Mostafa Hanafy talks specifics about pipeline strings and tie ins. We talk details of mechanized vs handheld welding. We also talk about the complexity of pipelines from planning to execution of the project. 

Mostafa Hanafy explains the trend of mechanized welding. We cover the benefits and challenges of root and hot pass as well as mechanized welding process on pipelines.   We also discuss the economics of mechanized welding systems. 

Mostafa Hanafy talks about how he became involved in welding and his journey to become a Business Development Manager with ITW Welding. Listen as we discuss the oil and gas pipeline industry, trends, standards, and applications in the Middle East.

Looking forward into the near future –see how artificial intelligence can change the already competitive world for pipe fabricators.  Listen how the team at Novarc is addressing the future needs today. 

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Advanced robotic solutions can help fabricators address the shortage of highly skilled labor while providing a digital tool for data tracking.  Listen how the team at Novarc can automate the pipe spool welding process.

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Robert Fox of Hobart Filler Metals discusses the optimization of welding procedures for improved travel speeds and a better overall experience. 

Robert Fox of Hobart Filler Metals talks welding economics. Filler metals are essential to the welding process, but Robert provide examples of how carefully selecting both process and filler metal can reduce both arc-on and arc-off time for weld cost saving.

Why are there so many different flux cored wires? Robert Fox of Hobart Filler Metals answers this question and more in this discussion of the characteristics, properties, classification, and economics of gas-shielded and self-shielded flux cored wires.

Robert Fox of Hobart Filler Metals focuses on the when, where, why, and how of implementing the submerged arc welding process in pipe welding applications. Concepts such as wire composition and flux behavior influence weld metal properties and process performance. 

Robert Fox of Hobart Filler Metals introduces metal cored wires and how they can be used to improve welding productivity in in-position pipe welding.