Field construction often challenges welders with applications where there is very little space to fit a manual torch or a weld head. Joint proximity to pipes, walls and other obstructions can make a relatively easy weld difficult to execute. In other cases, lack of direct line of sight may force a welder to use mirrors or other implements, drastically increasing the level of execution difficulty.
Proper welder record-keeping requires a commitment to good communication. This session will cover the exchange of information between the UA local Authorized Testing Facilities and the NCPWB chapters they work closely with.
Welding spool pipes presents unique challenges. Unlike beams, pipes feature an open root that requires real-time control of the penetration depth. Additionally, the imperfections inherent in pipes mean that preparations are always a compromise, rendering each weld to be slightly unique. Achieving perfection in such conditions relies on the ability to dynamically adjust to these inherent irregularities. Real-time control over the weld pool is essential to achieve this. Trying to approach this problem by finding a way to make perfect and repeatable preparations has been unsuccessful. Instead, the solution lies in using a welding robot equipped with adaptive welding control. See the solution McCarl’s used to automate their pipe spool welding.
1a. Orbital Welding Solutions for Restricted Access Applications with Walt Sperko
1b. TBD
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