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Its time to engage

elcome to the first issue of the CWA engage. The publication you are now reading is the first of a number of exciting new services being rolled out by the Association in the next few months. We expect you will find engage, plus its sister publication CWA Channel, a bit of a departure from the past. Simply put, they represent the beginning of a number of exciting changes coming your way that are geared towards providing the information, opportunities and revenue the CWA needs to grow and get stronger. So whats in it for you? For members, engage provides you with a monthly summary of whats going on in your industry. As this publications tagline says, its all about delivering information on technology, processes and education. That is a lot of ground to cover, and in all issues we will strive to bring you a mix of articles on a wide range of subjects as well as industry facts and figures, product and industry news, job and education opportunities, as well as history and current events relating to welding. Further, the information you get within the pages of engage will be unique, and represents material that may never have been seen through the Journal or our previous newsletters.

For our Supplier and Manufacturing members, engage gives you a monthly opportunity to share information about your products and services with the Association. You can count on us to publish your press releases and news stories, deliver product reviews and technical specs, as well as provide cost effective advertising. We feel its important for you to know that 100% of every dollar you spend advertising in engage and other CWA programs (excluding the Journal) stays in Canada, and is used directly towards building a better Association. Finally, we would like to mention that we are able to provide you with new services like engage by leveraging the resources of the CWB Group. On behalf of Dan Tadic of the CWA, and Ian Campbell of CWB Group marketing, we hope that you will find CWA Engage a valuable part of your membership.

Your Participation
In October we will be stating a year-long process in which the Association will be reaching out to you to get your input on a number of topics using quarterly online surveys. Our goal is to collect the information that we need to help you and your employers build a stronger welding industry in Canada. All information you provide will be held in confidence and we will never ask for your name or any other personal information that could be used to identify you. As such, we ask that you take

Watch for details in the next issue of CWA Channel

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This is your opportunity to directly impact the direction of the Association as well as influence the Canadian welding industry as a whole. Thanks in advance for your support only together we can build a better Association.

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the time to complete the surveys as fully and honestly as possible. The information we collect will be combined with that of our fellow members and used to produce an annual state of the industry report that will be made available to all.

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Becoming a Qualified Welding Supervisor
Brian Chmay
CWB Training Representative

The welding supervisor must also:

Have a thorough knowledge of the companys welding procedure specifications and data sheets. Have a thorough knowledge of the applicable standards pertaining to his work. Be able to read drawings and interpret welding symbols Have knowledge of weld faults, quality control and inspection methods pertaining to his work. Be familiar with the proper operation of the types of welding equipment for which he will be responsible for. The process begins with the Welding Supervisor submitting a Welding Supervisor Resume (CWB Form 155E), together with the List of Personnel (CWB 151E).

welding engineers welding supervisors tack welders, welders and welding operators documentation

This article will briefly cover the requirements for becoming a welding supervisor. The welding supervisor is the companys designated person directly responsible for ensuring that qualified welding personnel weld in accordance with approved

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Other standards, such as those covering the fabrication of highway bridges, antenna towers, offshore structures, powered platforms and even amusement rides have clauses in them referencing certification

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ompanies involved in the fabrication and welding of bridges, industrial structures, cranes and structures for buildings are required to be certified under CSA Standard W47.1-09 Certification of companies for fusion welding of steel.

or accepted welding procedure data sheets in the shop and the field. To do this effectively, it has been determined that the welding supervisor is required to have a minimum of 5 years of welding-related experience pertinent to the companys type of operations. There is a provision in the standard that allows for a reduction of the required years of experience under certain conditions.

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The Welding Supervisor Resume contains information about the candidate, including the number of years of practical experience. The List of Personnel identifies who the company will use as their Welding Engineers, Welding Supervisors and Certification Contact and must be signed by the Chief Executive Officer or their delegate. Next the welding supervisor is required to successfully complete five examinations on the following topics: Welding Symbols Weld Faults Quality Control CSA Standard W47.1-09 CSA Standard W59-03

The questions are multiple choice or true/false format. The Welding Symbols, Weld faults and Quality Control examinations are closed book, wheareas the CSA W47.1 and CSA W59 examinations are open book. There is a 45 minute time limit to write the closed book examinations, and an hour and a half for the open book examinations. The passing grade is 75%. (Yes, we hold welding supervisors up to a high standard). These grades are recorded in the CWB computer system. The CWB presents Welding Supervisor Seminars on these subjects and standards, but attending a seminar does not guarantee you a passing grade.

Upcoming CWB Institute Courses

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Welding Inspector Level 1 Exam Preparation Course

Milton - Nov 14-25

Level 2 Upgrade Course

Edmonton - Nov 1-9

Code Endorsement Course

Qualified welding supervisors receive a certificate and wallet-sized card.

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Finally, the welding supervisor is required to pass a verbal examination given by the Certification Service Representative for his company. This usually takes place on the companys premises. This verbal examination and visit ensures that the welding supervisor is practicing and fulfilling his/her obligations and responsibilities in accordance with the standard.

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Materials & Processes

Milton - Nov 21-25 Dartmouth - Oct 31- Nov 4 Calgary - Nov 7-11 Radiography Level 1&2 Calgary - Nov 14 - Dec 2 Liquid Penetrant Level 2 Dartmouth - Nov 7-11 Magnetic Particle Level 2 Calgary - Oct 24-28 Dartmouth - Nov 14-18

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The chances of successfully achieving a passing grade increase if the candidate has the opportunity to read and become familiar with the material prior to attending one of these seminars.

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Passing these exams within the time frames requires a fair amount of studying and commitment.

Milton - Nov 14-17 Edmonton - Nov 22-25 Welding Supervisor Seminar (Steel) Edmonton - Nov 14-18 Milton - Oct 17-21, Oct 31-Nov 4 Calgary - Oct 31-Nov 4 St. Johns - Nov 21-25 Sudbury - Nov 28-Dec 2 Welding Supervisor Seminar (Aluminum) Milton - Oct 12-14 Winnipeg - Nov 7-9

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Richmond Hill, On. - June 16, 2011 DEWALT introduces the launch of a full range of Wearable Backing Flap Discs and Extended Performance Flap Discs that include industry-first innovations that
deliver increased life and superior performance when compared to competitive products. These discs are ideal for welders, fabricators, and professionals working in fabricating shops, shipyards, and on job sites. The Wearable Backing Flap Discs are designed for a number of applications including weld blending, material removal, and welding preparation. A frustration common among professionals is that half of the cloth is still on the flap disc when the disc itself can no longer be used, said Greg Weston, lead category manager, accessories, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (Canada). Therefore, we designed the new line of Wearable Backing Flap Discs with a backing that wears away as the disc is used to allow full access to the cloth. Likewise, we addressed user concerns about the speed of flap discs versus grinding wheels by engineering our new Extended Performance Flap Discs that deliver 40 percent faster removal than conventional flap discs.

the longest lasting and fastest flap disc on the market. DEWALT engineered a stronger cloth with a better grain and resin formula compared to our high performance discs, and then optimized the design of each flap width, length, and number of flaps, giving end users 178 percent more surface area than the High Performance discs. The design achieves a 40 percent advantage in disc life versus the next best jumbo, and more than two times the life of the High Performance and traditional flap discs. In addition, these new discs boast a 40 percent increase in the removal rate over all other flap discs. DEWALTs new Extended Performance Flap Discs are the only flap discs on the market that have the removal rate of conventional grinding wheels.

Wearable Flap Discs

The new Wearable Flap Discs utilize the flap design of the Extended Performance discs plus the new DEWALT-exclusive wearable backing feature. The backing automatically wears away at the same rate as the cloth. This allows full use of the cloth, offering welders and fabricators increased life of the product while helping to generate less waste. The longer life of the product translates into a high return on investment to professionals who use flap

Extended Performance Flap Discs

In creating this new line, DEWALT set out to design

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disc abrasives all day, every day. The new Extended Performance Flap Discs and Wearable Backing Flap Discs will be available at construction and industrial distributors. backing feature. With a backing that wears away at the same rate as the cloth, these new flap discs offer welders and fabricators long life of the product while helping to generate less waste.

Summary Extended Performance Flap Discs

DEWALTs new Extended Performance Flap Discs offer users 178 percent more surface area than the High Performance discs. The design achieves a 40 percent advantage in disc life versus the next best jumbo, and more than two times the life of the High Performance and traditional flap discs. In addition, these new discs boast a 40 percent increase in the removal rate over all other flap discs. DEWALTs new Extended Performance Flap Discs are the only flap discs on the market that have the removal rate of a 1/4-inch grinding wheel.

Summary Wearable Flap Discs

The new Wearable Flap Discs utilize the flap design and all the life and speed benefits of the Extended Performance discs plus the DEWALT-exclusive wearable Lincoln Electric, Bernard and Tweco-style MIG guns by stocking as few as two new Tregaskiss parts. Each TOUGH LOCK Conversion Series consists of the TOUGH LOCK Consumable System, which is composed of TOUGH LOCK Contact Tips and Retaining Heads featuring the Tregaskiss Dual Taper Technology. This consumable system has a locking feature that prevents the contact tip and retaining head from overheating, reduces wear and extends consumable life. Plus, a dual-lead thread design allows tips to be rotated 180 degrees to create a new wear position that extends the tip life. The Dual Taper Technology offers a second rear taper where the retaining head connects to the gooseneck to lock the connections throughout the length of the MIG gun and help the consumables run cooler. Combined, the features in the TOUGH LOCK Conversion Series minimize downtime associated with consumable changeover regardless of the type of MIG gun being used. Each conversion series also includes nozzles and one or more of the following: a new gooseneck insulator and/or an adaptor. Tregaskiss also offers a retainer that allows their innovative QUICK LOAD Liner to be used in most Tweco-style MIG guns.

WINDSOR, Ontario. July 25, 2011 To help companies reduce inventory by standardizing on a single brand of consumables, Tregaskiss offers its TOUGH LOCK Conversion Series. This conversion series allows companies to use the TOUGH LOCK Consumable System on Binzel, The Tregaskiss TOUGH LOCK Conversion Series helps companies standardize on one brand of consumables and streamline their inventory.

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Free Miller Weld Setting Calculator available via the iPhone App Store or at MillerWelds.com/weldsettings
Calculator offers convenience, accessibility to information when welding from home, garage or shop setting
APPLETON, Wis. Sept. 12, 2011 Miller Electric Mfg. Co. has developed a Miller Weld Setting Calculator available via the iPhone App Store or MillerWelds.com/weldsettings. The calculator allows welders to conveniently access Stick, TIG and MIG equipment settings and other helpful tips. Upon entering weld parameters, e.g. the type of material and material thickness being welded, the calculator will provide suggested settings including wire size and wire feed speed, shielding gas, voltage range and amperage range. All suggested settings are approximate and any welding should be in accordance with user or approved specifications. Miller prides itself in creating high-quality, easy-to-use products that save time and simplify the welding and cutting process, said Sue Feldkamp, interactive marketing manager, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. This welding calculator application is a natural extension of that philosophy and allows our customers to quickly access the information needed to complete the weld all without having to leave the shop or garage.

Miller iPhone Application :

Upon entering weld parameters, e.g. the type of material and material thickness being welded, the calculator will provide suggested settings including wire size and wire feed speed, shielding gas, voltage range and amperage range.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Direct Energy Centre - October 17 - 20, 2011 Canadas Ultimate Manufacturing Event.

CMTS - Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show

Cutting-edge technology at its finest. Live demonstrations on the latest machine tools, automation technology and production methods. More than 600 manufacturers and distributors. To learn more visit: www.cmtsevent.com

Direct Energy Centre October 17-20, 2011

Kevin OLeary, John McElroy to deliver Keynote Addresses

Gloria Hotels & Resorts / Antalya, Turkey - October 24-25, 2011

AWST 2011 - Advances in Welding Science and Technology

Scheduled to attend are:

3M Canada Inc. Barrie Welding & Machine Canadian Welding Association ESAB Group Canada Inc. Kubes Steel Inc. Nederman Canada Ltd. Walter Surface Technologies

Advances in Welding Science and Technology for Construction, Energy and Transportation Systems. Learn about Advanced Steel and Al-Alloys and their Weldability, Development of Welding Consumables, Welding Processes, FSW, Laser Beam and Hybrid Welding and more. To learn more about AWST 2011 visit: www.awst2011.com

McCormick Place, Chicago, IL - November 14 - 17, 2011 North Americas largest metal forming fabricating, finishing and welding event. 30,000 visitors and over 1,200 exhibitors. FABTECH gives you all the tools you need to improve productivity, increase profits and find new ways to survive in todays competitive business environment, making it the ONE trade show to meet all your needs.

Fabtech 2011

To learn more about these upcoming sessions visit: www.cwa-acs.org/techtalk.html

CWA Technology & Education Roadshow

Product exposure at the regional grass roots level. A series of regional events that offers exposure to the latest technology, education and employment opportunities within your region. Look out for more information on the show nearest to you.

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As individual morning half-day sessions at our Milton Training Facility/Advanced Welding Technology Centre (AWTC), the TechTalk sessions cover a range of core technology topics tied to a 3-month rotating presentation schedule.

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TechTalk 2011 - Powered by the AWTC

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To learn more visit: www.fabtechexpo.com

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IIW INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS AWST 2011 WILL BE HELD IN ANTALYA TURKEY ON OCTOBER 24-25, 2011
After the successful completion of the 63rd Annual Assembly of the International Institute of Welding (IIW) in Istanbul in July 2010, the Gedik Education Foundation (GEV) and the Turkish Welding Technology Academy (TKTA) now invite welding scientists and engineers from industry and academia to take part in the AWST 2011 in Antalya at the Gloria Golf Resort Hotel on 24-25 October. AWST 2011 aims to bring leading scientists and engineers to share their recent advances in welding & joining sciences and technologies to achieve cost-effective, environmental friendly, safe and long-lasting welded systems in Construction, Energy and Transportation. The Congress will be chaired by TKTA President Dr. Mustafa Koak and will take place at one of the most beautiful locations of Turkey, Antalya. Antalya is the tourism hub of Turkey and attracts millions of visitors from all around the world thanks to its rich archeological sites, endless beaches and golf facilities. Papers are invited to cover the following topics: Recent developments in: Advanced Steel and Al-Alloys and their Weldability Development of Welding Consumables, Welding Processes, FSW, Laser Beam and Hybrid Welding Automation and Robotic Applications in Welded Fabrication Design and Numerical Simulation approaches and their Industrial Applications Testing and Characterization of Welds Welding of Shipbuilding and Pipelines Welding of High Temperature Service Applications, Pressure Vessels Analysis of Fatigue-Fracture-Corrosion-Creep mechanisms of Welds Fitness-for-Service (FFS) procedures, Applications & Standardizations Welding Education and Training For further information please visit www.awst2011.com

Fabtech 2011 ?
McCormick Place, Chicago, IL - November 14 - 17, 2011

Canadian Companies you might know scheduled to attend:

Bernard
There they will display its MIG guns and consumables

Hobart Brothers
To showcase its filler metals

Smith Equipment Tregaskiss Weldcraft

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To showcase TIG Torches and accessories designed especially to improve quality and performance on fabricating and manufacturing applications.

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To showcase new semi-automatic and robotic MIG guns, along with its consumables

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To showcase Cutting, Heating and Welding Products along with various alternate fuel outfits and gas regulators

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This feature can also prevent some welding electrodes from sticking. The 161S is available in two standard packages: a Stick welding package, and a combination Stick/TIG welding package. The Thermal Arc 161STL Portable DC Welder is designed to provide increased control and superior arc performance for tackling more demanding DC Stick and Lift TIG welding jobs. Its capable of delivering 100 Amps on standard 115-Volt circuits for stick welding, and 160 Amps for TIG. When used on 230-Volt circuits maximum output is 160 Amps for either welding process. The 161STL includes optimized hot start and user adjustable arc-force circuits, which deliver premium arc starting and arc control during Stick welding, and can also prevent some welding electrodes from sticking. For improved control when DC Lift TIG welding, the 161STL includes a trigger hold function (2T / 4T), down slope timers, a gas solenoid for flow through gas, and the ability to use torch switches or a foot control. The included TIG torch has an integrated Amperage control dial and on/off switch, which allows for the ultimate in welding control and simplicity. The Thermal Arc 201TS Portable DC Welder packs a serious punch and is ideal for tradesmen or welders with more experience. This heavy-duty unit is designed to provide increased control with superior arc performance for highly demanding DC Stick and TIG welding jobs. The power source has High Frequency or Lift TIG circuitry for TIG welding and includes a trigger hold function (2T/4T), down slope timer, gas solenoid for flow through gas and the ability to use torch switch or foot control accessories. Powerful yet compact, the 201TS can provide a maximum output of 200 Amps for either welding process when used on 230-Volt circuits.

Thermal Arc Rolls Out New Series of Portable DC Welders

Lineup Provides Capabilities to Tackle Complete Range of Stick & TIG jobs St. Louis, Mo. (Oct. 3, 2011) Thermal Arc, a world leader in arc welding technology, has introduced the most versatile line of equipment to date: The Thermal Arc Portable DC Welder Series. The new series, which includes the, 161S, 161STL, and 201TS, offers from 100 Amps to 200 Amps of welding power, and is suitable for several industries and applications, including: Home hobbyists Farm and ranch Educational institutions Maintenance and repair Light industrial Stainless steel & sanitary pipe fabrication Petro / chemical fabrication Shipboard installation and repair On-Site & portable welding application

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The Thermal Arc 161S Portable DC Welder is designed for basic DC Stick and Lift TIG welding operations, and provides a greater range of output for the advanced hobbyist or for light industrial projects. It is capable of delivering 100 Amps on standard 115-Volt circuits for Stick and 110 Amps for TIG welding. When used on 230-Volt circuits, maximum output is 160 Amps for either welding process. This welder features optimized hot start and arc-force circuits built into the power supply, delivering premium arc starting and arc control while Stick welding.

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Building upon the popularity of the 95S, which was introduced in 2010, Thermal Arc is offering units with advanced operating features, more welding output power, and multi-voltage input power with the capability of hooking up to either 115 or 230-Volt single phase power outlets.

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Sparking the Minds of Future Welders
ow many of you see kids glued to handheld games playing everything from car racing to sporting events to warfare games? Sometimes you wonder if they ever put the game down to experience real life and ride a bike, throw a ball or play cops and robbers. The landscape has changed on how we engage and interest the youth of today to get excited about learning and future careers. When you compete with television, video games, computers and cell phones it is almost a losing battle. Like it or not, we need to change the mechanisms to draw a students attention and focus to learning. Nothing will replace real life experience and hands on knowledge, but the introduction and initial steps of learning are changing in every educational institution from elementary to advanced university programs.

Deanna Postlethwaite

Marketing Manager, Lincoln Electric

Everyone who interfaces with the manufacturing sector knows we need more people, we need more investment in training and that we need it now. So how do we get the people interested? Instead of telling them, we need to show them. We need to get them interested and excited about learning. How do you spark the mind of someone oversaturated by the multi-media explosion going on around us today? Bring learning into something they know and love make it a digital, interactive learning environment. The new technologies and advancements of today are leading to exciting changes in training. One specific area is welding training. Why not interest people in welding training with a virtual system that acts like digital entertainment, but teaches the student proper techniques to create a good weld?

In a virtual environment, you can put on a real welding helmet and pick up a real MIG gun and lay down a weld in a virtual world.
The instructor can in real time tell the student modifications and adjustments to make as they are welding. Students can compare their scores and try to achieve a better weld every time. The technology built into a virtual welder is what it takes to make a real spark come to life virtually. The virtual reality system needs to create a 3D environment. Most virtual reality welding systems have a welding helmet, equipped with a display in front of each eye which creates the world you weld in. Through hi-resolution images and software, the welder is immersed in a realistic visual environment which can be enhanced by sounds and feedback to supplement the learning experience. Most systems also provide the students with the tools they will use in their virtual environment. In some cases a MIG welding torch or stick device will be connected electrically to the system to provide the user feedback on placement and motion as they produce a weld.

In a world where skilled labor shortages are rising, the investment and need to train new metal fabricators is at an all time high.
In addition, the lack of adequate welding instructors has compounded this challenge for manufacturing. The skilled trades of today require sophisticated training and create what most people are considering recession proof jobs. And as your knowledge increases, so does competitive edge in the market place and your earning potential.

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The virtual environment can be further supplemented by incorporating welding process and equipment instruction. By incorporating welding machine set-up, joint configurations and welding processes into the training experience, the welding instructor and student can cover how and when to use certain welding processes, the proper process variables and set-up a welding procedure specification to reinforce and build real world welding knowledge.

STAINLESS STEEL WELDING METALLURGY ?

November 3rd - CWB Group Office- 4321 Autoroute des Laurentides, Laval, QC H7L 5W5 As the first of our 2011 CWA Insight Speaker Series, we are pleased to present a Canada-wide seminar featuring Dr. Damian Kotecki, a leader in the art and science of stainless steel welding. He is a 45 year welding industry expert and since 1974 he has been active in the development of welding filler metals, particularly for stainless steels and hardfacing. The highlighted topics include: Introduction to stainless steels Welding of martensitic stainless steels Welding of ferritic stainless steels Welding of austenitic stainless steels Welding of duplex stainless steels Filler metal classifications

The benefits of incorporating a virtual welder into your welding program are numerous.
By teaching in part in a virtual world, the scrap associated with welding training is reduced. No scrap base plate or consumables are needed, thus there is no disposal of the scrap created in training. The energy usage is reduced from a welding machine and weld fume control systems. Safety training can be reinforced before a student ever picks up a welding torch. In the virtual world, you can reinforce proper set-up and techniques. Like anything new and exciting, a virtual reality welding system will attract people. It can be used at open houses and recruiting events to attract people and engage them before they ever set foot in the school. The market for such a product is broader than you might think. The most obvious channel is the schools and educational institutions that teach welding. Unions and trades are also looking for opportunities to train more welders quickly and effectively. But the market may be larger than it might look at first glance. Global companies looking for common welding training programs and curriculum are an ideal target. Correctional institutions where training welding can lead to future jobs for the inmates. Non-welding educational programs looking to enhance science and math programs can use virtual reality to discuss metallurgy, electricity, heat flow, physics, angles, measurement and much more.

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When you guide the marketplace and become a source for identifying new technology to the marketplace, you become a trusted source to customers in all arenas. In an area of welding where so much investment is needed, virtual reality welding is an exciting new spark.

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We are sure our customers will enjoy the many new benefits of this CNC for new cutting machines or field upgrades, said Peter Brahan, leader of Hypertherms Automation team. The MicroEDGE Pro builds on the reliability gained from process and production improvements and incorporates the advanced features built into Phoenix software to deliver improved ease of use and versatility. Hypertherm designs and manufactures advanced metal cutting systems for use in a variety of industries such as shipbuilding, manufacturing, and automotive repair. Its product line includes handheld and mechanized plasma and laser systems, consumables, as well as CNC motion and height controls and cutting software. Hypertherm systems are trusted for performance and reliability that results in increased productivity and profitability for tens of thousands of businesses. The New Hampshire based companys reputation for metal cutting innovation dates back more than 40 years, to 1968, with Hypertherms invention of water injection plasma cutting. The company, consistently named one of the best places to work in America, has more than 1,000 associates along with operations and partner representation worldwide.

Hypertherm adds the latest advancements for Metal Cutting to the MicroEDGE Pro CNC
HANOVER, N.H.Summer 2011The introduction of advanced application technology advancements to the number one selling metal cutting CNC in the world is on the way. Hypertherm plans to makes the new MicroEDGE Pro CNC with the latest Phoenix Version 9 Software available to customers this summer. Like all Hypertherm controllers, the MicroEDGE Pro is designed for reliability and ease of use. Building on the combined strengths and successful history of the MicroEDGE CNC and EDGE Pro CNC, the model delivers customizable performance for a broad range of cutting applications to maximize productivity and profitability. In addition to Hypertherms expertise in plasma cutting including True Hole Technology, recent advances in Phoenix Software further expand the functionality of Hypertherm CNCs for multiple plasma bevel designs, waterjet, and rectangular tube/round pipe cutting. Also new for MicroEDGE Pro is Hypertherms proprietary Hypernet communication which quickly allows connectivity between the CNC, ArcGlide torch height control, and HyPerformace plasma or HyIntensity FiberLaser through use of an Ethernet cable improving cut process setup. All necessary cut process parameters can be embedded in the customer part program in the CAM Software to reduce setup time while eliminating common process errors and improving productivity.

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Shipbuilding Anybody?
s the famous 1980s hit song says, We should be Shipbuilding and this is about to happen in a big way at some of Canadas larger shipyards.

Mick J Pates

Technical Education Developer, CWB

The Federal Government is reviewing submitted bids from three shipyards for a $35 billion, 30 year build program. The bidding shipyards are Irving Shipbuilding-Halifax, Seaspan Marine Corp-Vancouver and Upper Lakes/SNCLavalin/Daewoo who would build at the Davie yard in Levis, PQ. The eventual order will be split between two of the bidding shipyards where the work will comprise the fabrication of 28 major warships and ice breakers for the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) and the Coast Guard (CG). In addition, there will be about 100 smaller craft for both services. Shipbuilding is fabrication intensive and ships are all welded structures, generally with steel hulls and superstructures and various other materials for the onboard piping and steam raising equipment. The welding processes used in production run the full gambit, from SAW through semi-automatic wire processes, to shielded metal arc welding and with GTAW being used extensively for large and small bore piping systems. The orders are expected to be placed in the very near future and once the building begins there will be a very large demand for fabrication experts of all stripes from qualified welders to welding technologists, welding inspectors and welding engineers. In short this will be a mammoth program whereby a qualified welder could begin a career at a particular yard and still be there building ships on his/her retirement day, if so wished. Accompanying the build will be a big need for long term maintenance; in fact as new ships come on line, the maintenance needs of the current RCN and CG will be increasing in view of the age of the vessels in the current fleets.

There are several such mega projects in the offing which bode well for continued and expanded employment in the welding/joining profession in Canada. The Quebec Project Nord ($80 billion) and the Gateway Pipeline from Northern Alberta to the Pacific coast are just two that are in planning stages. Watch this space for further news.

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Lincoln Electric Acquires Torchmate

New acquisition provides a strong base of plasma cutting systems and products. Torchmate offers a wide selection of CNC plasma and oxyfuel cutting tables and systems to small and medium-sized fabricators. For more information visit www.lincolnelectric.ca

Joining Technologies Announces Promotion of Salay Stannard to Materials Engineering Manager

To focus on strategic goals for technical sales and marketing Joining Technologies Inc., is an innovator in industrial laser applications. Salay Stannards position was established specifically to extend Joining Technologies leadership role in the industry. For more information visit www.joiningtech.com

Praxair Acquires Cincinnati-Based Gas Distributor

The addition of Weldco further strengthens their ability to serve customers and build a stronger business in Southwestern Ohio and Northwestern Kentucky. For more information visit www.praxair.com

ESAB Announces New Marketing Relationship

Mary R. Dittman, M.B.A. is replacing Windhaven Communications She will be representing ESAB in the areas of public relations and publicity. For more information visit www.esab.ca

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Plasma systems save time and money in pipeline construction
Paula Flanders
Marketing Specialist/Technical Writing Team Leader, Hypertherm, Inc.

t is early November and 6,000 feet up in the Wasatch Mountains near Ogden Utah, wet snow has turned the already rough dirt road to halffrozen mud. Although gray skies are promising more snow, Kenny Glaze, member of Pipeliners Union Local 798, is on his way to repair a porous weld bead on Associated Pipe Line Spread 1B, part of the Ruby Pipeline project. Construction on the Ruby began on July 31, 2010. The approximately $3 billion project includes laying roughly 680 miles of 42-inch natural gas transmission pipeline on a right-of-way through parts of four states: Wyoming, Utah, Nevada, and Oregon. By the time the pipeline is fully operational, it will carry 1.5 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day and any delays beyond the target June 30, 2011 completion date will cost considerable time and money. A 20-year pipeline veteran, Glaze has worked on numerous projects throughout the United States. This is the first one where he has used plasma to repair welds though. Before plasma, I had to use a grinder to access the repair area. That generally took 45 minutes or more of hand grinding. But now that Im using a Powermax45 plasma system, I can gouge down to the repair area in a third of the time.

than the plasma torch and grinding presents safety hazards, such as eye injuries, from flying debris. There are other options, but unfortunately, they arent much better. For instance, carbon arc gouging presents a problem because the carbon winds up puddling on the pipe and must then be ground off. On the other hand, the plasma system Glaze is using is highly portable, light weight and can cut mild steel with ease. Once the path for the pipeline has been cleared and prepared, sections of pipe ranging from 40 to 80 feet long and varying in diameter and coating thickness based on their specific location, are laid out along the path in a process called stringing the pipe. The pipes are welded together, contoured, coated, inspected, and tested.The inspection and testing phases may turn up defects in pipe welds that have to be repaired. For example, misalignment of the pipes can lead to inadequate weld penetration in a section of the weld seam. Another common problem is porosity in the weld. Porosity can be scattered, cluster, or hollow-bead, but all types are defects and must be repaired. There are a lot of causes for porosity, which occurs when gas bubbles get trapped in the weld bead as it solidifies. During outdoor projects such as pipelines, windy conditions can cause the shield gas to be blown away while the welding is taking place, resulting in high porosity. While repairing weld defects adds time and cost to a project, the consequences of not repairing them would be far more severe. In fact, inadequate penetration and high porosity in welds, along with other issues, are actually the suspected cause of a September 2010 pipeline explosion in San Bruno, California. Federal investigators say they found dozens of substandard welds on the pipe; welds that could have been easily repaired with plasma.

Hypertherm plasma systems, like the Powermax unit Glaze used, can remove 6.2 pounds of metal per hour.
Another time saving benefit is that the plasma leaves behind a weldable edge, and for Associated Pipe Line Contractors, hired to build sections of the line, every minute saved helps keep the project on its tight schedule and under budget. For the welders though, time saved is just the beginning. Fatigue and safety come into play as well. The grinder is heavier and harder to hold

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Another advantage of using plasma is the increased visibility of the repair area. When making a repair, the goal is to remove the weld bead without touching the pipe section.

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Judi Smith, B.A.,
CRM, HUB International Ontario Ltd.

This is where plasma really pays off for the welder doing the job, says Glaze.
The welder can see very precisely what he is doing. A wrong move while gouging or grinding can require the removal of a complete section of pipe at a cost of $60,000 or more. Were here to fix things, not to create more problems, states Glaze. Pipeline construction is a highly technical and regulated industry. Companies like Associated, which has been building pipelines for more than 50 years, have to meet stringent quality demands. In addition, Associated specializes in working in difficult terrain. The company prides itself on its innovative approach and willingness to use new technology to meet these challenges. New technology makes the industry much more efficient and works to eliminate hazards, such as those associated with the use of old hand grinders, states Sonny Weems, Superintendent of Associated Pipe Line Contractors. Although gouging was the first application Associated found for plasma, they are finding other uses for the cutting method. One such use is for the actual cutting of pipe. The crew has discovered that using another Hypertherm product, the slightly larger Powermax65, with a mechanized torch and a pipe beveller, speeds up the process of cutting pipe for bends and preparing ends of pipe sections for fitting. With a recommended cutting capacity, the system can run at full capacity off of a 15 kW engine-drive generator or at lower amperage off of a 12 kW engine drive. These cuts were traditionally done with oxyfuel, but the faster cut speeds of plasma reduce the amount of time the tie-in crews spend standing around waiting for the pipe to be prepped. Kevin Berryman, the tie-in foreman for Associated, has also found that the cut quality of plasma has reduced or eliminated the need for grinding the weld area after the cutanother time savings. Better cut quality and smoother cuts results in easier fit ups of the pipe, which in turn results in better welds and fewer field repairs needed. Plasma is all about time and efficiency in our line of work, says Berryman.

During these unusual economic times everyone is trying to cut back and reduce costs in every possible way. One potential way of doing this is to streamline and customize your insurance coverage, but if you do it randomly without working with a professional insurance broker, you may find that in the event of a claim, you are vulnerable to a penalty and reduced claim payout.

The worst time to find out you are under insured is when you have a claim.
A common issue facing the insurance industry today is that many companies are not insuring to value. Insurance rates are calculated based on the assumption that insureds are insuring to the full value of their property. A co-insurance clause (commonly 90 percent) is contained in many property insurance policies and it requires the insured to insure to a stipulated percentage of value (replacement cost or actual cash value as applicable). A co-insurance clause works like this: What did you insure for? X The Loss What should you have insured for? (actual value X 90 percent) If your property is worth $1,000,000 and you only insure it for $500,000 and there is a $100,000 loss, you would only recover $50,000 (less the deductible). In the event of a total loss, your claim payout would only be $500,000 less the deductible. This means you dont recover full value for any loss, total or partial. You would be stuck paying for part of the claim out of your own pocket.
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HAS ARRIVED

WEARABLE BACKING FLAP DISCS ARE NOW AVAILABLE

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Copyright 2011 DEWALT. The following are examples of trademarks for one or more DEWALT power tools and accessories: The yellow and black color scheme; the D-shaped air intake grill; the array of pyramids on the handgrip; the kit box configuration; and the array of lozenge-shaped humps on the surface of the tool.

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3 Ways the evolution of CNC technology will change our world
ou may have heard of Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) technology before. If you havent, youll likely be hearing a lot about it from now on considering its new found acceptance among tech savvy small shop owners and its ability to be run on personal computers. CNC is the concept of computer-automated machines controlled by an easy to use application with the controls seamlessly integrated in a personal computer. A typical CNC machine is generally used for cutting, milling, drilling and routing pretty much any material, for any reason, and can ultimately be used for any project that requires accurate, repeatable, and efficient mechanical movements for extended periods of time. Its really up to the users imagination and programming ability. So, as this technology becomes adopted by more home users, it becomes increasingly able to be used by even the most inexperienced of CNC users, who ultimately drive its evolution. But how will this evolution of CNC impact the way we live and work in the future? Well, anytime industrial equipment or technology initially used by industry giants seeps into the private sector, it evolves in unusual ways. Ten years ago, you could only find the regular use of CNC machines and other types of robotics in the governmental or high-end fabrication shops and factories around the world. We saw this with the initial use of the Internet by the military. Yet, once the technology hit personal computers, it exploded into a medium of seemingly unlimited uses and capabilities. When the people of the world get a hold of new technology, they often squeeze out every last unimaginable use possible and end up changing the world as we know it. Soon we will see CNC technology evolve in the same way as the internet did.

Jack Douglass

R&D Engineer, Torchmate.

As the cost of CNC technology drops, we are starting to see a variety of uses that the original designers of the technology could never have envisioned. Small companies are now able to tinker with technology that would have been too cost prohibitive to even consider five years ago. Now that people play with this technology, it will most likely result in an evolved form of CNC that will not only increase the speed at which people personally manufacture objects in their homes, but will also give new rise to a world of convenience, efficiency, and precision with automated processes that were previously done by hand. The Following here is my list of predictions for the future uses of CNC in the next ten years. These predictions are not guaranteed to come true but will ultimately help you better understand the potential of this technology and the significance of its impact on our future.

3D Printing will allow the instant creation of practically anything:

Three dimension printing using resins, plastics and even metal alloys are being born out of small shops around the world, and while still in its infancy, these technologies are paving the way to new businesses, and changing industries. Today we are only seeing the early stages of this and with on-demand 3D printing, ordinary people can have objects created for them simply be sending a company a computer file. And this is just the tip of the iceberg. Nylon printing has recently been shown by a few companies to be able to create articles of clothing, ten years from now we may simply be printing the clothes we wear.

It has expanded into the hands of millions of people and given them the ability to actually do things that we might have only seen in science fiction movies.

CNC applications will not necessarily create new objects but rather automate processes that were once done by hand. CNC paint sprayers, or etching devices that can be moved with more precision that any human is able to muster and industries have sprung up around these applications. It is now possible to draw a design with a pen and paper and

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have it etched or painted on a laptop, or cut out of vinyl to stick on the window of your car. These technologies are coming to the home too. While seemingly silly, the last few years have seen CNC cake decorators that squirt icing on a cake, or egg printers that use food safe inks that can create works of art on egg shells with a cost that allows the process to be done every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The fact is that this technology will lead us to having the ability to automate, and mechanically control even the most basic of tasks including, but not limited to, making food, cleaning the house, and doing your hair. All with the simple push of a button.

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Fortunately, many insureds, never have a loss of significance, but they purchase insurance for protection in case they do. Dont make the mistake of finding out after a loss that your insurance coverage is not what you thought it was. Talk to your broker and be sure you insure to value. It may be possible to add a stated amount clause, that would eliminate the possibility of a co-insurance penalty. There are industry accepted valuation formats to estimate the replacement cost or actual cash value of buildings. Replacement cost is the cost to rebuild the structure without deduction for depreciation. Actual cash value factors in depreciation. Both differ from the real estate market value. Machinery, equipment and stock values must be provided by you. How unique is your equipment? How long would it take to replace (a long delay in replacing equipment could affect the business interruption coverage you need? Do you have duplicate or redundant equipment?) Consider higher deductibles as a means of reducing costs while maintaining proper coverage for a catastrophic loss. Understanding your insurance policy and what your needs and tolerances are will put you in control of your insurance program and allow you to negotiate to suit your comfort level and the requirements of your insurer.

Fully mobile CNC machines will be used by the general public:

Like the internet, CNC technology will continue to evolve to the point at which it will be fully mobile. There are already affordable home CNC machines that can cut metal, wood, and plastics that can fit on a coffee table and moved around by a single person.

Soon you will be able to carry around a CNC machine in your pocket for writing or drawing as well as tackling massive projects with thousands of them working in concert, like ants.
We are already seeing this concept in fully automated factories, and like basic CNC, it wont be long before this technology makes it to the everyday user. Creating or doing anything mechanical on the go will become easier and more efficient. In fact, it is probably safe to say that mobile CNC machines will even be able to make other CNC machines that can perform completely different tasks. Considering these predictions will ultimately help anybody understand the possibilities of this amazing technology. The evolution of CNC capabilities will eventually bring us into a world of instantaneous object creation and service robotics that will forever change how we think and feel about mechanical labor in our everyday lives. As these machines develop, being on the cutting edge will be more important than ever and will determine the leaders of the industries of the future.

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Social Media
Matt Aiton
Its time to get connected
Marketing, CWB Group

o, have you liked anyone on Facebook lately? Are you linked into Linkedin? Are you tweeting more than the birds outside? If you answered yes to any of the above then you are in good company as more and more people look for opportunities to connect, and stay connected, through social media. Its not just people getting social, Companies around the world are also looking to build new connections by turning to services such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube as a way to provide you with information without filling up your email inbox in the process. The simple truth is that social media is no longer a trend; it has become an essential tool for people, associations and businesses to share information. Over the past couple of months the CWA has been building our own social media channels. We feel that this is an important step in providing you with the information you want, when you want it. For example, the CWA Facebook page is an ideal way to get a quick overview of whats going on in your local chapter, as well as other chapters across Canada. If you follow us on Twitter we will be able to let you know about last minute changes to national and local events, special limited time offers from our sponsors as well as live updates during shows, conferences and events. Are you looking for someone to talk shop with? Look up your fellow members on Linkedin, its one big connected world, one thats yours to explore. Our new social media channels open up a lot of great opportunities, but they need your help to succeed. We encourage all CWA members to visit our social media sites, and to join in the conversation. Click any of the links below to get started.

Social Media is about the people! Not about your business. Provide for the people and the people will provide for you. Matt Goulart

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Expand your horizons
- a career in inspection

Doug Taylor

Training Manager, INTEG

eople who have prided themselves with having the ability to join metals in the right way, have always been interested in what the guy with the funny shaped magnetic testing tool, the Mag Particle Guy, has to say about their weld quality. In todays competitive business world product quality is a key concern, and weld quality can make or break the success of a product, so this guys opinions count.

No welder has a magic welding wand that will guarantee perfect welds. We all have bad days and even the best welder using the best equipment can still produce a welding fault. This makes inspection a key part of the companys quality control system. For the average welding shop that needs a way to make quick quality control checks in welds in the magnetic materials the Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) method is a good place to start. MPI is one of the most portable and practical tests available. It is nondestructive, nontoxic, can be used on a variety of shapes and sizes of welds and delivers a good assessment of the weld quality of metal structures and components. For welders looking at a new career option that does not leave the shop floor behind, learning the basics of MPI can be a good starting point. When you become certified as a NDT Technician (Magnetic Particle Test Method) to the ISO 9712 Standard a career in Nondestructive Testing can lead to very rewarding work both Nationally and Internationally. In Canadas current economic prosperity, job prospects are growing and there is a real need for capable certified NDT personnel. If your 18 years of age and have successfully graduated at the grade 12 level you can register for the Magnetic Particle Inspectors Level 2 course through INTEG,which is now part of the CWB Group. If you are a CWA premium or corporate member you qualify for a 10% discount on the cost of the course. Classes are 40 hours in length and are run across Canada, please visit the INTEG site (URL) for more details.

Click here to watch the video http://www.integndt.org/video.html

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Welding Symbols
Welding symbols are intended to facilitate communication between the designer, fabrication and inspection/ examination personnel and provide the means for the graphical representation of welds, brazes and nondestructive examinations methods on drawings. The elements of a typical welding symbol, and their standard location, are shown below. Only the reference line and the arrow are required elements. Additional elements may be included to convey specific welding information.

STANDARD LOCATION OF THE ELEMENTS OF THE WELDING SYMBOL

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MODULE 1 | Welding Health and Safety Guide for shade numbers for welding (CAN/CSA W117.2) Table 2.4: Guide for shade numbers for welding (CAN/CSA W117.2). Welding and Gouging Operation Electrode Size mm SMAW < 2.5 2.5 4 4.0 6.4 > 6.4 ----in (3/32) (3 5/32) (5/32-1/4) >(1/4) Arc Current A < 60 60 160 160 250 250 550 < 60 60 160 160 250 250 500 < 50 50-150 150-500 < 500 500 1000 approx. 20 20 100 100 400 400 800 Minimum Protective Shade 7 8 10 11 7 10 10 10 8 8 10 10 11 5 8 9 10 Minimum Protective Shade -10 12 14 -11 12 14 10 12 14 12 14 5 9 12 14

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1. Acetylene welding, engine repair park, Atlantic Ave., Toronto, ON 1918 - Canada Dept. of National Defence/Library & Archives Canada - a022830 2. Official ceremony at the border of Canada & United States of the joining of the pipeline from an oil tanker terminal, Portland Maine with refineries in Montreal - National Film Board of Canada - e000760624 3. Ethel Mitchell doing light welding on a Bren gun magazine. Like other welders she took a 2 week high school course in welding torch technique before coming to work 9 months ago. - National Film Board of Canada - C-075211 4. Workmen weld
the plates of the tunnel liner at tunnel F during the Shipshaw power development project. - Runny Jaques / National Film Board of Canada - e000761006.