Tag: welding

Particle accelerator set to break new ground

The Long-Baseline Neutrino Facility and Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment is dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of particles called neutrinos. The largest particle physics project ever built in the United States is now working with the UK-based TWI to develop the crucial cryomodules at the heart of the accelerator containing high purity niobium components.

Johnson extends role as an official spokesperson: ESAB

ESAB recently announced that it has extended its relationship with off-road vehicle fabrication expert Ian Johnson as an official spokesperson for its welding and cutting products.

Efficient one-off production with PEMA WeldControl 300

PEMA WeldControl 300 is one of the most advanced robot programming and welding systems available in the markets. Thanks to the three different software levels, OFFLINE, CREATE and SCAN, even programming one-off production can be completed rapidly without any manufacturing interruptions.

Hirebotics to develop the BotX Welder

The industry’s hiring challenge, combined with the struggle metal fabrication companies experience in producing quality parts quickly and in small runs, prompted Hirebotics to develop the BotX Welder.

SSY’s seaworthy steel

Drawing inspiration from Viking shipbuilding techniques, Håkan Rosén of SSY has developed a line of lightweight, environmentally-friendly patrol vessels out of two unlikely materials: hyper- and super-duplex stainless steel. The success of these innovative ships has prompted Rosén and his team at SSY to expand into new nautical markets and to look for other ways to apply their groundbreaking manufacturing techniques, all while maintaining a rigorous commitment to ethical business practices.

H13 laser sintering process for robust tooling

H13 is a widely used versatile tool steel and is well known for its excellent combination of high resistance to compression, thermal shock, and abrasion.

Dave joins the Welding Institute as the new President

The Welding Institute announced Dave Holmes as the new president. Dave has been with BAE Systems for 35 years. During the time he has worked with BAE Systems, Dave has undertaken various roles across numerous Air Sector sites in the UK, while also extending his expertise worldwide, with international partners, suppliers, and customers.He is currently the Manufacturing Director for BAE Systems’ Air Sector, involving responsibility for all the manufacturing activities within the sector, across people, process, and systems capability development along with governance for both non-recurring and recurring activities.

Xiris Weld cameras now supported on Linux

Xiris announces the release of its WeldSDK for Linux operating systems. The WeldSDK software development kit allows developers to create their own programs to integrate Xiris weld cameras into their equipment.

Bauer BK70 gearbox for welding turntable drive

Bauer Gear Motor, an aircraft engine manufacturer needed a robust replacement gear drive for use on a large plasma welding turntable.

Xiris audio feature

Xiris Automation Inc. announces that it has developed a weld microphone system that integrates into its Xiris weld camera system! Being able to use sight and sound while welding will improve operators’ abilities to fine tune and monitor the welding process from a safe distance.