Category Archives: SAW Process

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Which Welding Process Produces the Strongest Welds

SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, MCAW or SAW?

This is a question that is often asked.   The short and quick answer is: they are all the same.  However, to understand why that is let’s take a quick look at the three elements that determine the strength of a weld: Weld length Weld size Weld (filler) metal strength Since we are trying to compare […]

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Causes of Porosity in Submerged Arc Welds

Submerged arc welding is typically done automatically, meaning it is not done by hand but rather it is set up as hard automation.  The operator simply controls the welding machine and torch position to obtain the desired results.  Typically the system is run by an operator and not a welder.  So when problems arise the […]