Joining Technologies    East Granby, CT 06026
May 22, 2012 Incorporating laser cutting and welding with single head, Infinite Web® enables splicing of titanium coils as well as splicing on 15° bias. Latter increases effective splice strength by increasing material at weld joint, and coaxial optics verify proper positioning. Able to service multiple converting lines, mobile and stand-alone system handles material thicknesses from 0.002-0.040 in. and features industrial PC-based control with touchscreen interface.

Miller Electric Mfg. Co.    Appleton, WI 54912 1079
May 11, 2012 Housed in impact-resistant polycarbonate case, Multimatic 200 connects to common 120 and 230 V receptacles with MVP(TM) multi-voltage plug. Auto-Set Elite feature allows operators to set weld parameters based on material type and thickness, as well as fine-tune those parameters to match specific application. Prompting operator to select proper polarity and gas mix for process, LCD interface uses basic language descriptions - not numerical codes - to display alerts on machine.

Count On Tools    Gainesville, GA 30501
May 03, 2012 Built to JEDEC-standards, StripFeeder .mod System can be adjusted by repositioning rails on base plate at desired width to accommodate wide array of tape sizes. Rails align with precision pin locators and lock down tightly with magnets. Customers can also remove rails to accommodate larger components up to 120 mm tape width. By holding components securely in machined tracks, design prevents parts from being miss-picked, flipped in pocket, or lost.

Miller Electric Mfg. Co.    Appleton, WI 54912 1079
Apr 16, 2012 Built for harsh elements encountered in transmission pipeline welding, Big Blue 350 PipePro is available with 24.7 hp Caterpillar Turbocharged C1.5T diesel engine, which is a liquid-cooled, 3-cylinder, EPA Tier 4 Interim model that offers altitude compensation and operates at speeds of 1,800 rpm. Welder provides 23-400 A for both DC stick and DC TIG welding, 40 V for MIG and flux-cored welding, and 10,000 W continuous auxiliary generator power for running tools on-site.

Lincoln Electric Co. Inc., The    Cleveland, OH 44117
Apr 11, 2012 Rated 650 A @ 100% duty cycle with amperage range of 10-815 A, IP23- and Desert Duty(TM)-rated Flextec(TM) 650 comes in 21.83 x 16.3 x 29.33 in. case and is suited for large welding wire diameter operations on thick materials. FLEXible TEChnology(SM) lets welders use various processes - stick, Touch Start TIG® (DC), MIG, flux-cored CV submerged arc, and arc gouging - on numerous applications, including heavy equipment and transportation, construction, and welding education.

Bernard Welding Equipment    Beecher, IL 60401
Mar 27, 2012 Providing 350 A at 60% duty cycle, Dura-Flux(TM) Self-Shielded Arc Welding Gun features advanced handle design that minimizes operator fatigue. Unit has sealed trigger, rotatable Hi-Viz(TM) neck to optimize weld puddle visibility, and internal trigger leads that prevent trigger cord from tangling with surrounding equipment. Integrated into handle for protection against weld spatter, optional dual schedule switch allows for wire feed speed adjustment while welding.

Weldcraft    Appleton, WI 54911
Mar 20, 2012 Compatible with 13N front-end consumables, Model WP-280 includes Super Cool(TM) Technology, anti-rotation feature to prevent handle movement during welding, and Tri-Flex(TM) hose and cable assembly that remains flexible in cold weather. Copper components maximize current capacity, while high-temperature silicone rubber insulation protects against high-frequency voltage leaks. To facilitate torch installation, ColorSmart(TM) hose and cable sets differentiate input water, water/power cable, and gas hoses.

Thermadyne Industries, Inc.    St. Louis, MO 63017
Mar 01, 2012 Tweco® WeldSkill® helmet can be used in both weld and grind mode and will darken when TIG welding even at 5 A. Solar powered helmet has viewing area of 3.86 x 1.69 in. and weighs 16 oz. When switching from dark-to-light, users can select from three switching speeds: short (0.25-0.35 sec), medium (0.35-0.50 sec) and long (0.50-0.80 sec). Sensitivity and delay knobs are on outside of helmet shell, allowing operators to make adjustments while welding.

Herrmann Ultrasonics, Inc.    Bartlett, IL 60103
Feb 22, 2012 Featuring modular design, Model MPW offers ultrasonic welding as well as means of die punching filter membrane material into appropriate shape and transporting material to weld region. System utilizes reel-to-reel guide system to index membrane material into position via tension control. Cylinder actuates ultrasonic tooling through die-punch assembly, cutting material to size. As tool passes through punch, vacuum is applied to hold material in place for welding operation.

Miller Electric Mfg. Co.    Appleton, WI 54912 1079
Feb 17, 2012 Optimized for use on thicker materials and larger diameter wires, Invision 450 MPa offers dual wire feeder capability and 450 A of pulsed MIG welding power at 100% duty cycle. Pulsed MIG programs are included for steel, metal-cored, aluminum, stainless steel, nickel, silicon bronze, and copper nickel .052 and 1/16 in. wires. One-knob controls automatically adjust pulse parameters to match wire feed speed, and controls provide robust, stable pulsed MIG arc at very low arc length.

Thermal Arc    Troy, OH 45373
Jan 18, 2012 Featuring portable design, Fabricator® 252i 3-in-1 System combines 3 welding processes, enabling user to choose best process for application. Unit offers MIG inductance control, MIG spot and stitch welding control, stick hot start to prevent electrode from sticking, and stick arc force control to adjust arc characteristics for all electrodes. Using 208-230 V primary power, Fabricator® 252i is suitable for use on steel, stainless, aluminum, and other alloys.

Branson Ultrasonics Corp.    Danbury, CT 06813 1961
Jan 09, 2012 Featuring closed loop amplitude control, DCX Series comes in horizontal, vertical with side mount, or rear plane mount models. BUC service port provides remote diagnostics and configuration, while internal HTML interface protocols enable communication via Internet interface program. Providing constant amplitude regulation, programmable starting ramp times, and 6 levels of protection, series is suited for automated assembly systems in automotive, packaging, textiles, and food industries.

Miller Electric Mfg. Co.    Appleton, WI 54912 1079
Dec 05, 2011 Big Blue® 700 Duo Pro offers 2 independent welding arcs up to 400 A, without any interaction between them, and ability to parallel both to create 800 A of welding power. One 5,500 W peak/4,000 W continuous single-phase generator output, fully independent of weld output, offers peak performance even when welding at 700 A, and second output is rated at 27,000 W peak/20,000 W continuous. Multiprocess capabilities include stick, MIG, flux cored, TIG, and carbon arc gouging.

Herrmann Ultrasonics, Inc.    Bartlett, IL 60103
Nov 08, 2011 Targeting automation integrators, Digital Ultrasonic Generator amplifies incoming electrical voltage to high frequency signal, which is passed to converter to create frictional heat during ultrasonic welding of thermoplastic material. External voltage fluctuations and temperature changes do not affect output, resulting in stable welding process. Internal signal generating adjustments are accomplished with software, while integrated heat sink interface enables optimal cooling.

ABB Robotics, Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Oct 06, 2011 Fully configured ArcPack(TM) Lean 1410 includes IRB 1410 robot, IRC5 Compact controller, Fronius TransSteel 3500 power supply and wire feeder, and Tregaskiss 500 Amp air-cooled welding torch. Six-axis robot, specially designed for arc welding, features 5 kg handling capacity with supplementary 18 kg load capacity on upper arm for application equipment. With positional repeatability of ±0.025 mm, IRB 1410 delivers optimal welds in tight, restricted locations.

Industrial Magnetics, Inc.    Boyne City, MI 49712
Oct 04, 2011 With adjustable, locking handle and marked detents every 45° for accuracy, Pivoting Welding Angle lets welders set up and hold steel in angles from 22° to 270°. Magswitch® On/Off technology eliminates effects of magnetic field during setup while also promoting placement precision and non-marring hold on workpiece. Tool offers work holding capability on 3 sides of each magnet, with 200 lb holding value, and accommodates flat or round steel.

Mi-T-M Corporation    Peosta, IA 52068
Sep 30, 2011 Measuring 46 x 22 x 47 in., model AGW-SR14-30M air compressor, generator, welder combination is built to handle demanding applications. Components include Subaru Model No. EX40 (404 cc) OHC engine with rated speed of 3,600 rpm and electric start; powder coated, ASME coded, 30 gal receiver tank; and 2-stage air compressor rated for 15.7 cfm @ 175 psi and 16.3 cfm @ 100 psi. Generator has 5,000 W max AC output and various receptacles, while arc welder has 50-170 A working range.

techMatrix, LLC    Eden Prairie, MN 55346
Aug 31, 2011 Operating with capacitive discharge and high frequency DC controllers, Model RSX26 is suitable for joining conductive foil materials, such as copper, aluminum, and nickel - even if hermetic seal is required. Roller configurations incorporate copper hub and factory grade outer ring to join metals. Air-cooled, tabletop seam welder is controlled by WeldWorks Software Suite, which allows operator to set weld repetition rate and roller rpm on per part basis.

Thermadyne Industries, Inc.    St. Louis, MO 63017
Aug 26, 2011 Supplied in environmentally friendly packaging, Journeyman® Select EDGE Outfits come with CA 2460 Cutting Attachment, 315 FC Torch Handle with built-in flashback arrestors and reverse flow check valves, as well as ESS4 EDGE Series regulators. Cutting attachments are available with 75° or 90° head angle, and heavy-duty outfit can cut up to 8 in. and weld up to 3 in. Ruggedized regulator features internal vent system and Shock Limitation and Absorption Mechanism (SLAM) technology.

Thermadyne Holdings Corporation    St. Louis, MO 63017
Aug 15, 2011 Designed to support MIG, Stick, and TIG applications, Thermal Arc Fabricator® 181i weighs less than 33 lb and delivers up to 180 A of welding output power. Unit includes digital meters with preview, infinitely variable voltage control, metal feed plate with quick change drive rolls, and receptacle for connecting remote control devices/spool gun. Welder is suited for farm and ranch use as well as automotive, light fabrication, and maintenance repair applications.