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These products are immediately available and are a high-quality option for MIG consumables that are fully compatible with OEM.

May 12, 2020 - ESAB Welding & Cutting Products, Annapolis Junction, Maryland, has globally introduced Cryo-Shield Ni9, a Ni Cr Mo alloy flux cored wire used for all-position welding of 9 percent Ni steel LNG fuel and storage tanks with 100 percent CO₂ shielding gas. This modified 625-type wire offers excellent crack resistance and is superior to conventional NiCrMo-3 wires. Mechanical properties are similar to Hastelloy ENiMo-13 flux cored wires but at lower purchase price because of its modified formula. Further, because it uses 100 percent CO₂ shielding gas instead of an argon blend, it lowers operating cost. The wire carries approvals from the ABS, BV, DNV GL, KR, LR and CCS classification societies.

“We developed Cyro-Shield Ni9 in response to ship propulsion systems shifting from heavy fuel oil to LNG fuel to reduce oxide emissions,” says Neil Farrow, Global Product Manager – Cored Wires, ESAB. “This wire also meets the needs of LNG storage tank fabricators and other 9 percent Ni steel applications. In benchmark tests against leading 625-alloy wires, Cryo-Shield Ni9 provided superior crack-resistance tolerance, which is especially critical for root welding. Customer field tests with 100 percent CO₂ shielding gas also confirmed better tolerance to porosity formation, wet-out for a flatter bead crown and slag release compared to conventional 625-alloy wires. In addition, the slag system supports all-position welding, including over-head.”

ESAB offers Cryo-Shield Ni9 in 1.2 mm diameter and packaged on 300 mm wire baskets or plastic spools; vacuum-seal foil packaging prevents moisture absorption. Typical as-welded mechanical properties are a yield strength of 440 MPa, tensile strength of 730 MPa, elongation of 44 percent and an impact value of 65 J at -196 oC.

May 5, 2020 - Electric arc and welding splatter protective garments require a durable, high strength, high performance FR fabric that adds value without compromising comfort. The Tillman 9730 Welding Jacket delivers just that and is definitely not your basic welding jacket. The 9730 jacket begins with soft and comfortable, fire resistant 9-ounce U.S. made Westex® FR-7A® fabric and a Twaron®/Lenzing® blend for the sleeves with ANSI A2 Cut Resistance. 

The FR-7A® fabric Tillman uses for the torso is designed to self-extinguish and complies with ASTM D6413-10 flammability test which requires a maximum char length of 5 inches or a maximum after flame of 2 seconds. FR-7A® material is also pre-shrunk for comfort and maintains its accurate size for the life of the jacket. 

The sleeves of the 9730 are made of a twill weave of 40% Twaron® and 60% Lenzing FR® material where sparks and spatter have met their match. The Twaron® material offers strength, high thermal capability and ANSI/ISEA 105-2016 Level A2 Cut Resistance. The Lenzing FR® material offers flame resistance, comfort and moisture management. “The Twaron/Lenzing blend provide a welder better cut resistance, heat protection and better protection from sparks and spatter compared to a traditional leather sleeve” said Jeff Shipley, Tillman’s Director of Marketing.   

The sleeves also meet the ARC Thermal Performance Test ASTM 1959, ATPV (cal/cm²) 10.6-12.1 and the ARC Thermal Performance of NFPA 7OE and Level 2.

One nice feature of the 9730 jacket, compared to a welding jacket with leather sleeves, is that the FR-7A® and the Twaron/Lenzing blend material can be laundered up to 50 home or 25 commercial home washings.

The 9730 offers a roomy inside pocket to store smaller items and is an ample thirty inches in length. The jacket is available in – Medium, Large, Extra Large, 2X and 3X.

Tillman’s 9730 is an outstanding fire-resistant welding jacket with breathable comfort, durability and ANSI Level A2 Cut Resistance. 

April 13, 2020 - John Tillman Co., Compton, California, premium 1338 TIG welding gloves offer outstanding comfort while providing the protection you need while keeping your hands safe.  Constructed of soft, supple premium top grain Goatskin, the Tillman 1338 is a true performance TIG glove designed to provide the welder with outstanding dexterity and an incredible sense of touch for laying down that perfect weld.  The straight thumb on the 1338 has been designed to enhance the welder’s dexterity to help with executing a precise weld.

For added comfort and heat protection, the 1338 includes Tillman’s proprietary Glide Patch that offers heat relief on the side of the palm and protects the side of glove when resting on a welding table.  To help protect the welder from harmful UV rays when TIG Welding, the 1338 offers a 4” cuff.   And of course, the 1338 is pulled together with DuPont™ Kevlar® stitching that resists heat, sparks and abrasion for a longer glove life.  The 1338 is available in S, M, L and XL sizes.

March 3, 2020 - Recently we were asked the question, “What sets the Tillman 1357 apart from other MIG welding gloves?” The answer: comfort and ANSI A7 cut resistance. The Tillman 1357 was designed so that dexterity was not compromised, and comfort was emphasized. 

To achieve a glove that has a broken in feeling right off the shelf, Tillman searched for soft, pliable top grain and split cowhide leather.  “With the addition of the ANSI A7 cut liner, it was critical that we started with soft, yet durable, cowhide for the welder to have a comfortable glove that is an extension of their hand” said Andrew Carpentier, a member of Tillman’s product development team. 

To help MIG welders have an enhanced sense of feel and execute precise welds, a seamless top grain cowhide forefinger was implemented to provide an excellent feel when operating a MIG gun or a plasma torch.   Tillman included a flexible wing thumb to allow added movement for a greater grip on the gun or a torch.  “It’s all about the welders experience” said Carpentier. “Knowing welders use these gloves for hours at a time, we had to specifically tailor a product that accentuated comfort for an entire shift”.

During a shift, welders and fabricators handle a lot of material, much of which is sharp.  The 1357 provides the welder with an ANSI A7 cut resistance by implementing Dupont™ Kevlar® interior lining. This provides enhanced cut resistance while maintaining the dexterity and comfort welders demand from Tillman. 

The Tillman 1357 is the ideal glove for MIG welding, torch work, plasma cutting and even light stick welding.  When comfort, dexterity and performance are required, turn to the Tillman 1357.  The Tillman 1357 is offered in sizes S, M, L, XL, 2X and 3X and complies with the American National Standard for Hand Protection, ANSI ISEA 105-2016. 

February 10, 2020 - Caiman, La Mirada, California, has introduced a new line of flame-resistant welding garments. Made with soft 9oz. FR cotton fabric and with functional features that set these apart from the rest. The Caiman 3000 - 33 in. jacket features a stand-up collar and scratchless hook-n-loop closure for extended coverage and protection. Also, the underarm gussets provide added mobility and reach while the extended tail on the backside provides additional coverage and protection. A great jacket for the welding environment when comfort and functionality are desired.   

January 22, 2020 - Arc-Zone.com, Carlsbad, California, completed their line of performance proven TIG welding nozzles with the addition of their smallest cup, the Monster™ #10. Now with the Monster™ #10, Arc-Zone® offers six different TIG welding nozzles, sized from 5/8 in. (#10) - 1.5 in. (#24). Each is designed to improve weld-quality, lower gas consumption, and enhance the welder’s overall experience.

“We began manufacturing the Monster™ products because the market needed a complete line of quality flooding nozzles,” says Jim Watson, Arc-Zone® Founder and CEO. “I designed the Monster™ nozzles so all welders, from high purity and production work to the hobbyist in their garage, can experience the best shield gas coverage and improved quality on every weld.”

Monster™ nozzles are made of durable, non-reactive ZTA ceramic with integrated diffusers. This proprietary combo delivers a coherent stream of shielding gas and allows for a longer tungsten stick-out, resulting in improved visibility and access to hard to reach joints. The nozzles are available as complete ready-to-weld kits or in replacement cup packs.

January 21, 2020 - American Weldquip, Sharon Center, Ohio, recently introduced a Flexible gooseneck to be used on its lineup of semi-automatic torches.

The NEW flexible gooseneck allows bends up to 80 degrees offering the welder quick reconfiguration angles of neck positions if required. The new neck is designed for extreme heat up to 400 amps and utilized American Weldquip’s heavy duty consumables.

January 21, 2020 - American Weldquip, Sharon Center, Ohio, has recently introduced a “Wire Brake” for its robotic torch line.

The new integrated wire brake is specifically designed for robotic applications utilizing wire touch sense. The brake is designed to lock and hold the weld wire, up to .062 in. (1.6mm) diameter, stationary when wire touch sensing for joint detection, etc. The new wire brake is air activated and is deactivated during the welding process.

January 9, 2020 - The Tillman 1357 is an ANSI A7 MIG welding glove composed of a top grain cowhide palm and split cowhide leather back. The 1357 is Dupont™ Kevlar® sewn and features a seamless forefinger as well as a  flexible wing thumb to provide the best grip on a gun or torch.