AM is a interesting new technologies which will revolutionize producing by quickly printing steel parts. There are 3 parts to the challenge: programming, movement regulate and welding. Any person acquainted with ARC Specialties is aware of individuals are our core competencies.
For AM to be viable on big areas we must velocity up the method and generate pieces with equivalent or better substance houses than forged, rolled or cast pieces.
As an ARC Specialties analysis initiative we employed the ARC6 robot and a Lincoln Electrical welding electricity source to construct a 316 Stainless Metal 12″ flange. We selected a 100 year aged welding process: Submerged Arc Welding (Observed). Due to the fact Saw produces audio welds with no smoke or arc gentle at 5 occasions the output charge as GMA additive.
Immediately after welding we machined the part on a mill alternatively than a lathe for testing reasons. Liquid penetrant inspection confirmed zero problems. We machined tensile examination specimens in the radial and vertical orientation. Each exceeded ASME technical specs for 316L.
This will be fantastic for short lead situations, unique elements and significant pieces! Simply call me if you think you have a application which would gain from our engineering.
