There is a wide variation of materials to be joined, with different conditions and demands. Therefore, the development of various types of welding processes has become necessary. Every process satisfies a distinct need and each has unique general applications and its own set of benefits and drawbacks. Below are some of the welding services Perth professionals deliver:

SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)

Commonly referred to as “stick welding,” the ‘stick’ is really the electrode with its protectant coating of flux. An electrode holder is used to hold the “stick” in place and an electric arc is created by alternating or direct current. In turn, this causes the electrode to slowly melt away, while the materials that are being joined are melting as well. All together, the flux coating releases a vapor of gas that produces a shielded environment, in conjunction with the slag, to defend the welding area against contamination.

GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)

This type of welding service is also called “TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas). A tungsten electrode is involved in producing the weld and it is not used up during the process. Helium, Argon or another inert gas is used to safeguard the weld area against atmospheric contamination.

GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding)

Also referred to as “MIG welding,” this type of welding service involves using consumable wire electrode shoved through the welding gun. An inert shielding gas such as Argon or a combination of Argon and Carbon Dioxide is sprayed onto the welding puddle as well to protect it from contamination. In industrial settings, this type welding has steadily become the most frequently used technique and this is largely because of its versatility and ease of use. However, MIG welding is not ideal for the outdoors or areas in which there is elevated air volatility.

FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding)

This kind of welding service involves utilizing a specialized tubular wire loaded with flux; this is typically adequate to safeguard the welding puddle against impurity. Alternatively, a shielding gas could be utilized; however, factors such as the filler material would have to be considered.

SAW (Submerged Arc Welding)

This type of welding service utilizes an automatically-fed consumable electrode. Furthermore, it uses a particular blanket of granular fusible flux, which comprises various compounds such as silica, calcium fluoride, manganese oxide and lime. The blanket totally “submerges” the welding area to safeguard it.

These are just some of the welding services Perth professionals provide. They are outstanding at delivering top-class service to the industrial fabrication industry. This is particularly so when they are done by highly qualified and experienced experts.