Commonly present in small proportions in steel and its alloys, sulfur is generally introduced through the iron ore or fuels. The sulfur content in the steel mix dramatically affects the mechanical attributes of the metal. In most cases, sulfur is considered an impurity that can cause issues like reduction of…
One of the fundamentals of welding is the understanding of the different types of weld joints, their usage, and their importance in a variety of applications. Among the different weld types, some of the most basic weld designs observed in welded components include butt weld and fillet weld. While both…
Industry 5.0 is the next phase of industrialization to extend new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and big data to accomplish increased productivity and efficiency in the manufacturing sector. While Industry 4.0, or the Fourth Industrial Revolution, was characterized by increased automation and smart…
Purified water systems are present across biotech, pharmaceutical, chemical, and other industrial applications where water treatment is needed. The purification process frees the water from contaminants like chemical compounds and organic/inorganic substances. Consequently, most of these systems use corrosion-resistant materials, with stainless steel often preferred for its additional advantage of…
Nuclear power has provided a large-scale and efficient source of energy for decades. While both fission and fusion reactions can produce energy, the practicality of building the reactors depends on the process and reaction containment procedure. Fission power can be controlled, and despite its disadvantages, such as radiation, it is…
Applying manual welding skills on critical weld projects requires years of technical training and experience. And the process can still result in slow speeds, reduced productivity, and even worker injury. Also, any weld defects—like those that result from welder fatigue—must be addressed. Compared with the effort manual welding requires, orbital…
As the clean energy demand increases, so will the demand for welding and fabrication skills required to create the new energy infrastructure that includes oil wells and gas pipelines as well as biodiesel farms and wind farms. And the continued development of “green” infrastructure is expected to rely heavily on…
The severe shortage of skilled manual welders has led the manufacturing sector to realize the potential of welding automation to improve productivity and efficiency. Automated welding equipment’s adoption across industries highlights the role of robotic systems in defining welding in the future. Below, we discuss some of the key developments…
Welding seeks to ensure the structural integrity of fused components to allow their maximum service life. To achieve this goal, manufacturers must choose the correct welding process, heat input, and other similar weld parameters. An important yet often overlooked area for quality welding is filler metals. Because filler metals should…
The manufacturing industry is facing an unprecedented shortage of skilled welders. The aging workforce of skilled welders and a growing trend among millennials to choose career options away from manual labor have reduced the number of new welders entering the industry. Investing in welding technology and deploying automation solutions can…
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