TPT September 2024

TUBE WELDING MACHINES & TECHNOLOGY

The SiC welder family, developed through a collaboration between Termomacchine and SiCtech Induction, represents an advancement in induction welding technology, the company said

Kent Corporation aims to boost Termomacchine SiC welder growth in the North American market

Termomacchine Srl, established in 1976, has a long history of innovation in the design and manufacturing of electromagnetic induction heating installations. The company’s expertise in welding processes is complemented by SiCtech Induction’s pioneering work in power electronics, creating a synergy that has driven the development of the SiC welder family​. Their strategic partnership with Kent Corporation ensures that customers receive high quality products and support services locally including installation, commissioning, training and maintenance​. As the exclusive distributor of Termomacchine’s SiC welder tech- nology in North America, Kent Corporation is dedicated to delivering these advanced welding solutions to the market. With a strong focus on customer satis- faction, Kent Corporation aims to provide high levels of service and support to ensure seamless integration and operation of the SiC welder technology in various industrial applications.

reduce energy consumption, resulting in lower operational costs. Compact and lightweight design – the modular construction and compact, single cabinet size of the SiC welders allow for easy integration into existing production lines while saving valuable floor space​. Advanced digital control – equipped with a fully digital controller and Siemens Plc with SIRIUS safety relay, the SiC welders offer precise control and monitoring capabilities, ensuring high performance and safety levels during operation. The SiC welder technology is particularly suited to continuous tube welding, offering robust performance in both induction and contact welding processes. This makes it ideal for a variety of industries including automotive, aerospace and manufacturing. Kent Corporation has already suc- cessfully implemented Termomacchine welding solutions in several facilities across the US and Canada. These installations demonstrate the reliability and efficiency of the Termomacchine product offering, showcasing its ability to meet the demanding requirements of modern manufacturing environments.

KENT Corporation, which offers tube and pipe manufacturing solutions, now offers innovative SiC welder technology that was recently released by its partner Termomacchine Srl. Kent is the exclusive partner for Termomacchine machines in North America. The two companies have been working closely together to grow Termomacchine’s brand name in the USA, Canada and Mexico. The SiC welder family, developed through a collaboration between Termomacchine and SiCtech Induction, represents an advancement in induction welding technology. The welders are designed to deliver efficiency and performance, leveraging Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOS Transistors, advanced DC link antiferroelectric capacitors and ultrafast high isolation circuitry. Key features and benefits include: high power and frequency range – the SiC welders offer total output power up to 800kW and operate within a wide frequency range of 250-400kHz, making them suitable for a variety of welding applications​. Efficiency – with efficiencies up to 98.9 per cent at 250kHz and 98.4 per cent at 400kHz, these welders significantly

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