed for shipbuilding
- Jul 18, 2023
- Product Release
Comau and Fincantieri have introduced the MR4Weld mobile robotic welding system.
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- From The FABRICATOR
Cobots boost metal fabricator’s production 200% on TIG and MIG welding
- Jul 17, 2023
- News Release
Because traditional automation doesn’t lend itself to high-mix, low-volume operations, sheet metal fabricator Raymath purchased a Universal Robots cobot-based MIG welding system UR-certified systems integrator THG Automation.
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- From The WELDER
Miller’s Insight Centerpoint application measures welding data from Deltaweld power sources
- Jul 10, 2023
- Product Release
Miller Electric Mfg. LLC has announced that Deltaweld 350 and 500 power sources are now available with the Insight Centerpoint weld information application.
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- From The FABRICATOR
Exploring Weiler Abrasives' virtual reality experience for welders and fabricators
- By Darla Welton and Josh Welton
- Jul 3, 2023
- Blog Post
Welder-fabricator Josh Welton recently tested out Weiler Virtual World, a virtual reality (VR) abrasives training demo featuring cutting, grinding, and finishing simulation from Weiler Abrasives.
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- From The WELDER
Advance Welding marks 45 years in business
- Jun 29, 2023
- News Release
Springfield, Mass.-based Advance Welding, a welding and metal fabrication company serving the aerospace and defense, automotive, energy, medical, and semiconductor sectors, is celebrating its 45th year in business.
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- From The FABRICATOR
Kickhaefer Manufacturing Co. celebrates 115 years in business
- Jun 27, 2023
- News Release
Kickhaefer Manufacturing Co. (KMC), Port Washington, Wis., is marking its 115th year in business in 2023.
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- From The WELDER
Sales of Miller’s Honor helmet include donation to veterans’ support fund
- Jun 26, 2023
- Product Release
Miller Electric Mfg. LLC has introduced the Digital Infinity series Honor welding helmet, featuring a camouflage design and a 13.4-sq.-in. viewing area.
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- From The WELDER
Technology advancements in multiprocess welding machines
- By Kodi Welch
- Jun 21, 2023
- Article
Advancements in multiprocess welding machines have helped shops increase productivity and flexibility, saving time and money by simplifying all processes for their welders, including SMAW.
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- From The FABRICATOR
SSE Steel Fabrication expands with new technology
- Jun 16, 2023
- News Release
SSE Steel Fabrication is expanding its St. Bernard, La., facility with a $375,000 investment that will incorporate robotics and augmented reality into the manufacturing process.
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- From The WELDER
The Last Pass: Should welders join a professional organization?
- By Greg Siepert
- Jun 15, 2023
- Article
Greg Siepert says three pieces of advice have proved beneficial to him in his welding career. The first piece of advice he discusses is the value of joining a professional organization.
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- From The WELDER
Fronius iWave helps even novice TIG welders achieve quality welds
- Jun 12, 2023
- Product Release
Fronius offers the iWave with cold wire feed technology and TIG DynamicWire welding package, designed to help welders achieve perfect TIG welds, regardless of experience level, the company reports.
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- From The WELDER
Playing With Fire: Judging Michigan’s first SkillsUSA welding sculpture competition
- By Josh Welton
- Jun 12, 2023
- Article
Josh Welton was one of the judges for the inaugural SkillsUSA Michigan welding sculpture competition. He reviews the competition, the competitors and their ambitious sculptures, and calls on all welders and metal artists to help grow this niche competition.
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- From The WELDER
Addressing 8 common misconceptions about welding metal-cored wire
- By Tre’ Heflin-King
- Jun 10, 2023
- Article
It’s important for metal fabricators and welders to understand the capabilities and limitations of metal-cored wire before switching from other wire types for arc welding operations.
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- From The FABRICATOR
Metal, light, and color combine to form interactive sculpture at Minnesota airport
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Jun 10, 2023
- Article
Artist Jen Lewin’s “The Aurora” sculpture celebrates the famed northern lights at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport’s Terminal 1.
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