Welding Journal

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November 2023

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High-performance robots with hollow-arm designs use resistance spot welding technology to maximize floor space while improving cycle times and product quality.

The Resistance Spot Welding Advantage

A cost-effective process that yields solid welds for long-term performance, resistance spot welding (RSW) remains a top joining method for a variety of structural parts. RSW was one of the first applications leveraged by robotics, and advances in robot hardware and software have enhanced it. 

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Editorial

Editorial

Robotic Welding Boosts Stair Production

We at JD Stairs Inc., Las Vegas, Nev., are artisan stairs contractors who create staircases, doors, gates, and more. With the recent investment of a robotic welding unit, we have been able to increase production and provide higher-quality products in all of our stair offerings.

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RWMA Q&A

Q: We currently weld steel assemblies and have been asked to investigate the feasibility of welding aluminum. I have heard this will require more welding current. What about weld time and force requirements? Can you explain the reasoning behind these requirements?

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FABTECH 2023

This year’s FABTECH had something for everyone. At the AWS booth, both new and long-time members were greeted by the staff and received answers to questions. At the AWS Careers in Welding Trailer, show participants had the opportunity to try virtual welding and learn about scholarships.

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Welding Qualification Program of GMAAM Test Plates to Wrought Material

We are seeing an increasing number of large components made entirely from weld metal. The additive manufacturing (AM) process might be called weld metal additive, direct energy deposition (DED), or listed by the deposition process used; for example, wire-arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) or gas metal arc additive manufacturing (GMAAM).

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Relevant research papers by the world’s foremost scientists, engineers, scholars and industry professionals, are published monthly in the Welding Journal and are also available for download in PDF format. Browse current peer-reviewed reports of research on welding procedures, metallurgy, equipment, processes, testing and quality control.

Research papers must be submitted through Editorial Manager, where you will find more information on submission guidelines and author responsibilities. The Welding Journal Impact Factor (JIF) for 2022 is 2.2. Please email wjrs@aws.org if you have any questions.

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