TPT November 2023

TUBE WELDING MACHINES & TECHNOLOGY

adjustment. Furthermore, the weight distribution of all torch components is well balanced, which promotes fatigue free welding. With options such as a pistol grip, button extension, and heat shield available, our welding torches can be adapted to the personal use and safety needs of the welder. Fronius also keeps usability in mind at all times when it comes to welding systems. In all compact systems, for example, the wirefeeder is integrated directly into the welding system housing, making them easier to use, especially when it comes to manual welding tasks. Of course, the worker’s muscles and spine must also be protected, which is why Fronius welding systems have customised transport trolleys that accommodate the welding system, cooling unit, wirefeeder and gas cylinder. In summing up, there are many ways in which to make the working environment of welders as safe and ergonomic as possible, and in doing so positively influence the working conditions and motivation of employees.

no physical effort required,” Mr Neuhofer continued: “Your software remembers the welding sequences of the individual components, which are mounted either on a welding table or turn-tilt positioner. The components are welded fully autonomously in a protective cabin with an automatically closing and opening glare protection screen, which protects the welder from arc radiation – around the clock if necessary. If desired, the CWC-S can also be equipped with a fume extraction system.” Heavy components should be lifted while fastened to lifting aids, such as indoor cranes, in order to protect the muscles and spine. This rule essentially applies to all lifting activities related to welding, because overloading the musculoskeletal system not only endangers health in the long term, but can also result in instant injuries such as lumbar syndrome, also commonly referred to as lumbago. Pipelines that are often used in the food industry or in power plant construction are produced using orbital welding, whereby the welding torch is guided around the pipe. They often have to be joined at unfavorable heights and positions,

which can have an adverse effect on the welder’s back. Orbital systems, such as the open and closed welding heads from Fronius, provide a solution. If the pipe to be joined is clamped, the welding torch moves around the component and welds the seam with consistently high quality. The products of the Austrian technology pioneer have made a name for themselves for their user-friendliness. All welding torches, for example, are characterised by their low weight, comfortable handles and user interfaces adapted to the tasks at hand. The ergonomic handles with non-slip components fit comfortably in the hand during welding and allow for safe and simple welding torch guidance, with ball joints facilitating optimum torch

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