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Spool Gun optimizes MIG aluminum welding.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:41:17 -0500

Suited for light- to medium-duty aluminum fabrication and repair work, Spoolmate(TM) 200 features handle-based wire feed speed adjustment and 20 ft power cable. Unit offers curved and extended barrel options as well as internal shielding gas line, optimizing ability to access tight joint configurations. Rated to 160 A at 60% duty cycle, Spoolmate 200 accepts .030 and .035 in. wire and plugs directly into Millermatic® 212 w/Auto-Set(TM) and Millermatic® 252.

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Dual Wire Feeder extends work area of welders.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:37:50 -0500

Running .023-.052 in. wire up to 300 A, Millermatic® Reach Wire Feeder extends work areas of Millermatic 212 with Auto-Set(TM), 251, 252, and 350/350P MIG welders up to 40 ft and offers dual wire feeding capabilities. Users can switch between wire types or sizes without having to change spools. Connecting to welder via 10-pin Amphenol connectors, feeder holds wire spools up to 12 in. dia and retains welding output. Auto-Gun Detect(TM) recalls voltage and wire feed speed of active gun.

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Air-Cooled TIG Torches promote operator comfort, control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:33:05 -0500

Designed for maneuverability, Crafter Series(TM) CS125A and CS200A models carry respective welding capacity ratings of 130 Adc/100 Aac and 200 Adc/150 Aac at 60% percent duty cycle. Torch body weight helps minimize welding operator fatigue, while D-Handle(TM) design lets operator orient torch by feel and improves overall torch control. Also, air-cooling capacity eliminates need for water-cooled systems and provides portability for field applications.

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Pipe Welding System offers 1-button process changeover.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:27:04 -0500

Optimized for pipe fabrication, PipeWorx(TM) Welding System performs stick, TIG, MIG, and flux cored welding. Switching between processes is almost instantaneous, with no need to manually switch polarity, cables, or hoses, eliminating potential source of errors. Up to 4 programs can be stored for each process, and processes can be shared among different machines via memory card. Quick Set technology sets correct polarity and returns to last settings for that process.

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Spot Welder targets battery assembly applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:29:04 -0500

Available in 1,500 and 2,500 W power levels, SonoWeld® 1600 Digital Metal Spot Welder can weld up to 20 layers of foil and can store and recall up to 250 weld protocols. Unit creates durable bond without using heat, current, fluxes, or fillers. Instead, Wedge-Reed coupling system directs high-frequency ultrasonic energy to metals being welded. Energy disperses oxides and surface films between work pieces to create true metallurgical bond without melting materials.

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Submerged Arc Welding System features outdoor rating.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 08:35:06 -0500

With 380-575 Vac, 50/60 Hz input voltage capability, Power Wave® AC/DC 1000® SD delivers 1,000 A at 100% duty cycle. Each welding arc may be driven by single machine or by number of machines connected in parallel. Digital inverter-based power source features software-driven Waveform Control Technology® for control of DC positive, DC negative, balanced AC, and variable AC submerged arc processes. Housed in protective, stainless steel case, system is IP23-rated for severe-duty outdoor use.

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Gantry Machine offers multi-axis motion platform.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 08:31:37 -0500

Supplied fully assembled with controls, cabling, software, and enclosure, TechnoMod Models 30, 45, and 65 offer travel ranges of 650 x 300 x 275 mm, 650 x 450 x 275 mm, and 650 x 650 x 275 mm, respectively. Fourth or 5th rotary axis can be added to machine for complex operations. Available with or without electronics as well as sliding front door with safety interlock, machines have built-in industrial computer and swing arm console with monitor and keyboard.

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Robotic Cell has compact, dual fixed table design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:33:46 -0500

For fabrication shops dealing with small- to medium-sized parts, eCell(TM) LR provides flexible automation layout that delivers consistent and predictable production. Power Wave® i400 welding power source and AutoDrive(TM) 4R90 welding wire drive are employed for MIG, synergic MIG and MIG pulse welding, or flux-cored arc welding. Supplied as pre-engineered system, cell has 80 x 50 in. footprint and takes advantage of reach/stroke ratio and axis speeds of Fanuc ARC Mate® 50iC/5L robot arm.

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Welding Power Source features portable, multi-process design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:33:45 -0500

Designed for welding wide variety of materials and applications, Power Wave® S350 features PowerConnect(TM) Technology, allowing users to connect automatically to input power ranging from 200-600 V, 50 or 60 Hz and single- or 3-phase with no manual reconnect. IP23-rated unit includes Tribid(TM) Power module, iARC(TM) digital controls for arc stability, and Ethernet connection. Production Monitoring(TM) software lets user track equipment usage, store weld data, and configure limits.

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Welding Guns deliver semi-automatic operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:33:45 -0500

Used for MIG, pulsed MIG, and flux-cored welding processes, Magnum® PRO 450/550 are rated for 100% duty cycle and designed/tested for extreme environment welding applications. Balanced, barrel-style handle provides comfortable grip and reduces fatigue, while industrial-grade construction with copper and aircraft-grade aluminum parts ensures optimal electrical contact and heat dissipation. Also, Copper Plus(TM) contact tips maximize diameter and tip volume by weight.

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Power Pin suits Fronius® wire feeders.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 08:28:19 -0500

Suitable for robotic, automatic, or semi-automatic TOUGH GUN(TM) MIG guns, Model 214-41 can be used in place of actual Fronius® power pin for VR1500 wire feeders. Unit threads into all Tregakiss unicables except Euro, and can also be used with Motoman® unicables on EA/SSA series of robots. Power pin is designed for use with QUICK LOAD(TM) liners only.

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Green Laser Welder microwelds conductive parts.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 08:30:15 -0500

Offering 2 energy- or time-share outputs, 5 W LW5AG utilizes 532 Nm wavelength in visible (green) spectrum, enabling precision microwelding of conductive materials like gold and copper alloys. Welder provides real time power feedback for ensuring stable pulse-to-pulse energy. Featuring single phase power, air cooled welder facilitates non-contact welding and enables quick set-up and integration into existing production line.

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Laser Welding System has fully enclosed atmospheric chamber.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 08:36:06 -0500

Enabling welding in inert gas environment, Model HP-115 is designed for welding oxygen sensitive or reactive materials, like titanium. It can be configured with variety of features such as antechambers, inert gas handling and purification systems, oxygen and moisture sensors, and part handling devices. Capable of 3D freeform fabrication, system suits applications including weld restoration on turbine engine components like blades, vanes, shrouds, seals, and BLISKS or IBRs.

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Butane-Powered Microtorch meets CPSC safety requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 08:32:30 -0500

Featuring self-igniting piezo electric ignition, compact Model MT-70 includes fuel adjustment wheel to provide 2,500°F pinpoint or broad blue torch flame. It incorporates trigger switch with pulldown lock, and slide-lock control for hands-free use. Self-contained, refillable butane fuel tank provides for up to 60 min of use on full charge. Torch has ergonomic handle to ensure non-slip grip, and can also be used as soldering iron or flameless heat tool using optional tips.

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TIG Torches offer 150 Adc and 115 Aac welding capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:29:55 -0500

Designed for torch control and welding on thin- to medium-gauge materials, WP-17 Series air-cooled TIG torches include 2 models, WP-17 and WP-17V. Series includes 5 different styles of torches, including standard, valved, and flex neck models. WP-17 Series torches are available in 12.5 and 25 ft, and one- or two-piece cable lengths. Fingertip gas valve in WP-17V model improves shielding gas control when used with power sources that do not have gas solenoid.

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Aluminum Welding System offers one-knob synergic control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:31:44 -0500

Designed for MIG and pulsed MIG aluminum applications, AlumaFeed Synergic System consists of AlumaPower 350 MPa synergic power supply providing 5-425 A/10-38 V, XR AlumaFeed wire feeder/control module, and XR-Aluma-Pro or XR-Pistol Grip gun. Profile Pulse(TM) pulsed MIG output creates stacked dime weld bead appearance without torch manipulation, while Hot Start(TM) function minimizes incomplete fusion or cold lap at beginning of weld.

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RF Plastics Welding Machine features solid state design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:46 -0500

Designed for welding thermoplastics such as PVC, EVA, PU, PETG, and polyolefins, Weldpro 4.0 Welder/Sealer offers infinitely adjustable power output from 0-4 kW that can be set in 4 independently adjusted stages for both power and duration. Modular system includes auto-tuning feature and arc suppression as standard. Typical applications include sealing clamshell/blister packages, tubing and perimeter tear-seals for medical bags, seam seals, and joining rolls of material.

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Butane-Powered Torch features self-contained design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 28 May 2009 08:33:26 -0500

Model MT-30 Table-Top Microtorch is self-igniting, produces continuous hands-free adjustable flame up to 2,500°F, has built-in refillable, metal fuel tank and runs approximately one hr on full charge. Ignition system meets Consumer Products Safety Commission safety requirements, including slide lock safety feature that prevents accidental ignition. Its 3 in. dia circular base is stable and can be moved to any location or stored in small space.

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Laser Vision System aids wind turbine tower manufacturing.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 19 May 2009 08:32:10 -0500

Based on intelligent 3D image processing, AUTOTRAC/WT provides non-contact seam tracking and adaptive submerged arc welding of wind turbine tower tubes. Miniaturization of all electronics minimizes footprint while optimizing power and digital convergence. System has no moving parts, yet digital technology is not affected by reflective surface conditions that can fool other artificial vision techniques.

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Pipe Welding System integrates Autoprogramming feature.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 11 May 2009 08:32:06 -0500

Used for multipass orbital pipe and boiler tube welding, Pipemaster has 220-480 Vac autoranging input and 200 A output. It will operate weld head models with controls for torch rotation, wire feed, torch oscillation, and arc voltage control functions. Autoprogramming lets users enter pipe OD, wall thickness, and material to spur automatic generation of weld program. If not perfect, weld program can be modified using Edit or Scaling modes. Power source stores up to 100 weld programs.

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