TPT May 2008

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

Centricut brand expands Innerlogic Proline 2200 range Hypertherm’s Centricut brand is building upon the success of its recently introduced line of Innerlogic ProLine2200 consumables by adding a 150 amp consumable set to its family of products. The new 150 amp consumables join four other Proline2200 consumable sets – 50, 70, 100 and 200 amp versions – introduced in 2007. In addition to longer life and better cut quality, the Centricut brand consumables can lower the operating cost of the Proline2200, due to two innovations: patented SilverLine ® electrodes and patent pending CoolFlow™ nozzles. SilverLine electrode technology involves welding a solid silver front end to a copper electrode base and inserting a hafnium pin into the silver. The CoolFlow nozzle feature improves conduction cooling, o-ring cooling and seal reliability. Flow stagnation and leaks into the plasma chamber are stopped. Hypertherm Europe – The Netherlands Fax : +31 165 596921 Email : hteurope.info@hypertherm.com Website : www.hypertherm.com/eu

Weldac solid-state welders boost output

EFD Induction is a leading supplier of industrial heat solutions based on induction technology. The company has introduced a patented solid-state concept that aims to significantly boost tube-welding output, with higher efficiency, quality and more uptime. Weldac solid-state welders come with a 5-year warranty for their inverter modules, driver cards included. Since its launch the Weldac system has become a proven solution, boosting welding productivity at companies worldwide. Weldac’s reliability is based on a robust design and robust components. The IGBT transistor solution makes the Weldac virtually short-circuit proof, with practically no ripple. Weldac is one of five product families from EFD Induction. Together, these product families enable the performance of virtually

 An EFD solid-state welder

any industrial heating task. EFD Induction as – Norway Fax : +47 35 50 60 10 Email : knl@no.efdgroup.net • Website : www.efd-induction.com

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