TPT May 2008

T ube & P ipe W elding: T rends & P rogress

Weld seam inspection with digital X-radiography technology

Ideal solutions for TIG and stick welding

The Lincoln Electric Company, USA, has introduced the Invertec ® V155-S base unit with stick accessories and TIG Ready-Pak ® Package for lift TIG and stick welding. With 115/230V auto reconnect operation, the Invertec V155-S can operate from a portable generator. This dependable welder is loaded with innovative unique features like Auto-

Adaptive Arc Force ™ , which minimizes electrode sticking and spatter. There are also two stick modes, Soft and Crisp, along with Touch Start TIG ™ operation. In addition, providing excellent arc starting capability, Automatic Hot Start ™ makes striking the arc easier in stick mode. Lincoln Electric Company – USA Fax : +1 216 486 1751 Website : www.lincolnelectric.com

To help achieve welding excellence, GE Inspection Technologies, Germany, offers advanced technology for digital X-radiography of weld seams on large pipes (SAW pipes). The company’s range includes digital CRx Tower technology and the DXR-family of flat panel detectors. For expert testing, the flat panel detector DXR 250RT can be used in conjunction with X-Cube series testing machines. This equipment offers advantages of real time testing and comes with image processing software to enhance an X-ray image in real time or static mode. The equipment enables real-time practical X-radiography, including different X-ray setups, various testing speeds and different parts’ dimensions. GE Inspection Technologies is a leading innovator in technology-driven inspection solutions that deliver productivity, quality and safety. The company designs, manufactures and services radiographic, ultrasonic, remote visual inspection and eddy current equipment to inspect, monitor and test materials and equipment without disassembly, deforming or damaging them. The company’s products are used in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, power generation, oil and gas, process and automotive. The company has 11 application centres around the globe and offers a range of services including repair, on-site RVI inspection services, calibration, training and upgrades. GE Inspection Technologies GmbH – Germany

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