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Soldering Explained – Definition, Process, Types
31.08.2022Soldering is a process that joins two or more types of metals through melting solder. The first soldering iron was developed in 1896 by Richard Schneider and August Tinnerhol and […]
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Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) Explained
16.08.2022Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) is an automatic or semi-automatic process that uses a consumable tubular electrode in the electric arc to join metals. It was introduced as a solution to […]
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Electrical Discharge Machining – Different Types, Applications, Pros & Cons
08.08.2022Electrical discharge machining is a non-contact fabrication process where the desired shape is achieved by using electrical discharges. Engineers often have to turn to EDM whenever traditional machining methods have […]
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Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Explained
04.08.2022Shielded metal arc welding is an electric arc welding process that joins metals together using a consumable electrode. It was first introduced in 1888 when Nikolay Gavrilovich Slavyanov used consumable […]
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Angularity (GD&T) Explained
26.07.2022As defined per ASME Y14.5-2009, GD&T uses 14 geometric tolerances for specific control over various part features. These controls enable the fabrication of many machine parts with enviable accuracy. For […]
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MIG vs TIG Welding – Main Differences Explained
30.06.2022MIG and TIG welding both use an electric arc and shielding gas to join different metals. While they are quite similar on the surface, each has its own distinctive features. […]
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Profile of a Line (GD&T) Explained
21.06.2022GD&T lists fourteen different geometrical tolerances according to ASME Y14.5-2009. These tolerances allow us to control and define part features in different ways. For ease of understanding, these fourteen tolerances […]
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Waterjet Cutting – Process, Benefits and Materials Explained
14.06.2022Waterjet cutting is a mechanical process where the material is removed by physical contact and material wear. The main difference with other cutting processes is the fact that it’s a […]
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Spot Welding Explained
23.05.2022Spot welding is a resistance welding process that joins metals together by applying pressure while supplying electric current to the weld area. It was first introduced in 1885 when Elihu […]
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Cold Welding Explained
17.05.2022Cold welding is a solid-state welding process that requires little or no heat to join two or more metal surfaces together. The first scientific evidence of cold welding was recorded […]
