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Titanium pipe and tube used in aerospace engineering

How Titanium Welding Machines Reveal New Possibilities

By Orbital Welding No Comments

Titanium is a corrosion-resistant metal with a polished appearance used in industries ranging from aerospace to petrochemical. Although the metal is less dense than other widely-used steels, it can provide equal or greater strength. When working with titanium, though, there are specific considerations for welders.   Applying conventional welding processes to…

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hardfacing

Can GTAW Be Used in Hardfacing?

By Orbital Welding No Comments

Cladding can enhance a metal’s corrosion-resistant properties. The process involves the deposition of a corrosion-resistant alloy (CRA) layer over a base metal with weaker properties. The most common CRA is stainless steel. Along with its corrosion-resistant properties, stainless steel also offers the benefits of increased strength, temperature resistance, and cost-efficiency.  …

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Pipeline with stainless steel cladding

Understanding the Basics of the Stainless Steel Cladding Process

By Orbital Welding, Pipe Welding No Comments

Cladding can enhance a metal’s corrosion-resistant properties. The process involves the deposition of a corrosion-resistant alloy (CRA) layer over a base metal with weaker properties. The most common CRA is stainless steel. Along with its corrosion-resistant properties, stainless steel also offers the benefits of increased strength, temperature resistance, and cost-efficiency.  …

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pipe welding quality control

Maintaining Pipe Welding Quality Control With Orbital GTAW

By Orbital Welding, Pipe Welding No Comments

As a tried-and-tested method, manual welding is still preferred by many pipe welders, even with the increased productivity and reliability available through innovative welding technologies. However, in industries like oil and gas, the extent and complexity of welding pipes can make high-quality welds challenging to produce. Additionally, the risk of…

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