TPT September 2023

The September Issue Welcome to the latest issue of Tube & Pipe Technology magazine. This issue we have technical articles from FD Machinery (page 76) and Thermatool (page 77) that offer a detailed insight into the latest use of robots and automation in pipe welding.

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Rory McBride – Editor in chief

As well as dealing with ongoing issues with recruitment and the training of enough welders across manufacturing – as many of the older generation retire – the automated technology also increases workplace safety and allows the remaining experienced welders to use their expertise on more specialist assignments. In the case of roll changing, this heavy job can now be performed safely and accurately by a robot. 3R also offer wise words (page 24) about the benefits of fabrication automation and the competitive advantages it can offer. On page 73 there is advice for tube buyers and manufacturers from Zekelman about the use of certifications to ensure pipe is of the highest quality. Finally, we welcome an in-depth interview (page 62) with Takeshi Takiguchi, president of Sanyo Seiki Co. This month we also see a welcome return for three excellent trade events in the form of FABTECH 2023 in Chicago, USA; Tube SE Asia in Bangkok, Thailand; and EMO in Hanover, Germany. I hope they are a great success. The editorial deadline for the forthcoming November issue of TPT is 3 October 2023. If you would like to submit an article, or have any questions, you can contact me at: rory@intras.co.uk I hope you enjoy the magazine.

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On the cover . . . Randolph Tool Co Inc offers high quality tube cut off blades and die jaws, manufactured to exact specifications to best suit the

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production needs of its customers. The blades are manufactured by experienced craftsmen using the best manufacturing procedures and have a reputation for exceeding expectations. Randolph Tool, which was established in

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