by Graham Fry | Mar 1, 2017 | Job Knowledge
Non-destructive Examination (NDE) Part 1 Liquid Penetrant and Magnetic Particle Inspection In achieving high quality defect free welds there is no substitute for experienced and qualified welders and competent supervision. However, no matter how skilled the welder,...
by Graham Fry | Feb 1, 2017 | Equipment
SENTINEL™ A50 Revolutionary high performance automatic welding helmet Years of welding have trained you to know exactly what you need in a hood: crucial comfort, large lens, and next generation technology. Every special operation needs special equipment that gets the...
by Graham Fry | Jan 1, 2017 | Welding Inspection
AWI Streamlines the Certification for Welding Inspectors The AWI has successfully rolled out the first phase of the it’s ‘Welding Inspection’ program to compliment its successful welding supervision and welders certification scheme. The main focus...
by Graham Fry | Jan 1, 2017 | Job Knowledge, Welding
Distortion – Types and causes This article covers several key issues on distortion in arc welded fabrications, especially basic types of and factors affecting the degree of distortion. What causes distortion? Because welding involves highly localised heating of...
by Graham Fry | Jan 1, 2017 | Articles
The AWI have been given information that Bisalloy have changed the naming convention for their very well-known quenched and tempered steel products. As well as bringing you details of these changes, AWI has taken the opportunity to upgrade some of the technical...
by Graham Fry | Jul 1, 2016 | Certifications, ISO3834, Welding Certification
Simplifying the Certification for AS/NZS/ISO 3834 Who needs it? AS/NZS ISO 3834 is the Quality Requirements for Fusion Welding of Metallic Materials and is designed to provide guidance and compliance requirements for industries that engage in welding activities. Can...
by Graham Fry | Jul 1, 2016 | Equipment
Introducing the all new Torchmate 4400 and 4800 CNC Plasma Cutting Tables Reliable and robust table mechanics and easy-to-use CNC software, Lincoln Electric’s Torchmate have recently launched the new Torchmate 4400 and 4800 CNC Plasma Cutting Tables. The...
by Graham Fry | Jul 1, 2016 | Equipment
What Is The Best Way To Cut Steel Plate? – Oxy-fuel, Plasma, Laser, or Waterjet? There are many ways to cut mild steel plate, some of which are suited for automation some are not. Some are suited for thinner plate, some for thicker. Some are fast, some are slow....
by Graham Fry | Jul 1, 2016 | Job Knowledge
Notched bar or impact testing – Part 1 Before looking at impact testing let us first define what is meant by ‘toughness’ since the impact test is only one method by which this material property is measured. Toughness is, broadly, a measure of the amount of...
by Graham Fry | Jul 1, 2016 | Equipment
Four Steps to Proper Nozzle Selection Choose One-Piece or Two-Piece Nozzle: Acetylene – one-piece nozzle always. Other Fuel Gases – two-piece nozzle provides most efficient operation for normal cutting. One-piece nozzle extends life where heating is very...
by Graham Fry | May 1, 2016 | Equipment
A2 Multitrac A2TG + GMH The ESAB modular concept makes it easy. A2TG Multitrac is designed to put your MIG/SAW operation on the right track to increase both the productivity and quality. Combining GMH joint tracking controller and PEK controller makes it easy for any...
by Graham Fry | May 1, 2016 | ISO3834
AS/NZS 3834 News Story – South 32 (Ex-Worsley Alumina) South 32 quality management team’s first choice for extension of their ISO 3834 Accreditation was the AWI South 32 had expressed a desire to move away from certification and opted for compliance assessment....
by Graham Fry | May 1, 2016 | Equipment
NEW Vanta™ XRF Analyser Rugged Revolutionary Productive IP65 rated dust and water resistant to protect against the hazards found in even the most challenging environments.* Withstands a temperature range of -10°C to 50°C at full duty cycle, so you waste less...
by Graham Fry | May 1, 2016 | Uncategorized
Air Cooler Header Box – In Position Repair Company Overview L&A Pressure Welding is an industrial assets manufacturer of pressure equipment, primarily servicing energy, water and chemical suppliers and distributors. The business was established in 1981 by...
by Graham Fry | May 1, 2016 | Job Knowledge
Mechanical testing – Tensile testing, Part 1 Mechanical testing is carried out to produce data that may be used for design purposes or as part of a material joining procedure or operator acceptance scheme. The most important function may be that of providing...
by Graham Fry | May 1, 2016 | Articles
ESAB KNOWLEDGE CENTER An Introduction to Welding Inspection Many characteristics of a weld can be evaluated during welding inspection, some relating to the welds size, and others relating to the presence of weld discontinuities. The size of a weld can be extremely...
by Graham Fry | May 1, 2016 | Articles
About Kemppi Australia’s Weldeye Leading Australian welding equipment supplier, Kemppi Australia, has launched its Weldeye welding management system. The system is designed to improve welding quality management and operational productivity, whilst reducing operating...
by Graham Fry | May 1, 2016 | Equipment
Crossbow Economical CNC Cutting Machine Application Distributors Small Fabricators Trade Schools Maintenance Shops Construction (Shipyards, Bridge Builders, Offshore, Construction) Technical Specification Max effective cut width 1,500mm (1 torch) Max...
by Graham Fry | Mar 1, 2016 | Membership
First AS/NZS ISO 3834 Assessments for AWI In late February, two auditors from AWI conducted AS/NZS ISO 3834 Part 2 assessments at two locations in WA. The first was at South32 (ex-Worsley Alumina) in Collie and the second was at OJG Engineering in Maddington in Perth....
by Graham Fry | Mar 1, 2016 | Membership
Membership Benefits The benefits of membership of the AWI are: The provision of a professional network for members to exchange information and ideas relating to all things welding Subscription to E-News Bulleting WeldED The opportunity to join a national organisation...
