Welding At Armstrong
MIG Welding – Speed & Efficiency
MIG & TIG Welding
Welding processes play a pivotal role in the joining of metal components to create sturdy and reliable Armstrong products. The welding techniques used by the team at Armstrong are Metal Inert Gas (MIG) and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding. These methods offer precision, strength and versatility, making them indispensable across various industry projects.
MIG Welding (Metal Inert Gas)
MIG welding, also known as Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), is a widely adopted technique that employs an electric arc to fuse metals. The process involves feeding a consumable wire electrode through a welding gun, which simultaneously releases a shielding gas to protect the weld from atmospheric contamination. MIG welding is renowned for its speed and efficiency, making it a preferred choice for high-production manufacturing settings.
Key features of MIG welding include:
Speed and Efficiency: MIG welding’s continuous wire feed allows for fast deposition rates, reducing production time and increasing efficiency.
Versatility: This process can be applied to a wide range of metals, including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and more.
Minimal Cleanup: The shielding gas prevents oxidation and minimizes splatter, resulting in cleaner welds that require less post-weld cleanup.
Ease of Automation: MIG welding can be easily automated, making it suitable for robotic applications in industries like automotive manufacturing.
Welding processes play a pivotal role in the joining of metal components to create sturdy and reliable Armstrong products. The welding techniques used by the Armstrong team are Metal Inert Gas (MIG) and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding. These methods offer precision, strength and versatility, making them indispensable across various industry projects.
MIG Welding (Metal Inert Gas)
MIG welding, also known as Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), is a widely adopted technique that employs an electric arc to fuse metals. The process involves feeding a consumable wire electrode through a welding gun, which simultaneously releases a shielding gas to protect the weld from atmospheric contamination. MIG welding is renowned for its speed and efficiency, making it a preferred choice for high-production manufacturing settings.
Key features of MIG welding include:
Speed and Efficiency: MIG welding’s continuous wire feed allows for fast deposition rates, reducing production time and increasing efficiency.
Versatility: This process can be applied to a wide range of metals, including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and more.
Minimal Cleanup: The shielding gas prevents oxidation and minimizes splatter, resulting in cleaner welds that require less post-weld cleanup.
Ease of Automation: MIG welding can be easily automated, making it suitable for robotic applications in industries like automotive manufacturing.
Welding At Armstrong
TIG Welding – Precise, High Quality Welds
TIG Welding
TIG Welding (Tungsten Inert Gas)
TIG welding, also known as Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), is a precise and versatile welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce the arc. A separate filler rod is manually added to the weld pool, making TIG welding ideal for intricate work and specialized applications. This method is particularly favored for its exceptional control over heat input, resulting in high-quality welds. Key features of TIG welding include:
Precision and Aesthetics: TIG welding produces precise, clean, and aesthetically pleasing welds, making it suitable for products where appearance matters.
Versatility with Metals: TIG welding works well with various metals, including stainless steel, aluminum, titanium and exotic alloys.
Low Heat Input: TIG welding’s low heat input minimizes distortion and reduces the likelihood of weakening the surrounding material.
No Flux or Filler Contamination: As TIG welding doesn’t require flux, there’s no risk of contamination from flux residue. Additionally, the filler material can be selected to match the base metal precisely.
Skill Intensive: TIG welding demands a higher level of skill and precision due to its manual operation, making it a preferred choice for skilled welders.
TIG Welding (Tungsten Inert Gas)
TIG welding, also known as Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), is a precise and versatile welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce the arc. A separate filler rod is manually added to the weld pool, making TIG welding ideal for intricate work and specialized applications. This method is particularly favored for its exceptional control over heat input, resulting in high-quality welds. Key features of TIG welding include:
Precision and Aesthetics: TIG welding produces precise, clean, and aesthetically pleasing welds, making it suitable for products where appearance matters.
Versatility with Metals: TIG welding works well with various metals, including stainless steel, aluminum, titanium and exotic alloys.
Low Heat Input: TIG welding’s low heat input minimizes distortion and reduces the likelihood of weakening the surrounding material.
No Flux or Filler Contamination: As TIG welding doesn’t require flux, there’s no risk of contamination from flux residue. Additionally, the filler material can be selected to match the base metal precisely.
Skill Intensive: TIG welding demands a higher level of skill and precision due to its manual operation, making it a preferred choice for skilled welders.
Welding Application
In Manufacturing
Durable, Reliable Products
Welding Application In Manufacturing
MIG and TIG welding find applications in a diverse range of manufacturing processes at Armstrong, including:
Automotive Industry: MIG welding is widely used in the joining of vehicle chassis components and body panels, while TIG welding is employed for precision components such as exhaust systems, where the metal is often thinner.
Aerospace Sector: TIG welding’s precision and cleanliness make it invaluable for constructing aircraft components, ensuring structural integrity and safety.
Construction: MIG welding contributes to the construction of heavy structural components, while TIG welding enhances architectural details and joins stainless steel and aluminum elements.
Fabrication of Machinery: Both MIG and TIG welding are utilized to create heavy machinery, agricultural equipment and industrial machinery, thanks to their ability to handle diverse materials.
MIG and TIG welding are both indispensable techniques in the modern manufacturing operation of Armstrong, each offering distinct advantages based on the specific needs of the application. From rapid production to intricate designs, these welding methods contribute significantly to the creation of durable and reliable products across various industry projects that we work on.
MIG and TIG welding find applications in a diverse range of manufacturing processes at Armstrong, including:
Automotive Industry: MIG welding is widely used in the joining of vehicle chassis components and body panels, while TIG welding is employed for precision components such as exhaust systems, where the metal is often thinner.
Aerospace Sector: TIG welding’s precision and cleanliness make it invaluable for constructing aircraft components, ensuring structural integrity and safety.
Construction: MIG welding contributes to the construction of heavy structural components, while TIG welding enhances architectural details and joins stainless steel and aluminum elements.
Fabrication of Machinery: Both MIG and TIG welding are utilized to create heavy machinery, agricultural equipment and industrial machinery, thanks to their ability to handle diverse materials.
MIG and TIG welding are both indispensable techniques in the modern manufacturing operation of Armstrong, each offering distinct advantages based on the specific needs of the application. From rapid production to intricate designs, these welding methods contribute significantly to the creation of durable and reliable products across various industry projects that we work on.