Welding Equipment Essentials Marshalltown IA

Preventative maintenance is the key to getting the most out of your equipment investment. Like the other gear your metal techs use on a daily basis, your welding and plasma-cutting equipment benefits from a regular maintenance program.

Ben''s Tire & Auto
(641) 752-0619
105 Washington St
Marshalltown, IA
Jiffy Lube
641-753-5576
2105 S CENTER ST
MARSHALLTOWN, IA
Jiffy Lube
(641) 753-5576
2105 S Center St
Marshalltown, IA
Napa Auto Parts
(641) 752-4664
209 E Linn St
Marshalltown, IA
Kenn''s Transmission
(641) 752-2625
306 E Anson St
Marshalltown, IA
Kenns Transmission
(641) 752-2625
306 East Anson Street
Marshalltown, IA
Specialty Transmission
(641) 752-6891
107 West Linn Street
Marshalltown, IA
Larry''s Wrecker Service
(641) 752-4328
909 N 3rd Ave
Marshalltown, IA
Carquest of Marshalltown
(641) 752-7168
2901 S Center St
Marshalltown, IA
Napa Auto Parts
(641) 366-3131
115 W Center St
Conrad, IA

Welding Equipment Essentials

If you expect your welding equipment to last longer and perform better, preventative maintenance is a must.

10/1/2001

Preventative maintenance is the key to getting the most out of your equipment investment. Like the other gear your metal techs use on a daily basis, your welding and plasma-cutting equipment benefits from a regular maintenance program. To work efficiently, each type of welding unit has specific requirements. Here's a quick checklist:

Plasma Cutters

  • Plasma cutters need an unrestricted flow of clean, dry air to the torch, so be sure to change the regulator/moisture trap filter on a regular basis.
  • Inspect the torch cable periodically to make sure all connections are tight and that the cable the air flows through hasn't been crushed or damaged.
  • Change the consumables in the torch when they're damaged or worn out.

TIG Welders

  • If you have a water-cooled TIG torch, be sure you're using the correct torch coolant. It's also important to change the coolant based on the manufacturer's recommended schedule.
  • Check for coolant leaks. Leaks at the torch require immediate attention to reduce the potential for electric shock.
  • If your TIG welder has a high-frequency start, watch for erratic performance from the high-frequency feature. When was the last time you checked the gap on the high-frequency points? Check the operator's manual for your specific welder, but remember that this service is best performed by a qualified repairer.

MIG Welde...

Click here to read the rest of the article at BodyShop Business

BodyShop Business is
a Babcox publication
3550 Embassy Parkway
Akron, OH 44333
330-670-1234 • (FAX) 330-670-0874
Advertise      Contact Us      Subscribe      Article Index      Privacy/Terms of Use