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For fully automated pipe welding applications, Lincoln Electric has introduced Pipeliner® 81M, a gas-shielded, flux-cored (FCAW-G) 0.045 inch (1.2mm) diameter wire designed for hot, fill and cap pass welding on up to X70 grade pipe. Pipeliner 81M is designed to provide optimal performance during automated pipe welding New FCAW-G line

applications where consistent arc length is critical. Fast-freezing slag provides a flat bead shape with consistent puddle support all the way around the pipe. Additionally, the new wire provides robust impact toughness and is capable of producing weld deposits with Charpy V-Notch impact toughness exceeding 27J (20 ft•lbf) at –40ºC.

Terry Perdue joins Radiant Energy Systems

Terry Perdue has joined Radiant Energy Systems Inc, New Jersey, as engineering manager. Mr Perdue will leas the engineering and design team in planning, project management and quality control, and will implement and execute the company’s ISO 9001:2008 certification. “Due to continued company growth and further planned expansion, Mr Perdue will be an asset to us and to our customers,” states Bob Narang, president of Radiant Energy Systems.

“He comes to us with over 15 years experience in the paper, converting and alternative energy industries. His expertise in operational improvements and cost-saving initiatives will benefit the company’s long term objectives.” Mr Perdue earned his bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from Auburn University and is working on his Masters in Engineering Management from New Jersey Institute of Technology.

Jim Fitterling, president of Corporate Development and Hydrocarbons, and executive vice-president of Dow, will assume executive oversight of the Chemicals and Energy division in addition to his current leadership role. “Jim’s in-depth market and customer knowledge, and his global business experience, makes him ideally qualified to assume this executive role,” said Andrew Liveris, chairman and CEO. “He has been a driving Dow division re-shuffle

force in deliveringDow’s transformational strategy and will continue to be a vital part of our business success as he leads this division to higher levels of performance and results.” Mr Fitterling assumes this leadership role from Carol Williams, who has been named to lead Manufacturing and Engineering and appointed as an executive vice-president of Dow. There are no other changes of reporting responsibilities within the two divisions.

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