11 Ancillary Equipment

Section Eleven

Ancillary equipment Pipe purges

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Purge Monitor

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Tungsten Electrode Grinder

270

Trailing Shield

270

Purge Dam Film

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Weld Backing Tape

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Nylon Pipe Plugs

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Purge Plug Case

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Aluminium Pipe Plugs

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Pipe Stands

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Portable Wire Feeders

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Robovent

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Ceramic Electrode Ovens

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Welding and Cutting Carriages 280

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ARGWELD® INFLATABLE PIPE PURGING SYSTEMS High quality circumferential butt welding of pipe to pipe and pipe to fitting requires inert gas to be used inside the bore to prevent oxidation and notching of the root penetration weld bead. The best system devised for this is the Argweld® inflatable pipe purging system. It is quick, reliable and easy to use. The volume to purge is kept small, resulting in significant savings in time and inert gas. The Argweld® Inflatable Pipe Purging System is based on a simple idea. It comprises two protected inflatable dams connected by a spinal tube. The tube carries the gas to inflate the dams and the release valve to purge the space between them. The system is inserted into the bore of the pipe to be welded with one dam either side of the weld joint. The dams are inflated to form a seal, after which the pressure in the system opens the purge valve, the inert gas is then fed into the space between the dams expelling the air. Welding can then be carried out, the inert gas ensuring a clean even penetration bead. Afterwards, the dams are deflated and the device easily removed.

PN:

This uniquely designed system means that only one inlet is required for both dam inflation and introduction of the purge gas. The relief valve can be set to work at any desired flow up to 20 litres/min. The relief valve can be set to inflate the dams and purge the interspace simultaneously every time. Compared to other methods of gas

DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATIONS

Multi-exhaust systems HF/APBM0002 HF/APBM0003 HF/APBM0004 HF/APBM0005 HF/APBM0006 HF/APBM0007

Pipe Purge System 2" / 50mm, hose 225mm (for pipe range 44 – 57mm) Pipe Purge System 3" / 75mm, hose 225mm (for pipe range 58 – 84mm) Pipe Purge System 4" / 100mm, hose 225mm (for pipe range 80 – 110mm) Pipe Purge System 5" / 125mm, hose 225mm (for pipe range 103 – 135mm) Pipe Purge System 6" / 150mm, hose 225mm (for pipe range 124 – 162mm) Pipe Purge System 7” / 175mm, hose 225mm (for pipe range 124 – 162mm)

Quick-purging systems

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HF/APSQ008 HF/APSQ010 HF/APSQ012 HF/APSQ014 HF/APSQ015 HF/APSQ016 HF/APSQ017 HF/APSQ018 HF/APSQ019 HF/APSQ020 HF/APSQ022 HF/APSQ024 HF/APSQ026 HF/APSQ028 HF/APSQ030 HF/APSQ032 HF/APSQ036 HF/APSQ040 HF/APSQ044 HF/APSQ048 HF/APBS401 HF/PBEH004 HF/PBEH008 HF/PBEH0012 HF/PBEH0018 HF/PBEH0024

Pipe Purge System 8" / 200mm, hose 200mm (for pipe range 175 – 213mm) Pipe Purge System 10" / 250mm, hose 200mm (for pipe range 216 – 266mm) Pipe Purge System 12" / 300mm, hose 200mm (for pipe range 258 – 315mm) Pipe Purge System 14" / 350mm, hose 300mm (for pipe range 285 – 342mm) Pipe Purge System 15” / 375mm, hose 300mm (for pipe range 285 – 342mm) Pipe Purge System 16" / 400mm, hose 300mm (for pipe range 326 – 393mm) Pipe Purge System 17” / 425mm, hose 300mm (for pipe range 326 – 393mm) Pipe Purge System 18" / 450mm, hose 375mm (for pipe range 367 – 444mm) Pipe Purge System 19” / 475mm, hose 375mm (for pipe range 367 – 444mm) Pipe Purge System 20" / 510mm, hose 375mm (for pipe range 408 – 495mm) Pipe Purge System 22" / 560mm, hose 450mm (for pipe range 480 – 576mm) Pipe Purge System 24" / 610mm, hose 450mm (for pipe range 490 – 596mm) Pipe Purge System 26” / 650mm, hose 450mm (for pipe range 490 – 596mm) Pipe Purge System 28” / 700mm, hose 450mm (for pipe range 490 – 596mm) Pipe Purge System 30" / 750mm, hose 450mm (for pipe range 725 – 734mm) Pipe Purge System 32” / 800mm, hose 450mm (for pipe range 725 – 734mm) Pipe Purge System 36" / 915mm, hose 525mm (for pipe range 889 – 998mm) Pipe Purge System 40" / 1015mm, hose 525mm (for pipe range 950 – 1100mm) Pipe Purge System 44” / 1115mm, hose 525mm (for pipe range 950 – 1100mm) Pipe Purge System 48" / 1220mm, hose 525mm (for pipe range 1190 – 1400mm) 30 metre argon feed hose assembly for connecting purge system to gas supply 4" Spinal hose extension (dam to dam joining hose) 8" Spinal hose extension (dam to dam joining hose) 12" Spinal hose extension (dam to dam joining hose) 18" Spinal hose extension (dam to dam joining hose) 24" Spinal hose extension (dam to dam joining hose)

purging for pipe welding, the Argweld® Inflatable Pipe Purging System has a number of distinct advantages leading to big cost savings. Uses less inert gas The volume to be purged is localized. For a typical pipe run, the volume of gas used is less than 2% of that required for a conventional purge.

ARGWELD® HEAT RESISTANT PURGING SYSTEMS FOR PRE-HEATED PIPE WELDS

When pre-heated ferric steel alloy pipe joints typically (5% CrMo) and some other types of steel and alloys are welded, particularly for high pressure pipework or for low hydrogen requirements, argon purging at the back of the weld is required. This is to eliminate the risk of coking and oxidation leading to notching and eventual stress cracking under pressure. After many years of trials and development, Huntingdon Fusion Techniques Limited has launched a range of variable diameter pipe purging systems.

PN: HF/APSH004 HF/APSH005 HF/APSH006 HF/APSH008 HF/APSH009 HF/APSH010 HF/APSH011 HF/APSH012 HF/APSH013 HF/APSH014 HF/APSH015 HF/APSH016 HF/APSH017 HF/APSH018 HF/APSH019 HF/APSH020 HF/APSH022 HF/APSH024 HF/APSH026 HF/APSH028 HF/APSH030 HF/APSH036

Description One model is available for each internal diameter. Each one is variable by approximately ±12mm. Using the well tried and proven Argweld® Pipe Purging System the heat resistant version is totally covered in a special heat resistant material which will withstand temperatures of up to 300ºC (572ºF) for 24 hours. Operation The system is connected to an argon hose and inserted into the pipe to be welded. The spinal connection hose is long enough for the dams to sit at the outer edge of the pre-heated zone. After positioning the system the argon source is opened, the dams inflated to size and the interspace purged. The purge will remain on during preheat and welding. It is advised removal of the systems prior to post weld heat treatment. In trials the devices have performed many welds under these conditions.

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Faster The system is very quick and easy to install. It can be positioned accurately and the bladders inflate instantly. The purging time is a fraction of that required to purge by conventional methods. Easy to use Argweld® purge systems simplifies the process of inert gas purging. Training is minimal, leading to bright shiny welds very quickly. Improved quality of welds The process involved is highly reliable. It gives regular, controlled high quality results. Fast pay back The Argweld® purge system pays for itself in just a few welds.

DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATIONS HR Pipe Purge System 4" / 100mm HR Pipe Purge System 5" / 125mm HR Pipe Purge System 6" / 150mm HR Pipe Purge System 8" / 200mm HR Pipe Purge System 9" / 225mm HR Pipe Purge System 10" 250/mm HR Pipe Purge System 11" / 275mm HR Pipe Purge System 12" / 300mm HR Pipe Purge System 13" / 325mm HR Pipe Purge System 14" / 350mm HR Pipe Purge System 15" / 375mm HR Pipe Purge System 16" / 400mm HR Pipe Purge System 17" / 425mm HR Pipe Purge System 18" / 450mm HR Pipe Purge System 19" 475/mm HR Pipe Purge System 20" / 500mm HR Pipe Purge System 22" / 550mm HR Pipe Purge System 24" / 600mm HR Pipe Purge System 26" / 650mm HR Pipe Purge System 28" / 700mm HR Pipe Purge System 30" / 750mm HR Pipe Purge System 36" / 900mm

Operating range for each system is +/- 12mm of stated size

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ARGWELD® WELD PURGE MONITOR MKV

PN: HF/APM0005 Measures the content of Oxygen in the purge gas to indicate when it is safe to carry out a weld Keeps waiting time to minimum The monitor can tell the operator exactly when the Oxygen level is low enough to commence welding. No estimating or

guesswork is involved, so no time or gas is wasted waiting for the correct Oxygen level to be reached. Saves on excessive use of inert gas The exact Oxygen content is shown on the monitor so no more inert gas than necessary has to be used to ensure that the weld will be free of oxidation. Prevents weld failures Premature starts on welds are avoided, high quality welding is ensured. Coked porous and discoloured welds can be prevented. Highly portable Its small size makes it easy and very convenient to use in all weld purging situations. Battery operation allows it to be carried anywhere. Titanium / Duplex / Stainless Steel The MKV monitor can be used to weld Titanium, Duplex and Stainless Steels.

Low cost The monitor is available at a low relative cost and is a perfect accessory for use with any pipe weld purging system or argon welding enclosure. Continuous monitoring of oxygen levels A continuous read out of the Oxygen level is given, even when welding is taking place. This can avoid unforeseen purging problems that could cause quality failures after the weld has started. Calibration and Certification Our instrument is supplied calibrated with certificates for Industry Standards included. Re-calibration is available to operators at any time. Continuous calibration on the front of the instrument is provided. Extra Range The MKV monitor indicates Oxygen levels down to 100 parts per million (PPM) 0.01% and measures accurately down to 0.1%.

TECHWELD ™ TEG-3 TUNGSTEN ELECTRODE GRINDER

PN: TEG3002 FEATURES Repeatable points every time The use of the TEG-3 grinder will give exactly the same tungsten points every time, enabling consistent repeatable arc performance and welding results.

Axial grinding By grinding the points longitudinally, the TEG-3 eliminates arc flicker or wander. Any sizes Sizes from 1.6mm to 4mm can be ground as standard. Any other sizes can be catered for on request. Low cost The grinder is custom-built for the job. The cost saved in grinding wheels alone can provide rapid payback on the small outlay required to purchase this grinder. Prolonged tungsten life Savings on the life of properly ground tungsten electrodes can be achieved. With the special collect accessory, shorter tungstens can be held, significantly increasing the length of life of each tungsten before it is discarded. TIG welding requires tungsten electrodes with perfectly ground and polished tips. Huntingdon Fusion

Techniques’ TEG-3 provides these, timeafter-time, to exactly the same size and shape at low cost. The diamond wheel grinds the tungstens longitudinally. This prevents arc flicker or wander caused by circumferential lines or ridges found on electrodes which have been ground incorrectly. With tungsten electrodes ground and polished, mechanized welding can produce identical, repeatable results every time. With manual welding the shape of the tungsten is just as important. With a correctly-shaped tip, the arc can be precisely positioned with none of the preferential arcing experienced when using poorly shaped manually ground tips. The TEG-3 is a high performance tool that is an essential tool for every welding workshop where the TIG process is used.

ARGWELD® TRAILING SHIELDS FOR TITANIUM AND STAINLESS STEEL WELDING

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PN: HF/ATS Trailing Shields The Argweld® trailing shields are designed for high quality gas coverage

of titanium and stainless steel during welding to prevent oxidation. They will fit any make of TIG (GTAW) or plasma (PAW) welding torch for manual and automatic welding on pipes, vessels or flat plate, inside or out. By using an Argweld® Trailing shield welds will be left bright and shiny and eliminate discoloration and oxidation. Argweld® Trailing shields will reduce gas consumption, save re-work and eliminate wasted material costs due to

oxidation. Argweld® Trailing shields can be used for welding stainless steels, duplexes as well as titanium and any other weldable metal where discoloration or oxidation needs to be eliminated. The shields are manufactured to weld flat plate and any diameter tube, pipe or vessel. The radiused models are provided to suit the exact diameter of pipe or vessel being welded.

ARGWELD® WATER SOLUBLE PURGE DAM FILM It dissolves away completely without leaving any fibres to clog up filters or other sensitive parts in a system and it is strong in all directions so that it can maintain a good gas barrier throughout the purging process. Trace element certification can be provided to show that Argweld® purge film does not contain any harmful elements and that the quantity of halides is well below the permissible levels. The film and adhesive are completely biodegradable and all packaging materials are recyclable. HF/APF0001 Kit comes with: • 20 square metres of water soluble film • Cutting knife • 2 bottles of adhesive • Instruction manual

ARGWELD® WELD BACKING TAPE Extending the Argweld® range of purging products, Huntingdon Fusion Techniques are providing an economical non metallic weld backing system for the backing of welds, where purging is required but not easily achieved, for quality and for supporting weld roots to improve weld bead profiles. Typically for the welding of thin wall stainless steel sheet and vessels from, one side only, the backing tape can be attached to the backside of the weld, to support the weld pool, keep the argon from the weld torch surrounding the weld pool and eliminate the need to back purge, while giving a consistent high quality underbead profile. For purging large vessels the tremendous savings of purge gas and waiting time, pays for the use of the backing tape many times over. The high temperature heat resistant adhesive aluminium backing foil is 75mm (3 inch) wide and in the centre is a heat resistant band of woven glass fibre cloth 25mm (1 inch) wide. The glass fibre cloth has a weight of 1000 grams per square metre. The 80amp tape comes in rolls of 25m (80º) length and the 160A tape rolls are 12.5 (40º) long. The thickness of the cloth will support single pass welding at weld currents up to 160amps, without change to the chemistry or metallurgy of the weld.

Features • Speeds up production • Provides back purge facility • Ideal for stainless steel and alloyed metals • Saves cleaning costs • Massive purge gas savings • Eliminates weld defects • Suitable for sheet, plate, pipes, vessels • For horizontal or vertical welding • No gouging or grinding • No re-welding or rework

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For the manufacture of pipe purging dams, Argweld® water soluble film is now available. This British manufactured product comes in a kit comprising a 20 metre length of 1 metre wide film, folded in half and wound on a spool, two bottles of the adhesive, a slitting knife to quickly cut the dams and a comprehensive manual with instructions for use with hints and tips for weld purging. The use of water soluble film for manufacture of purging dams is well proven and Argweld® film gives superior results over all other water soluble products. It can be used for stainless, duplex and chrome-moly steels as well as titanium. The Argweld® purge material makes dams which produce an impenetrable purge barrier but which can easily be washed away when hydrostatically testing the pipe or just by normal wash out.

PN: DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATIONS Standard Light Duty Backing Tape Aluminium Tape HF/ABT0003 Tape only without glass woven support, 50mm wide heat resistant aluminium tape. Roll length is 45 metres. HF/ABT0004 Heavy amperage tape – up to 200 amps HF/ABT0005 Low amperage tape – up to 75 amps HF/ABT0006 Medium amperage tape – up to 150 amps

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PIPESTOPPERS™ NYLON PIPE PLUGS including domestic and industrial water and drainage systems. Also for ducting and conduit, plastic pipe bending, swimming pools, masking in painting and casting industries and many others. SOLID SHAFT PLUGS Sizes available for pipe bore sizes: Part number

General Pipestoppers™ Nylon Pipe Plugs are suitable for a myriad of applications. They are mostly used for weld testing, leak testing of pipework fabrications, weld purging or simply stopping to prevent the ingress of dirt, rodents and other unwanted material. However there are over 100 different applications for these plugs. These plugs are constructed from injection moulded nylon components and rubber rings. They have the advantages of being light, non rusting easy to expand and can be dismantled for cleaning purposes. The grade of nylon chosen is pure nylon 6 which has considerable wear characteristics and makes them stronger and more robust than other plastic plugs. These plugs will provide airtight seals and in tests with plastic pipes are capable of sealing against pressures from 60psi – 4 bar, to over 100psi – 7 bar. Effective sealing is simple – insert the plug into a pipe opening and tighten the wing nut clockwise. The rubber ring will expand and provide a positive seal. To remove simply reverse the process. Applications They are in normal usage for plumbing operations in a wide variety of industries,



HF/PSP1013 HF/PSP1019 HF/PSP1025 HF/PSP1032 HF/PSP1038

Nominal

I.D. Range

½” ¾” 1” 1¼” 1½”

12 – 16mm 18 – 24mm 23 – 32mm 31 – 42mm 37 – 54mm

Pressure Rating psi Bar 100 – 150* 150* 130* 70* 60*

7 – 10* 10* 9* 5* 4*

HOLLOW SHAFT PLUGS With 10mm BSP threaded waterway: Part number

I.D. Range

psi

Bar

HF/PSP113H

Nominal ½”

12 – 16mm

100 – 150*

7 – 10*

HF/PSP119H HF/PSP125H HF/PSP132H HF/PSP138H

¾” 1” 1¼” 1½”

18 – 24mm 23 – 32mm 31 – 42mm 37 – 54mm

150* 130* 70* 60*

10* 9* 5* 4*

With ½” BSP threaded waterway: Part number HF/PSP2050 HF/PSP2063 HF/PSP2075 HF/PSP2100 HF/PSP2125 HF/PSP2150

Nominal 2” 2½” 3” 4” 5” 6”

I.D. Range

psi

Bar

48 – 65mm 60 – 77mm 70 – 87mm 95 – 110mm 121–142mm 148–162mm

18 – 50* 34.5* 15* 15* 12* 10*

1.2 – 3.4* 2.3* 1.0* 1.0* 0.8* 0.6*

*= Results depend upon exact ID of the tube/pipe, number of turns, condition of the inside of the pipe and the material. * Pressure tests were carried out at 18ºC. As working temperature is increased, it can be expected that pressure ratings must be reduced.

PURGE PLUG CASE FOR ORBITAL WELDING Designed specifically for Orbital Tube welder users. This kit contains the most common sizes of Purge plugs used. Manufactured in hygienic white nylon. Kit Comes Complete With:

PN: HF/PSOC001

Quantity 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 4 4

Size 0.50” 0.75” 1.00” 1.25” 1.50” 1.50” 2.00” 2.50” 3.00” 4.00” 1.50” 2.00” 2.50” 3.00” 4.00”

Nipple Size nil nil nil nil nil 1/4” BSP 1/4” BSP 1/4” BSP 1/4” BSP 1/4” BSP 1/2” BSP 1/2” BSP 1/2” BSP 1/2” BSP 1/2” BSP 1/2” BSP 1/2” BSP

Shaft Type Solid Shaft Purge Plugs Solid Shaft Purge Plugs Solid Shaft Purge Plugs Solid Shaft Purge Plugs Solid Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Hollow Shaft Purge Plugs Nipple Caps Swivel Nut & Hose Tail

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This comes stored in an ABS plastic case with custom cut foam.

ARGWELD® ALUMINIUM PIPE PURGE PLUGS

PN: HF / PSP3040 HF / PSP3050 HF / PSP3060 HF / PSP3075 HF / PSP3085 HF / PSP3100 HF / PSP3115 HF / PSP3125 HF / PSP3150 HF / PSP4175 HF / PSP4200 HF / PSP4225 HF / PSP4250 HF / PSP4300 HF / PSP4350 HF / PSP4375 HF / PSP4400 HF / PSP4450 HF / PSP4500 HF / PSP4550 HF / PSP4600 HF / PSP4650 HF / PSP4675 HF / PSP4700 HF / PSP4750 HF / PSP4815 HF / PSP4850 HF / PSP4900

They are manufactured with ½”, 1” and 2” BSP outlets as shown in the chart. The standard seals are made from natural rubber and special rubber seals are available for applications where greater resistance to chemicals and/or temperatures is required.

DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATIONS Aluminium Pipe Plugs 1.5" (37-45mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 2.0" (48-62mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 2.5" (62-70mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 3.0" (73-87mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 3.5" (87-94mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 4.0" (96-108mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 4.5" (107-120mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 5.0" (120-137mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 6.0" (149-165mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 7.0" (167-191.5mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 8.0" (192-210mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 9.0" (215-235mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 10.0" (230-260mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 12.0" (285-315mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 14.0" (340-370mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 15.0" (360-385mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 16.0" (390-420mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 18.0" (438-470mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 20.0" (485-520mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 21.0" (510-555mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 24.0" (593-625mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 26.0" (635-670mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 27.0" (655-690mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 28.0" (680-715mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 30.0" (730-770mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 32.0" (765-810mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 34.0" (840-880mm) Aluminium Pipe Plugs 36.0" (890-925mm)

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In the event that Argweld® Inflatable Pipe Purging Systems cannot be used, eg in the manufacture of short and complicated fabrications, Huntingdon Fusion Techniques Limited manufacture a large range of Aluminium Purge Plugs to compliment the range of small diameter nylon plugs.

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PIPE STANDS Fold-A-Jack® • 900kg Capacity • Folds up for easy storage • 1” Square tube base construction • Quick –action lock washer • Patented fall guard™ • 38mm acme fine adjustment thread - largest in the industry • Large, convenient adjustment handle • Set screw for double margin of safety • Set screw can lock jack to stand – no loose pieces • Jack independently load tested for quality assurance • CE rated • Backed by over thirty-five years of jack stand manufacturing experience Jack plus head options: PN: 781300 ST-881 with V Head PN: 781301 ST-882 with Roller Head PN: 781302 ST-883 with Bar Stock Head PN: 781303 ST-884 with Stainless Steel Rollers PN: 781304 ST-885 with Stainless Steel Vee-Head PN: 781305 ST-886 with Ball Transfer Head PN: 781306 ST-887 with Rubber Wheels Model Part No. Non Stainless Steel Part No. Stainless Steel Fold-A-Jack Capacity Pipe Size Application

Standard V Head 780518

Ball Transfer Head 780518 & 780551

Steel Wheel Head 780514

Rubber Wheel Head 780499

Bar Stock Head 780519 (Hi) 780944 (Low)

780498

780518 & 780274

780517

N/A

N/A

900kg

450kg

900kg

450kg

900kg

3-900m General welding of pipe shapes, solids & rounds

10-300mm Rotation of pipe or tubing in all directions

30-600mm Welding of pipe & rounds

40-600mm Non-marking surface, roll welding of pipes & rounds

3-250mm Welding of flats & shapes

Portable wire feeders

Part Number: PWF2 Upgrade your existing compact welding machine to a separate wire feeder by simply adding the feeder unit and cables in just a few hours. This system allows you to remove all those long mig torches and all the feed problems associated with long torches and use shorter and more cost effective torch systems to increase productivity and reduce downtime. This package can be supplied either as a single package to your workshop or the welding machine can be sent to us to have the modification done for you. Standard package comes with: • 1 x Portable feeder unit • 10m x 50mmsq welding cable • 10m x 6mm argon hose • 10m x 4 core 1.5mm control cable • 1 x Carry handle • 2 x Motor Insulators • 1 x Adaptor support shroud • 5 x M6 bolts x 20mm • 5 x M6 nuts • 8 x M6 mudguard washers • 1 x M8 bolts x 25mm • 1 x M8 nuts • 4 x M8 mudguard washers • 1 x 4 position terminal strip • 2 x NP double sided barb • 2 x 10mm OTK clips • 2 x 13.8mm OTK clips • 4 x inline red cable crimps • 2 x 50/10 cable lugs • 1 x roll of black insulation tape • 2 x self-tapping screws • 2 x 20mm Cable glands • 1 x 25mm Cable glands Plus labour if applicable.

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Portable Wire feeder unit

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Robovent YOUR SINGLE SOURCE FOR WELDING VENTILATION SYSTEMS RoboVent, with over 20 years of experience in the weld smoke filtration industry, understands your challenges and has developed a product line to meet any smoke filtration need. Customer driven, the RoboVent product line has exceeded the demands of the Manufacturing Industry and has taken the filtration industry to new levels. The RoboVent products you will find in the following pages have been designed specifically to meet customer requirements in flexibility, ease of use and consistent performance. ROBOVENT IS A UNIQUE, PROVEN, ENGINEERED AIR FILTRATION SYSTEM DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR MANUAL AND ROBOTIC WELDING. DO IT RIGHT SO YOUR EMPLOYEES BREATHE CLEAN AIR, YOUR PLANT STAYS CLEAN, AND YOU SAVE MONEY MANUFACTURING TODAY. Many welding manufacturers today have experienced great challenges with fume extraction systems for their welding processes. You live in a world where Production is King and your income is based on getting product welded and delivered. Any air quality system must be designed to fit seamlessly into the current production process, and it cannot hinder workflow. Some of the key issues that Manufacturers are looking to address in a ventilation system are: • Eliminate weld smoke haze in the air. • Lower maintenance costs. • Eliminate negative air pressure in the building. • Limit costly heating and cooling expenses. • Minimize the use of valuable floor space. • Decrease employee turnover. Working closely with manufacturing companies over the last 20 years has helped us understand the needs of a production environment. We have worked hard to meet these needs, and to identify and address the key issues that impact your bottom line. If you use an exhaust system to achieve clean air, you are facing two dilemmas – high energy costs through the loss of heated or cooled air, and the risk of exceeding environmental regulations. “Just imagine trying to heat or cool your home with the windows open.” The same principle applies with exhaust systems. You are forced to constantly heat or cool outside air. And, when outside temperature is very low or high, the energy costs literally go through the roof. You need a system that can effectively filter the air and return it to your facility. SAVE ENERGY. SAVE MONEY. VENTILATION OPTIONS With employee health, and plant safety and cleanliness becoming more of a priority for the welding industry, the

Robovent

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ventilation industry has grown quickly and developed a wide range of methods and products. With such rapid industry growth, how to clean air in a plant and what equipment to use to accomplish it have become a real challenge. Selecting the right air filtration system is a process that involves closely evaluating your welding operation. Embracing this process can impact your bottom line, as studies have shown. Maintaining cleaner facilities leads to fewer accidents, lower employee turnover, lower health care costs and a positive impact on customers who visit the plant. ONE-STOP SOURCE IN THE INDUSTRY. RoboVent provides all the elements of your clean air system. We’re your ongoing, 24/7 clean plant partner. We design, develop, install and maintain your system to provide you with a onestop source. We do it all to make sure it is done right... and we stand behind it. With RoboVent, proper ventilation is not a quick fi x and hope for the best. We’ve spent years improving and perfecting the ventilation process by working extensively with manufacturing companies. And, removal of weld smoke is our specialty. WE CUSTOM DESIGN TO MAXIMIZE CLEAN AIR. One size and one design do not fit all. Improperly designed and inefficient systems can bring poor results and poor return on investment. The RoboVent step-by-step process, from design through maintenance, ensures success short-term and long-term. Clean air. Clean facility. GIVE ROBOVENT YOUR TOUGHEST CONDITIONS. Starting with the highest quality materials, we build the system to handle your specific needs and to meet your exacting criteria. The RoboVent team does everything from start to finish making sure every detail is covered and you get maximum return for your dollar. PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE. It is our commitment that your RoboVent system will work as promised. Every RoboVent system is sized correctly for excellent filter life and very effective smoke capture. This isn’t always easy in a high demand business like welding fume extraction, but we promise you will be satisfied or your money back guaranteed. ROBOVENT IS THE ONLY FULLY INTEGRATED MANUFACTURER OF WELDING AIR FILTRATION SYSTEMS. THAT MEANS WE ENGINEER, DESIGN, MANUFACTURE, ASSEMBLE, CUSTOMIZE, INSTALL AND SERVICE. THAT WAY, WE CAN GUARANTEE THE RESULTS.

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Robovent THE ROBOVENT PROCESS: 1. Evaluate your Production Process. One of our Application Engineers will visit your facility so we can understand your application and specific requirements. 2. Design and Engineer a Suitable Solution. The RoboVent Team will propose a detailed engineered solution that meets your specific needs. 3. Customer Acceptance and Order. 4. Turnkey Installation. RoboVent provides complete on-site assembly of the system, including equipment, hoods, spark arrestors and ductwork. 5. Equipment Start-up and Operator Training. Our experienced field technicians will commission the equipment upon completion of the installation. Operator and Maintenance training provided. 6. Ongoing Support and Service. Our long term commitment is to you and your plant. We provide a 24 hour service hotline and on-site service personnel. Also complete Preventative Maintenance Programs, so that you can stay focused on what you do best. KEY FEATURES THAT MAKE ROBOVENT UNIQUE: • SPARKOUT™ Spark Arrestor • POWERFLEX™ a very powerful selfcleaning pulsing pressure system. • E-PAD™ Control Board touch screen system. • SAFESENSOR™ Particulate Monitor • WELDEX™ Filters specifically designed for handling weld smoke. • E-DRIVE™ Auto VFD, A sensor to constantly monitor the airflow • AUTOSAVER™ Auto On/Off • SUPPREX-200™ Fire Suppression

GULLCO

Gullco Portable Electrode Stabilizing Ovens They’re lightweight, rugged and completely portable. There’s a model exactly suited to your requirements… • Easy to load, easy to carry • Ready to provide low cost control of welding quality in the shop or in the field. • Reduce operating costs by providing your welding operators with fast access to electrodes at the point-of-work. Gullco Compact In-House Electrode Stabilizing Ovens These Gullco stabilizing ovens have gained international recognition and acceptance based on a variety of quality and performance features including…. • Compact, Modular design with recessed controls for protection. • Shelves easily removed to accommodate large sized loads • Oven fully insulated to prevent heat loss….pilot light indicates oven operation. • Thermostatic control incorporating an on/off switch, maintains temperature in 37°C – 290°C range. • Models G125 and G350 feature nesting feet and sockets for safe, easy stacking. Portable Ovens Model Capacity Outside Dims Inside Dims Unit weight Electrode Size Input Voltage Element Thermostat Pilot Light Temp Range Door Latch Stacking

G10 A-20

G10 B-20 G10 N-20 9KG 175mm dia x 580mm high 75mm dia x 480mm high 14lbs Up to 450mm 115V 115V 115V 100W 125W 300W No Yes Yes(2) Yes Yes Yes Aver.135°C 37 - 205°C 37 - 205°C Lift Lid Lift Lid Lift Lid No No No

G50 30KG 270 x 580mm 175 x 475mm 32lbs Up to 450mm 115V 300W Yes Yes 37 - 205°C Lift Lid No

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Gullco Electrode Stabilizing Ovens • Eliminate the risk of costly rework • Ensure consistent physical properties and X-Ray quality welds • Protect low hydrogen quality in electrodes and flux cored wires • Protect coatings on Aluminium, Bronze, Cast-Iron, Stainless and other electrodes…prevent electrode wastage.

Compact In-Shop Models Model Capacity Outside Dims Inside Dims Unit weight Electrode Size Input Voltage Element Thermostat Pilot Light Temp Range Door Latch Stacking

G125 68KG 400 x 400 x 610 200 x 240 x 475 58lbs Up to 450mm 115V 1000W Yes Yes 37 - 290°C Push/Pull No

G350

G350A 180KG 550 x 550 x 610mm 350 x 400 x 610mm 105lbs Up to 450mm 115V 230V 1500W 1500W Yes Yes Yes Yes 37 - 290°C 37 - 290°C Push/Pull Push/Pull Yes Yes

G1000 450KG 1000 x 755x770 600 x 544 x 600 330lbs Up to 600mm 230V 3000W Yes Yes 37 - 290°C Push/Pull Yes

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GULLCO Gullco Semi-Automatic Welding and Cutting Carriages • Friction Drive Carriage Units • Magnetic Friction Drive Carriage Units • Track Mounted Gear Driven Carriage Units • Flexible Track Mounted Gear Driven Units Gullco offer the following semi-automatic welding and cutting carriage units for almost every application known to man Kat – Rigid Track Systems Kat – Flexible Track Systems Kat – Flexible Track Oscillator Systems Kat – Orbital Pipe Welding System Moggy – Trackless Auto-weld System Magnetic Moggy – Trackless Auto-weld System Sam – Submerged Arc Carriage