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Canadian Fabricating & Welding June 2017
Canadian Fabricating & Welding is Canada's only national, monthly magazine dedicated to complete coverage of the metal forming and fabricating industry. Our topnotch editorial covers a wide range of topics, including bending, forming, cutting, fabricating, tube and pipe, and welding.
Additive opportunities expand
- By Rob Colman
- Jul 25, 2017
- Fabricating
- Article
Additive manufacturing has drawn interest from all areas of manufacturing. While various types of additive manufacturing (AM) processes are in use or are being developed, many fabricating shops are wondering if or how it fits into their business. On the whole, the technology in all its permutations...
Automation reinvigoration
- By Rob Colman
- Jul 24, 2017
- Fabricating
- Article
Sometimes it is the need to upgrade one machine that leads shop owners to discover how much they can gain from upgrading and automating various processes on the floor. The team responsible for Westeel – Ag Growth International’s Olds, Alta., facility is a case in point. Since replacing a very old plate roller with a four-roll CNC model with an automated feeding system, the shop has found other automation opportunities in its welding and cutting processes.
Managing nitrogen consumption
- By Rob Colman
- Jul 21, 2017
- Fabricating
- Article
Fibre lasers can save shops a lot of time and money in the processing of sheet metal. One cost that does go up with the introduction of a fibre laser is nitrogen gas use. Nitrogen allows shops to achieve a clean, non-oxidized finish on edges, meaning that secondary operations aren’t necessary, particularly with thin parts. But the bill for that nitrogen can be surprising at the end of the month. However, there are ways to manage that cost.
The Perfect Seam
- By Rob Colman
- Jun 19, 2017
- Fabricating
- Article
Laser welding was originally considered a process that would best be applied in OEMs, where the technology would be used in high-volume, low-mix applications. However, job shops are finding that investing in laser welding can be effective for them, depending on their product and process mix.
Resistance welding takes on difficult materials
- By Rob Colman
- Jun 16, 2017
- Welding
- Article
The increased use of aluminum and hot-stamped high-strength steels, particularly in the automotive industry, has required welding experts to explore new approaches to their discipline. Resistance welding is no exception.
Better bump radius bending
- By Steve Benson
- Jun 15, 2017
- Fabricating
- Article
In his new book, Bending Basics, Steve Benson explains many key concepts for getting the most out of your bending equipment. The chapter on bump radius bending explains how to calculate the best approach for your large-radius bend without employing special tooling.
Handling the plasma jobs
- By Harry Mellott
- Jun 8, 2017
- Fabricating
- Article
Answering a few key questions will guide a company to the right plasma system for its applications. Paying close attention to the cutting process will ensure the system provides the best results.
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