http://www.welding-advisers.com/welding-plan-blog.html The Welding Blog, frequently updated, presents new and updated items relative to our www.welding-advisers.com Web Site. Bookmark this http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-plan-blog.html en-us Welding-plan Thu, 16 May 2013 09:54:48 -0400 Thu, 16 May 2013 09:54:48 -0400 welding-advisers.com http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-resources.html72546e0c67e850bbe6f001a220bed2fbWelding-resources, links to pages providing a wealth of online information on welding, metallurgy and associated subjects, organized by topics and to be regularly updated. Easy to scan and review. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:28:13 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Bulletin_85.html6dc54ee70c377c017f13d477aa639f01Bulletin_85: Metallography is the art of studying Metals using Microscopes, tools producing an enlarged representation of tiny features characterizing the micro-structure of metals and alloys. Tue, 14 May 2013 10:22:05 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-stainless.html3afd298c227ba28f21447107b4730e7aWelding-stainless, steels. Learn how to weld austenitic stainless steels by all processes. Sensitization dangers and remedies. Weldability of ferritic stainless steels. Processes and materials. Thu, 9 May 2013 02:31:31 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-cobalt.html2d84a4ab53309f8ac1281d323346f2d7Welding-cobalt needs knowing some basic facts. It should not be difficult once the principles are understood. Contamination is the worst hindrance to sound welding. Adequate WPS should be qualified. Tue, 7 May 2013 01:28:20 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-aluminum.html15e77cc24ef174153e77480dd91c69f5Welding-aluminum. Learn on aluminum alloys weldability. Know which Aluminum properties influence Welding of aluminum. Heat treated aluminum alloys and the consequences of welding.Fabricated aluminum Sun, 5 May 2013 12:30:06 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Thermal-spray.html33fe1e27a0405c9e6ab500b803af0f82Thermal-spray improves performance, lengthens working life, reduces manufacturing costs, reclaims scrap parts. Unequalled design flexibility. Sun, 5 May 2013 01:49:23 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Mig-welding-tips.htmla7168d6b918621ff86c41e7bc098c066Mig-welding-tips and common misconceptions. Polarity, power supplies and self regulated arc length. Metal Transfer Modes. Slope and Inductance Control. Where else to find useful References. Sat, 4 May 2013 01:57:16 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Shot-peening.htmlde3aaff4a71e8d2b68d309a9768caa15Shot-peening extends fatigue life and combats stress corrosion cracking by introducing residual compressive stresses on the surface of metal parts. Invaluable in manufacturing and in repaired parts Fri, 3 May 2013 10:52:19 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/SA-welding-tips.htmlc05658141f0f63b54a681bba3908e448SA-welding-tips are essential for selecting and planning one of the most productive processes. Interactive parameters add complexity but also suggest solutions to overcome qualification difficulties. Fri, 3 May 2013 10:24:01 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Visual-weld-inspection.htmleccda021742b1eb18b810cb52f88f95bVisual-weld-inspection is a critical evaluation of surface characteristics of welds. It is an important quality indicator not to be neglected. Acquired capability to perform adequate visual inspection Fri, 3 May 2013 10:04:58 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-topics.htmla52590a145da9345f42ad7038069155dAn updated issue of Welding-topics fast finder. Index of Titles from PWL Past Issues. An easy Guide to published Articles and Information only one click away. Thu, 2 May 2013 09:26:55 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/PRACTICAL_WELDING_LETTER-PracticalWeldingLetterNo117.html10026c93ff47826d67c0e3edc214e10bLaser Roll Welding aluminum to steel sheet metal, Selecting and Maintaining GMAW Torches, Shim Filler Metal for Electron Beam Welding, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessels Code, Section IX - Welding Qualifications, Advancements in Assisted Visual Inspection, Resistance Welding Tips (R), Diffusion Welding (R) and much more... Wed, 1 May 2013 03:53:35 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Creep-test.html909d88b4c2f01e52c9547b4e839710f4Creep-test determines the amount of deformation as a function of time for materials under constant tensile forces and elevated temperature. Time for fracture is established in rupture tests. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 01:27:36 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Brazing-stainless.htmlaeb2b180e20a00438ee5404d8117f6b2Brazing-stainless steel offers unique advantages in special situations as lower temperature is suitable to join dissimilar metals. Versatile processes for meeting exacting requirements. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:48:14 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Brazing-cast-iron.htmlbd23cd2acb0c5a57414aca29b057f7e0Brazing-cast-iron has problems to address to improve cleanliness and wettability. A wide selection of available filler metals helps in finding the brazing temperature suited to process and service. Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:05:10 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/EB-welding-tips.htmlc1b616fff612c6591f1992ebb9b96f61EB-welding-tips page for a few possibly less known procedures suitable to assist new electron beam welding operators in reaching more easily full production. No substitute for personal experience. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:24:42 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Laser-cutting.htmledcb9b6864c9ab3dcca8c6859c7ab9e4Laser-cutting, most cost effective preparation method for many industries requiring precision cut blanks, from thin and delicate items for medical use to thick and heavy panels used in shipbuilding. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 09:00:31 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Fume-hazards.html44ed3fe89dc6422486617caf767f7d56Fume-hazards concern all welders likely to breathe the fumes developed while welding. Due to their harmful consequences on human health, management and welders should be alerted on the dangers . Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:41:38 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Friction-surfacing.htmld51c7a5739b296c5c7c060dadf4fd1daFriction-surfacing provides a solid state (without melting) method for applying high quality bonded layers of similar or dissimilar metals, with no dilution or defects on a range of substrates. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:34:59 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Diffusion-welding.html2d6a29dae515ba9c17ed94888be13245Diffusion-welding does without fusion, for tough and durable joints of unique requirements. Highest quality properties, that other processes cannot deliver. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:16:13 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Thermite-welding.html9c158e20c4fa12edb694dc6b03e288fcThermite-welding is an economic process used mainly for rail joining. Also for repair of heavy steel items and for railway electrical continuity joints. Sun, 14 Apr 2013 12:21:55 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Oxyacetylene-welding-tips.html0226f310a94c66ca2266932f05ae73f9Oxyacetylene-welding-tips for a versatile and economic process suitable for a large selection of jobs. Self contained, portable outfits, useful even in difficult situation with proper skills. Sun, 14 Apr 2013 12:20:36 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-validation.htmlef9179bf697df1ed37857cc29dc29ff9Welding-validation is the process of proving that the complex of requirements necessary to assure the integrity of welding operations satisfies established criteria detailed in binding documents. Sun, 14 Apr 2013 12:12:53 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Bulletin_84.html0d506d79e58288ce099756f18a108a48Bulletin_84 - Resources on Welding FAQ, Questions, Suggestions, Recommended Practice, Discussion Forum, Message Boards, Qualification, Certifications, Courses, Career, Articles Sun, 14 Apr 2013 05:04:31 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Vertical-welding-tips.html79d6cc808e5ad10a37dbb362dae2d3c6Vertical-welding-tips are essential to become skilled in more demanding welding positions. Training and guided exercise help develop the skills that make an apprentice an expert welder. Sat, 13 Apr 2013 02:42:02 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Stress-relieving.html10954667dc4641d788106046137f562cStress-relieving is good practice after welding for improved stability and performance. May be thermal or mechanical, provided the effect is substantial. Sat, 13 Apr 2013 02:31:13 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Weld-FAQ.html4cebe1ba7602ca246719d7db0fc2d833Weld-FAQ. Practical Answers to frequent Questions. Weld Thickness problems, Repair techniques, Welding Dissimilar Materials, Unweldable Steels, Brazing, Hardening, Grinding and more... Fri, 12 Apr 2013 08:29:27 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Brazing-heating.html40489257b9090c057833eeced53594bfBrazing-heating comes in many forms, each one best adapted to specific conditions. The most economic brazing process should be sought that meets requirements. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 04:49:12 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding_resistance.html6a6ae15c791aee324389b3a0565b58dcWelding_resistance, equipment for economic high quality joining. Special equipment adapted to materials. Automated equipment for automotive applications. Fast, efficient, low cost joining method. Tue, 9 Apr 2013 03:45:27 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/PRACTICAL_WELDING_LETTER-PracticalWeldingLetterNo116.html2350a34999fce0d33f9a19a6ed14599eWelding Cast Stainless Steels, Underwater Inspection and Welding, Filler Metal for Repair Welding 304H, Advances in Additive Manufacturing, Spot Weld Quality for Automotive Industry, Cold Welding (R), Creep Resistant Steels(R) and much more... Mon, 1 Apr 2013 03:34:03 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-testing.html8ca75d853e16482cce1204be827c10c2Welding-testing: the proof of performance and an educative tool. Improving reliability through monitoring and periodic check. Simple destructive testing for immediate quality assessment. Trial and err Sat, 16 Mar 2013 11:04:59 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Bulletin_83.html307b5fc6a4dbe8806d0619897aa21972Bulletin_83, Resources on Adaptive Welding Process Control Sources on Research, Studies, Development, Applications Thu, 14 Mar 2013 05:39:27 -0400 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-qualification.htmlaa25d404475a2b41154ac32928ef8c54Welding-qualification of Personnel and Procedures assure suitability for service of welded constructions. Responsibility, witnessing, testing, qualification and certification Sat, 9 Mar 2013 03:00:07 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Welding-plastics.html9a2009840a6e356320a60117c4de7896Welding-plastics for corrosion resistant containers, scrubbers, piping systems for water, sewer, drainage, irrigation, natural gas, chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Thu, 7 Mar 2013 11:29:07 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Hydrogen-Embrittlement.htmlebe0f39e15741ed83b1fb3ddaab9b4cdHydrogen-Embrittlement can cause delayed cracking and fracturing after welding if occasional sources of hydrogen are not excluded from the weld region.Stress relieving and baking should be implemented Sun, 3 Mar 2013 03:30:21 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/PRACTICAL_WELDING_LETTER-PracticalWeldingLetterNo115.htmlccca1fc82f3063765a841198d83d76e9Superferritic Stainless Steels, Braze Welding Galvanized Steel, Filler Metals for Brazing Titanium to Steel, Laser Soldering, Low Hydrogen Filler Metal, Clinching (R), Cold Spray (R) and much more... Fri, 1 Mar 2013 03:55:52 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Bulletin_82.html4dbc7d6109652dabf77bc30340022a1cBulletin_82 Cobalt-Welding Resources provides knowledge and information, primary sources and manufacturing insight. Outstanding Reference for practical assistance. Sun, 17 Feb 2013 03:41:57 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/PRACTICAL_WELDING_LETTER-PracticalWeldingLetterNo114.html0ab1f7d52a9d4cdba605be06367ab416Welding Wrought Austenitic Precipitation Hardening Stainless, Dissimilar Friction Stud Welding, Filler Metal for Austenitic Precipitation Hardening Stainless, Steam Turbine new Materials, Oxidation and Exfoliation in boiler tubes, Brazing Magnesium (R), Brazing Steel (R) and much more... Thu, 31 Jan 2013 03:51:27 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Tig-welding-tips.htmlc76e8f42d040ddc82c6d79bdec2564d6Tig-welding-tips are selected process specific instructions. Advantages and Limitations. Fine points on polarity and usability. Special wave forms explained. How to develop Tig parameters. Sat, 26 Jan 2013 02:32:40 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Bulletin_81-MPW-Resources.htmlc0708d549e3fc2db32ac783a0456d6beDescription: Bulletin_81-MPW-Resources, Resources on Magnetic Pulse Welding, Electromagnetic impact welding, Solid State, Cold welding, Dissimilar material, High Velocity Forming, Tubular connections Mon, 14 Jan 2013 15:54:38 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Plasma-welding-tips.html2d0c5b145a746997b1f31d0b59cd27eaPlasma-welding-tips: PAW unique characteristics are perfectly adapted to high quality welds at fractional and at elevated currents. Different modes for demanding applications. Fri, 4 Jan 2013 02:14:22 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/PRACTICAL_WELDING_LETTER-PracticalWeldingLetterNo113.html23baf7b52f7a386fc88bf36191d627fcWelding Wrought Precipitation Hardening Stainless Steels: Semiaustenitic PH Stainless Steels, Manual Torch Brazing quality variability, Newly Revised Specification AWS A5.10:2012, Research on Double Stage Plasma Arc Pipe Welding Process, Advancements in Hybrid Methods for Spray Coatings, Revised Bend Testing (R), Creep Test (R) and much more... Wed, 2 Jan 2013 09:13:43 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Power-Sources.html5ee7cf0267d33f529ebcb0096073fc0bPower-Sources selection requires knowledge of the types available and of the characteristics that they have to provide for successful welding with different welding processes. Mon, 31 Dec 2012 04:28:43 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Mechanical-fastening.html0d7a733342f26b17fe5e5178a4d940cbMechanical-fastening permits the creation of joints without objectionable influence on the metallurgical structure of metals. Useful alternative when welding damages parts unaccaptably. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:08:05 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Leak-testing.html8dcd61516b0ed34118fa40b0211c098cLeak-testing is performed to check reliability of new manufactured goods and safe performance of existing systems operating on fluids. Choose the most suitable testing method for your case. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 08:06:38 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Cutting-torch.html4a27489069b99ede4a307b4246222ab3Cutting-torch and methods. Cutting materials by economic means. How to deal with difficult metals. Underwater by hydrogen-torch. Gasoline burning torch. Plasma Cutters. Safety. Sun, 16 Dec 2012 09:11:59 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Laser-beam-welding.html940221a9131b3758297daa1aba84e68bLaser-beam-welding, a high energy density process with potential of economic mass production of precision, quality joints, for suitable metals and applications. Versatile, unique, successful Sat, 15 Dec 2012 11:20:58 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/index.htmlfca0d40918cd9f37b15fc307a8e9cb8dWelding-plan advisers for any welding shop. Troubleshoot and solve welding problems. Selecting a Process for a welding Project. How to plan for a Career in Welding.Understanding Welding Sun, 9 Dec 2012 10:05:51 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Brazing-steel.html8288267e6fe65fe4786754c25fb4b18eBrazing-steel has many advantages in specific cases, providing ease, flexibility of manufacturing for tough joints. Basics must be mastered and some research must be done before launching production Thu, 29 Nov 2012 10:12:09 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/PRACTICAL_WELDING_LETTER-PracticalWeldingLetterNo112.htmlcb90dd09016a7ac3364423151989c081Welding Wrought Precipitation Hardening Stainless Steels: Martensitic PH Stainless Steels, Filler Metal for 17-4PH stainless steel, Productivity Improvements in GTAW with Penetration-Enhancing Compounds, Strength of Wrought Sheet Metal Stainless Spot Welds on overlapping test pieces, Welding Machines (R), Welding Plastics (R) and much more... Thu, 29 Nov 2012 03:07:28 -0500 http://www.welding-advisers.com/Bulletin_79.html175f85de6de9b6e3e32c2a48d4d42308Bulletin_79 lists Online Resources on Fitness for Service, explaining the need to investigate the current condition of aging structures, to take required actions before impending failures. Thu, 15 Nov 2012 08:29:52 -0500