A pair of InventHelp developers have designed a new welding curtain to better protect workers: the ELECTRIC WELDING CURTAIN PLUS. The invention provides an improved safety curtain for protecting a welder’s eyes and body. The new welding curtain can be easily raised and lowered as needed. As a result, it eliminates the need to move…
For the Love of Labor: A national grant program for skilled trades & training
Workwear brand, Carhartt, is initiating a national grant program by awarding $175,000 to four Michigan organizations listed below. Carhartt is also committing all of its online sales this Labor Day to support ongoing grants throughout the year. A first-of-its-kind program for the company, For the Love of Labor grants are now available to support like-minded…
NUBURU awarded core patent for copper welding with blue light
NUBURU, a provider of high-power blue laser technology and high-quality metal machining and processing, announced that it has been awarded US Patent No. 10,940,562 by the US Patent Office, for blue laser applications of welding copper material and its alloys. NUBURU’s blue lasers provide unprecedented speed and quality control for metal processing operations, such as welding…
WCI’s welding products reduce and eliminate contaminated welds
Welding Chemicals Inc. (WCI) offers nearly 40 years of experience in the welding industry, offering high-quality “Made in America” products — all made in an ISO facility. WCI’s welding chemical products reduce or completely eliminate the detrimental consequences of a bad or contaminated weld, ensuring clean and protected surfaces. The company’s products keep welding guns…
Laser welding machine market expected to grow at CAGR of 4.73% to 2025
The laser welding machine market value is set to grow by U.S. $373.97 million, progressing at a CAGR of 4.73% from 2021 to 2025, as per the latest report by Technavio. The benefits of laser welding compared to conventional welding are driving the laser welding machine market growth. Although the requirement for skilled labor might somewhat impede…
Lincoln Electric introduces the POWER MIG 215 MPi multi-process welder
Lincoln Electric, a developer and manufacturer of arc welding products, has released the POWER MIG 215 MPi multi-process welder — a lightweight dual-input voltage machine with a new ergonomic design. The POWER MIG 215 MPi welder builds on the strong foundation established by Lincoln Electric’s POWER MIG 210 MP welder and offers added functionality with…
CGI relaunching as Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions
In a major step to strengthen its position in the North American manufacturing marketplace and establish a foundation for continued growth and success, CGI Manufacturing Holdings is relaunching as Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions. Under the unified platform, Cadrex and its business units will continue to deliver unmatched value-added Industry 4.0 solutions for mission-critical manufacturing, supported by…
Miller offers the Millermatic 355 for MIG and pulsed-MIG welds
Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, a global manufacturer of arc-welding equipment, offers the Millermatic 355 — proving users with power, precision, simplicity and versatility. This machine offers MIG and pulsed-MIG welds in mild steel, aluminum, or stainless in thicknesses from 22 gauge to 1/2 inch. “The new Millermatic 355 delivers power, precision, simplicity and versatility in…
ARC Energy Services opens new Virginia office for worker training & testing
ARC Energy Services, Inc., the Veteran-owned specialty mechanical contracting company serving the power and process industries, announced the opening of a new office in Ashland, Virginia, to accommodate growth and leverage the area’s diverse talent pool. The company says it will provide worker training and testing on specialty welding, machining, and other services at this…
Miller launches reimagined Dynasty TIG welder
Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, a global manufacturer of arc-welding equipment, has announced the launch of its reimagined Dynasty TIG welder. Dynasty operators will experience an unrivaled precision arc performance, which is now paired with an intuitive user interface to unlock advanced capabilities. The simple setup allows for easy navigation through an informative color LCD…