The most advanced orbital tube welding power source of it’s kind in the world, it is cost efficient and easy to use.
It is also compatible with all new and existing in-the-field AMI fusion weld heads, including the 95 series weld heads featuring wire feed.

You can view the video demonstration of the machine under power by following the image below.

Orbital welding machines are used for the welding of pipe and tube of various diameters, and are ideal for the following industries:-
Aerospace, brewery, food, dairy beverage, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical and semiconductor.

Contact us now for a quote on this orbital tube welding power source complete with choice of closed welding head.

Well I’ve found one that did just that to me! Or are you a sophisticated car buyer who wants a new toy? You want a car that goes fast, a car that looks unique, a car that can transition into a speed boat in seconds?

Finally, there’s a car that will do this and so much more – even carry your bikes for a Sunday afternoon ride.  Introducing the Sea Lion prototype: the world’s fastest amphibious “land speed” vehicle.

It’s not technically a car. The Sea Lion’s designer calls it an Amphibious World Speed Record Competition Vehicle. It was designed to set world records on land and on water. On the road, the Sea Lion clocks in at 125-mph. Not terribly impressive, but it’s off the road where the Sea Lion shines. The vehicle can reach 60-mph on water.

The competition for world’s fastest amphibious land speed vehicle may not be the world’s largest. Only twenty-five machines are currently contending for the title. But the Sea Lion apparently stands out from the pack – apparently, because the Guinness World Record folks have yet to officially declare a winner.

Sea Lion was designed using CAD software and spread sheet calculations.

The vehicle is primarily, TIG welded 5052 Aluminum constructed from CNC plasma burned shapes and other CNC milled components. It has an integrated monocoque welded uni-body center section. There are removable side pods, used for floatation and cargo, and removable fenders front and rear.

Read and see lots more images Fantasy Junction from M Witt the Engineer, Designer and Machinist of this amazing vehicle.

Let me know if you buy it – I might just be available for a trip out!
Claire

He would like to hear from you this week if you have any heavy duty welding equipment sitting idle in your workshop which you keep meaning to do something about.

Peter will be more than happy to call in and give you a decision on the spot and we can transfer the money straight away if need be.  Phone him on 0116 2696941 or email peter@westermans.com  with details of equipment you have for sale.

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Pinterest is a fairly new addition to the social media scene, taking more of a visual angle on sharing information with others as opposed to the like of Facebook, Twitter and Google +.

But are people in the welding/fabrication/engineering industries using these sites?

Is there any benefit to manufacturing industries being socially engaged with their customers/fellow industry members?

We are thinking of joining Pinterest and would like to hear what you think, we are already on Twitter, Facebook etc and Pinterest would seem the next on the list – is it worth while?

You can let us know your thoughts by replying below, email, Facebook or Twitter. Look forward to hearing from you!

What is fabrication/welding?

Metal Fabrication is the forming of metal, usually steel plate, into various forms either by welding or other forms of metal joining processes.

Metal fabrication falls into two categories, either “light” (metals under 3mm thick) or “heavy” fabrication.

What does a metal fabricator/welder do?

A metal fabricator has to be able to interpret engineering drawings and then accurately cut steel plates into the required shapes. They must then weld them into the structure according to the drawings.

Metal Fabricators must learn to read engineering drawings, use geometric development methods and metal forming techniques. They must also be able to use computers in making metal products, and have a comprehensive knowledge of a range of industrial welding and joining processes to manufacture the required items.

What are some examples of work carried out by a metal fabricator?

Typical examples of “heavy” metal fabrication would be the manufacture of articles such as:

• bridge structures
• cranes and ship structures.
• Wind towers

Examples of “light” fabrication would be:-

• motorcar bodies,
• water tanks,
• metal chairs, etc

Other types of work would include the repair of broken items such as the welding of :-

• shafts,
• plates and blades on earth moving equipment
• the rebuilding of worn metal parts.

Is metal fabrication/welding a good career choice?
Yes. Metal fabrication and welding is ideally suited to people who like to use their hands to build and construct metal structures from engineering specifications. People who enter into this trade normally develop specialised talents in structural fabrication or pressure related construction and/or welding. These days a specialised welder can command top salaries around the world as a they are in demand.

What employment and career opportunities are available in fabrication/welding?

Metal fabrication and welding tradespersons are in great demand due to the amount of construction and general manufacturing taking place.

Because of the high level of skill required, good quality welding operators are in great demand and are able to command very high wages.

Metal fabricator welders have the opportunity to:-

• Contract themselves out to companies
• Start their own business
• Specialize in underwater welding
• Become fabrication/welding inspectors or supervisors for medium to large companies

What skills must a fabricator/welder develop?

Metal fabrication and welding tradespersons must :-

• have an understanding of building metal structures
• read and interpret engineering drawings
• fabricate shapes using geometric development techniques
• be able to use a range of welding processes.

They must develop artistic welding skills to join a wide range of metals in all positions.

What training and qualifications are available for fabricator/welders?

As an International supplier of Welding Equipment and CNC Plasma cutting machines, it is difficult to provide a list of all the information here.  Our first suggestion would be to contact the Welding Institute in your Country. The UK has TWI or in the USA you can contact the AWS, both these organisations have a wealth of knowledge on training centres and courses available.

The new Apprenticeship Scheme in the UK would be an excellent way to start for a school leaver wishing to gain training whilst earning.  Companies like BAE, Rolls Royce, JCB and Caterpillar are all now involved with apprentice training.

The Hypertherm HPR260 plasma provides Hydefinition, virtually dross-free cutting at fast speeds on up to 64mm (mild steel). You can find more information on this unit and the rest of the Hyperformance plasma range from Hypertherm by clicking here.

ESAB, Esprit, Messer Cutting Systems and Farley also provide quality plasma cutting systems for a variety of specifications and sheet metal fabrication, click here to view our current stock of fully serviced and refurbished plasma and gas profile cutting machines.

Orbital welding machines are used for pipe and tube welding, tube to tube, tube to plate and tube to tube sheet welding, most commonly used in industries such as pharmaceutical and the food and beverage industries. For more information on the orbital welding process and our current orbital welding machines in stock, please click here.

The Finish company specialises in plate work and welding. Semi-heavy duty and demanding plate work and welding represent the company’s areas of expertise. Indeed, some of the best experts in the field work at the Rautpohja plant: welding engineers and technicians as well as other welding specialists. Their staff possess decades of experience in extensive plate work and welding, including cutting, plate and section iron forming and bending as well as manual welding and submerged arc welding.

Their experience in submerged arc welding, especially, is among the best on the market. The welding quality of the submerged arc stations and the ability to get work done quickly are advantages, which cannot necessarily be achieved by other means. The materials processed include structural, wear-resistant, heat-resistant and stainless steels. They carry out plate and welding work for the maritime industries, offshore and sub-sea industries and the energy sector. Another area of Konejpaja’s experience is in the extremely demanding paper and chemical pulp industry.

You can see similar used welding equipment and submerged arc welding machines supplied to the Häkkinen Group of companies by Westermans International on the web site.

What is the difference between SAW and SMAW?

Submerged arc welding (SAW) is a common arc welding process which was originally developed by the Linde Union Carbide Company. It requires a continuously fed consumable solid or tubular (flux cored) electrode. The molten weld and the arc zone are protected from atmospheric contamination by being “submerged” under a layer of flux consisting of lime, silica, manganese oxide and calcium fluoride amongst other compounds. When molten, the flux becomes conductive, and provides a current path between the electrode and the work. This thick blanket of flux completely covers the molten weld, thus preventing spatter and sparks as well as suppressing the extreme ultraviolet radiation and fumes that are a part of the shielded metal arc welding process (SMAW).

SAW is normally operated automatically, however semi-auto (handheld) Sub Arc guns with pressurized or gravity flux feed delivery are available. The process is normally limited to the flat or horizontal-fillet welding positions (horizontal groove position welds have been achieved with arrangements to support the flux). Deposition rates approaching 100 lb/h (45kg/h) have been reported, compared with 10lb/h (5 kg/h max) for shielded metal arc welding SMAW. Although currents ranging from 300 to 2000 A are commonly utilized, currents of up to 5000 A have also been used with multiple arcs.

Single or multiple electrode wire variations of the process exist. SAW strip cladding uses a flat strip electrode e.g 60 x 0.5mm, DC or AC power can be used, and combinations of DC and AC are common on multiple on multiple electrode systems. Constant voltage welding power supplies are most commonly used, however constant current systems in combination with a voltage sensing wire-feeder are available.