Linking circuit board traces/tracks is an easier task using SMT PCB Jumper devices from Keystone Electronics Corp. Quick and easy set-up, these space-saving SMT jumpers are uniquely suited as alternative options where thru-hole jumper use is not feasible. As such, these new connectors are designed to provide ideal low-profile circuit linkage and minimal footprint for…
New welding wire package saves time and recycling costs
NS ARC is a recently renamed and dedicated welding wire division of National Standard. NS ARC is offering a new 1,500-lb. Tru-Trac wooden reel for streamlining wire replacement in large-scale welding operations. For decades, the Tru-Trac package has provided proprietary winding technology that ensures “twist-free” wire let-off from stationary tight wound reels, requiring only a…
Fastenal to offer LPC’s industrial laser solutions
Laser Photonics Corporation (LPC), a global industrial developer of CleanTech laser cleaning systems and other material applications, has entered into a distribution agreement with the Fastenal Company, the largest fastener distributor in North America. LPC will gain access to Fastenal’s global distribution network, which includes a closely aligned supplier network, reliable sourcing, quality, and manufacturing resources, and multiple…
Quartz laser welding technology benefiting the aerospace industry
Fonon Corporation, a multi-market holding company, R&D center, equipment designer, and manufacturer of advanced laser material processing systems for subtractive and additive manufacturing, highlights applications for its Quartz Laser Welding Technology (QLWT) in the aerospace industry. Fonon’s QLWT manufactures structural optical parts, fiber optics, and more for aerospace. Using this laser technology during manufacturing enables…
American Welding Society members offered access to Accuris’ innovative engineering platform
Accuris, a provider of engineering workflow solutions, announced an exclusive partnership with the American Welding Society (AWS) to offer their members access to Engineering Workbench — a SaaS platform for integrating engineering standards and other technical publications into engineering workflows. Powered by AI, the Engineering Workbench provides critical workplace insights within seconds, pulling from the…
A handheld laser welder with a built-in cleaning system
IPG Photonics, an innovator in fiber laser technology, offers an extended range of handheld laser welding devices. The LightWELD Handheld Laser Welding and Cleaning Systems minimize heat-affected zones and deliver fast, consistent, full-penetration steel welds without distortion. LightWELD is easy to use, letting welders of all experience levels turn out quality work with minimal training.…
Voting open for Northern Tool’s annual welding helmet sweepstakes
The public gets to decide which Klutch Welding Helmet design will be sold as a limited-edition item at Northern Tool + Equipment — a supplier of more than 100,000 high-quality tools and welding equipment — across the country next August. Voting for the second annual Klutch Welding Helmet Design Sweepstakes runs until February 10th, 2024.…
ESAB partners with American Welding Society for $60,000 in scholarships
ESAB, a global provider of welding and cutting equipment and consumables, has launched its Future Fabricators Program with the announcement of 12 scholarships for $5,000 each, which will be awarded through the American Welding Society (AWS) Foundation. ESAB’s Future Fabricators program was developed for aspiring welders and fabricators to provide tools, equipment, scholarships, training, and…
Emerson introduces ultrasonic metal welders with advanced controls
Emerson has launched the Branson Series GMX-Micro, a line of high-precision ultrasonic metal welders that feature a new computerized operating system, multiple power levels and configurations, advanced controls, and improved connectivity. The new welders can meet changing material and production requirements for electric vehicle batteries, battery chargers, conductors, and electronics applications, with faster cycle times that…
New resistance welding workstations enhance safety and quality
AMADA WELD TECH, a manufacturer of welding equipment and systems, has released the WR Series of Resistance Welding Workstations. The new WR Series combines a power supply, transformer, weld head, process monitor, and workbench into a compact workstation that simplifies operator welding tasks while maximizing quality and reliability. The Welding Workstations are ideal for applications,…
How does “direct press” ultrasonic metal welding support EVs?
Written by Alex Yeung | Global Product Manager Branson Welding and Assembly at Emerson ~ All images courtesy of Emerson Manufacturers of electric vehicles (EVs) continue to look for ways to improve battery technologies despite the substantial recent reduction in the cost per kilowatt hour for lithium-ion batteries. Many manufacturers aim to significantly increase energy…
Training the next generation of welders
Miller Electric, a global manufacturer of arc welding products, is dedicated to building more than just welding products. The company wants to help build safe, reliable and knowledgeable workers, too. For this reason, it’s strongly committed to ensuring all individuals who are interested in welding get the opportunity to learn the trade and to work…
UTI to consolidate Houston operations to better serve trade students
Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the skilled trades division of Universal Technical Institute, announced it will consolidate its Houston operations to align the curriculum, student-facing systems, and support services to better serve students seeking careers in in-demand fields. As part of the transition, the MIAT-Houston campus, acquired in November 2021, will begin operating under the UTI brand and implement a phased…
Miller partners with IPG on handheld welding technology
Miller Electric, a global manufacturer of arc welding products, and IPG Photonics Corporation, a global provider of fiber laser technology, have announced a strategic technology partnership to further promote laser solutions for handheld welding applications. The combination of Miller’s extensive knowledge of the unique needs of traditional welding methods and IPG Photonics’ expertise in fiber…
New Trailblazer engine-driven welders reduce noise and fuel costs
Miller Electric, a global manufacturer of Miller brand arc-welding equipment, has announced the release of the next generation of Trailblazer engine-driven welders. New Trailblazer 330 machines are 86 pounds lighter and 13% smaller than previous models — and they provide lower fuel costs and reduced noise. These new machines also deliver improved weld process and…
Realtime Robotics launches optimization service to improve production lines for manufacturers
Realtime Robotics, a provider of collision-free autonomous motion planning for industrial robots, announced the launch of its new Optimization-as-a-Service solution. The solution uses a combination of proprietary optimization software and experienced robotics and application engineering insights to improve a manufacturer’s overall productivity. Optimization-as-a-Service analyzes a customer’s existing digital twin, identifying bottleneck areas and recommending improvements based…
AMADA WELD TECH launches new sustainability initiatives
AMADA WELD TECH, a manufacturer of welding equipment and systems, recently announced its latest sustainability goals. As of mid-September, the company ceased shipment of both physical printed technical manuals, and USB-based software inclusions for most standard products. Instead, AMADA WELD is providing customers with a simple 2D code that leads to a website landing page…
Meet Hobart’s new Champion Elite 225 engine-driven welder
Hobart, an ITW Welding company, has collaborated with Briggs & Stratton to power Hobart’s new Champion Elite 225 engine-driven welder. It will use the compact Vanguard 23 Gross HP* Small Block V-Twin Horizontal Shaft engine. The powerful yet lightweight design of the Hobart Champion Elite 225 engine-driven welder offers 10,000 watts of auxiliary power and DC welding…
Global welding machinery market to hit $21.5 billion by 2030
The global market for welding machinery estimated at U.S. $13.1 billion in the year 2022, is projected to reach a revised size of $21.5 billion by 2030 — growing at a CAGR of 6.4% over the analysis period 2022 to 2030. This is according to a new report from ResearchAndMarkets. Arc welding, one of the…
Miller releases new engine-driven welders
Miller Electric, a global manufacturer of Miller brand arc-welding equipment, has announced the release of two new models in its Bobcat engine-driven welder lineup. The new Bobcat 265 and Bobcat 230 provide dependable welding and auxiliary power for a variety of applications — in machines that are more than 100 pounds lighter and 13% smaller than previous…
Valmont Trade welcomes new students as need rises for skilled trade workers
Valmont Industries, a global provider of vital infrastructure and technology, has welcomed 24 new pre-apprentice and apprentice students into its trade program in Jasper, Tennessee. “In Tennessee alone, thousands of skilled trade positions across the industry are open to young professionals,” said Diane Larkin, executive VP of global operations at Valmont. “This demand compounds on…
Miller launches the lightweight, Millermatic 142 MIG welder
Miller Electric, a global manufacturer of Miller brand arc welding equipment, has released the new Millermatic 142 MIG welder, a lightweight machine in the 140-amp class. “Designed for people who weld DIY projects or at work, the new Millermatic 142 makes it easy to get the professional-quality results that welders expect from a Miller machine…
Hirebotics to showcase cobot welding capabilities at FABTECH
Hirebotics, a provider of collaborative robots for welding and Universal Robots’ (UR) top OEM award winner for 2023, announced that it will be showcasing several new products and capabilities at the upcoming FABTECH trade show in Chicago on September 11th to 14th, 2023. The new products and capabilities include: Cobot Welder uses the UR20 cobot from Universal…
Lincoln Electric offers a “do-it-all” machine for pipeline welding
Lincoln Electric’s Frontier 400X Pipe is designed to be the ultimate go-to welder for the pipeline industry by combining the latest technology and innovation with the iconic arc performance of legacy machines. Powered by a 24.7 HP, turbocharged Perkins diesel engine, the Frontier 400X Pipe delivers reliable, all-day power with 400 amps of welding output…
National Standard doubles-down on commitment to welding wire industry
National Standard (NS), a prominent player in the welding industry, is preparing for a momentous organizational transformation that promises to reaffirm its commitment to the welding wire sector. The company has been hard at work on a significant change that will be revealed in the near future. While details remain undisclosed, the company hopes to…