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Practical Welding Today November/December 2003
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.
Metallurgy Matters: Welding’s effect on strengthened steel
- By Bob Capudean
- Mar 9, 2015
- Metals/Materials
- Article
As I mentioned in the September/October issue, welding can severely influence strengthened or hardened metals, depending on the hardening technique used. Hardening Techniques and Welding Effects Work- or strain-hardened metals exposed to the intense localized head of welding tend to recrystallize...
Aluminum Workshop: Choosing an aluminum alloy
- By Frank Armao
- Jan 5, 2015
- Aluminum Welding
- Article
Q: I have a project I want to build from aluminum sheet and extrusions. Some of my friends tell me to make it entirely from 6061-T6. Other tell me to use other alloys, mostly 5000 series. The project entails a lot of welding. Which alloy should I use? A: Without knowing more details about your...
One system does not fit all
- By Stephanie Vaughan
- Jan 13, 2004
- Safety
- Article
Ventilation systems come in a variety of types for different types of welding processes and varying fabrication facility setups. The emphasis on proper application of these systems and best use of the components used in them comes from an increased interest in cleaner air for the welder.
Getting the best results in gas-shielded FCAW
- By David Haynie and Tex Ikeda
- Dec 11, 2003
- Arc Welding
- Article
Demand for FCAW has grown significantly over the past 10 years. Get expert knowledge about dual shield welding, FCAW-G and the variables of the process.
Cool your torch
- By David Cook and Jason Start
- Nov 20, 2003
- Consumables
- Article
Your car engine's water-cooling system has a lot in common with the cooling system in your plasma cutter: Both use water and coolant, a pump, cooling hoses, and a heat exchanger to remove energy from a heat source.
Exercising control
- By Lincoln Brunner
- Nov 20, 2003
- Shop Management
- Article
This three-phase, mid-frequency inverter is a dual-gun projection welding machine with a pneumatically operated lift table for the workpiece. Although mid-frequency technology isn't new, North American buyers are increasingly turning toward their benefits, equipmentmakers say.Getting control over...
Tips to follow before you start beveling
- By Tom Fogarty and Colleen Karpac
- Nov 20, 2003
- Power Tools
- Article
Choosing the right grinder is always important. Size, weight, durability, and a few specific features can play a big part in working efficiently. Before starting your next beveling project, use the following tips on grinder and wheel selection to make sure you're as productive as possible.
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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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