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Practical Welding Today March/April 2009
The Welder, formerly known as Practical Welding Today, is a showcase of the real people who make the products we use and work with every day. This magazine has served the welding community in North America well for more than 20 years.
Arc Welding 101: Sorting out SAW
- By Paul Cameron
- Oct 8, 2014
- Arc Welding
- Article
Q: What is the procedure qualification test for manufacturing pipe using submerged arc welding? Sandesh P. A: Pipe is manufactured by one of these four methods: electric resistance welding (ERW)/high-frequency induction (HFI) welding, seamless (plug/mandrel mill and extrusion), spiral welding, and...
Aluminum Workshop: How to age aluminum when welding in T6
- By Frank Armao
- Mar 24, 2009
- Aluminum Welding
- Article
Want to learn how to age aluminum? The experts at FMA explain the aging process and how it impacts the strength of aluminum.
Consumables Corner: Sizing up seismic-friendly filler metals
- By Michael Ostaffe
- Mar 24, 2009
- Consumables
- Article
Q: I am confused about the various specifications for seismic applications. How can I know if I have the right filler metal for the job?A: Your confusion is understandable. The documents overseeing seismic applications are ongoing and constantly revised. To fully understand this issue, we need to...
Mastering GTAW of anodized aluminum
- By Jack Fulcer
- Mar 24, 2009
- Arc Welding
- Article
Performing GTAW on anodized aluminum poses a unique set of challenges, even to the most experienced welder. To address these challenges, welders must be aware of the special equipment and consumables required, properly prepare materials, and employ the correct technique to lay the bead.
Fumes + Weld students = Bad news
A welding program in northeastern Arizona, looking to improve the air quality in its welding lab, replaced its fume extraction equipment.
Focus, passion, integrity
- By Amanda Carlson
- Mar 14, 2009
- Arc Welding
- Article
Be True To Your School winner Lebanon Technology & Career Center gets visit from 17-year-old welding and racing phenom Brennan Palmiter.
It takes two, baby
- By Amanda Carlson
- Mar 10, 2009
- Arc Welding
- Article
Hybrid laser-arc welding has been around for a while, but only recently has it gained steam, with more industries turning to the technology for a faster way to make components lighter with less heat input and minimal distortion while still maintaining part tolerance.
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- Podcast:
- The Fabricator Podcast
- Published:
- 04/30/2024
- Running Time:
- 53:00
Seth Feldman of Iowa-based Wertzbaugher Services joins The Fabricator Podcast to offer his take as a Gen Zer...
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