TPT January 2016

Ajax Tocco supplies air-cooled induction weld preheat system

preheat systems offer many advantages, in- cluding controlled cool- ing rates; increased pen- etration; increased feed rates; improved quality; and reduced consum- ables. High-frequency induc- tion heating cables can be configured for round, flat or irregular surfaces.

AJAX Tocco Magnethermic recently delivered 5/10kW Toccotron AC induction heating systems to an international on-site heat treating firm. These systems are designed for portable/on-site preheat prior to welding applications. The customer chose these systems over larger 35kW induction heating systems due to lower equipment costs. At 5kW continuous output, the customer stated the 5/10kW Toccotron AC systems satisfied the majority of its small to medium preheat prior to welding applications and were capable of heating 50kg of steel to 200°C in 30 minutes. The customer also cited a simple, robust design in addition to the light- weight (hand carried), 100 per cent air- cooled design, including quick setup and broad application capabilities as other factors in their decision. Ajax Tocco air-cooled induction weld

various industries and applications throughout the world. In addition, the company provides a range of services including laboratory process development, preventive maintenance, equipment repair, and parts, coil repair facilities and installation services through its locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia.

No tools are required for installation and use. All electrical connections are made with quick disconnects and circular military-style connectors. Other applications include bearing/sleeve shrink fitting, coatings curing, coatings removal, die heating and bulk heating applications. Ajax Tocco Magnethermic, a subsidiary of Park-Ohio Holdings Corp, designs and manufactures induction heating and melting equipment for

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