Corewire products are designed for general hardfacing, repair and maintenance. Used extensively in the mining, quarrying, cement, agriculture, steel and rail industries amongst others, the experts are Corewire help us look at the advantages of flux cored wire vs solid wire when hardfacing. Hardfacing, also known as hard surfacing, surface welding, or cladding, is a ..read more

The UK is currently facing a significant shortage of skilled welders, a challenge that has far-reaching implications for various industries, including construction, manufacturing, and automotive sectors.   This shortage is driven by an aging workforce with many experienced welders expected to retire by 2027 creating over 35,000 jobs according to Axiom Personnel. The problem is ..read more

Back in the early 1970’s a group of businessmen from the welding distributor sector felt that a joint voice of companies with open discussion was needed to forge a stronger future for the UK welding supply chain. In 1974, they travelled to St Helier, Jersey, in the Channel Isles. They convened at the Grand Hotel ..read more

The free to attend annual event, Laser Matters, is being held on Wednesday 6th November 2024, hosted by the MTC at its site at Ansty Park, Coventry. And, the Welding World Association will be there to discuss all things pertinent to the industry. This event is a ‘must attend’ for those with an interest in ..read more

The experts at Lincoln Electric help us with a ‘Question from the market’: The formation of Silicon Islands when MAG-welding causes costly extra work. Can you give us some tips & tricks on how to minimise this?   The answer, from a welding engineer:   The formation of Silicon Islands during MAG welding, with a ..read more

Initially providing a ‘Total Laser Maintenance’ service, TLM Laser now offers a complete range of laser products from some of the leading globally renowned names in laser technology. The company prides itself on being a ‘solutions’ provider with long term experience and cutting edge expertise. Here, the company’s experts focus on laser hardening. In laser ..read more

Dust is inevitable in certain jobs, but putting in measures in place for controlling dust can help reduce the long-term negative effects it can have on our employees. In this article, Croner is  going to cover the dangers of dust and how employers can help prevent or avoid dust all together in their workplace. Dust ..read more

On the 6 June 2024, Welding World was invited to Lincoln Electric in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, to  join the celebratory event to mark the retirement of Mike Chalmers, Commercial Director of Lincoln Electric in the UK. Mike has served Lincoln Electric for a staggering 43 years and with his fortitude, knowledge and guidance, has expertly ..read more

A new eBook from EWM on the use of welding torches helps answer the question. Welding torches are often underestimated, yet they’re so important to the welding process. The user has to decide whether they want to accept low performance and possibly high wear on components when using a lower-quality welding torch or whether they ..read more

Almost every high-performance engineered component relies on a base metal or metallic alloy for some part of its characteristics. Here, Simon Thompson, Managing Director at specialists’ suppliers, BIBUS Metals, looks at the specialist requirements of leading manufacturing companies in the oil & gas, aerospace and automotive sectors. Supporting BIBUS Metals AG headquarters, located near Zurich ..read more