TPT September 2013

Technology News

Warrior attacks the market ESAB’s new Warrior multi-process welding power source and wire feeder is designed for applications within the shipbuilding, railway, mobile machinery, power generation, construction, pipe welding, general fabrication, repair and maintenance sectors. cycle. It welds 0.8 to 2mm flux-cored and solid wires, and carbon arc gouges with electrodes up to 10mm diameter, and has a full range of MMA capabilities with 7018 and 6010 performance.

source controls are all conveniently located on its front panel. Knobs are protected, and are designed for use when wearing welding gloves. A simple and clear user interface makes it easy for anyone to start welding within a few seconds. The connection cable set has power, gas and control in an all-in-one bundle, helping to reduce set-up times. The sun-friendly display makes it easy to see the settings when welding outside. For remote welding and gouging applications, Warrior is generator-compatible. It can work with both 300 and 200mm welding wire spools for lighter weight and better portability, and an easy-to-open side panel provides quick access for service and maintenance.

Features include an air tunnel design to keep critical electronics free from dirt, oil and foreign objects. The durable external body and its IP23 rating will endure harsh outdoor environments, including up to 60° driving rain. Ergonomically designed handles are built to withstand mechanical hoisting, and double bend 2mm steel side panels protect against collisions, drops and unexpected impact. The new wire feeder features a high- torque 4-roll drive, offering superior feed even with long MIG/MAG welding guns. This feeder’s comprehensive controls include remote voltage, gas purge, inch wire, wire feed speed, trigger lock and slow run-in. Designed for ease of use, Warrior’s power

Warrior has been developed using feedback from expert welders with a concern for reliable operation, minimal downtime and maximum welding productivity. It has been designed as a rugged welding power source suitable for use within tough welding environments encountered in many different industries. It can perform MIG/MAG, flux-cored wire, manual metal arc (MMA) and TIG welding tasks, as well as arc gouging. Featuring highly reliable inverter technology for energy savings and greater functionality, Warrior delivers up to 500 amps @ 60 per cent duty

ESAB – UK Email: info@esab.co.uk Website: www.esab.co.uk

Heavy-duty pipe bevelling FOR more than 20 years PIPE Ltd has been manufacturing and supplying a range of portable pipe bevelling machines to industries across the world, including chemical, oil, gas and power generation. PIPE’s new Supermaxi model in action

The company is constantly evaluating its products, modifying and improving based on customer feedback and requirements. The latest incarnations of PIPE’s heavy duty pipe bevelling range, the Supermaxi series, will be unveiled at this year’s Schweissen & Schneiden fair, 16 to 21 September. Covering a range of 4" to 24" pipe in just two machines, the new Supermaxi series has been designed to suit the arduous conditions and materials faced by pipe fabricators. Designed with a removable centre shaft for rapid and simple set up in the pipe, the revised six- point locking system, together with the new motor and gearing system, enables the Supermaxi machines to bevel pipe of almost any wall thickness, and any material. For high volume repetitive work where consistent, high quality machine finish bevels are required, the Supermaxi series of bevelling machines are suitable

clamps, pipe stands and pipe handling equipment, pipe purging equipment, plate bevelling machines, tube pulling and expanding equipment, and tube to tubesheet welding machines. Among the other new equipment on show will be the E-Z Fit Red range of pipe clamps.

for any job site or workshop application. The machines are available with electric, pneumatic or hydraulic power options and a range of tooling to suit all styles of weld preparation and materials. Visitors to the company’s Schweissen & Schneiden stand – A244 in Hall 4 – will be able to see the Supermaxi series, together with PIPE Ltd’s full range of pipe and plate working equipment, including portable pipe bevelling machines, portable pipe cutting and bevelling machines, pipe alignment

Prestige Industrial Pipework Equipment (PIPE) Ltd – UK Email: sales@pipe-ltd.com Website: www.pipe-ltd.com

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