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Bond at FABTECH Chicago | Sept. 8–11 | Booth #B17039 with KUKA | RFSSW on a KUKA Robot!
Bond at FABTECH Chicago
Sept. 8–11 | Booth #B17039 with
KUKA RFSSW on a KUKA Robot!
Bond Technologies designs and builds best-in-class Friction Stir Welding (FSW) machines. Our highly engineered FSW systems and related services are sold across the globe for research & development and manufacturing production installations.
FSW is an optimal choice when you want to weld lightweight alloys, minimize distortion, or want to automate your manufacturing process to improve production and efficiency.
Friction Stir Welding is superior to conventional welding methods in part because it works with previously “un-weldable” alloys of aluminum, steel, copper, nickel, and titanium. Not only does FSW weld dissimilar materials and alloys not compatible with traditional welds, but it also produces stronger joints. Metals processed with FSW have improved tensile strength, and less distortion compared to fusion welding.
Friction Stir Welding (FSW) is a solid-state metal joining technique that offers numerous benefits across industries. Unlike traditional welding, FSW creates a stronger, tougher bond without the defects often associated with arc welding. FSW is a widely used solid-state joining process, initially adopted to weld aluminum alloys and now successfully applied to other materials, including copper and titanium.
FSW involves using a cylindrical tool with a profiled threaded probe, known as an FSW tool or pin tool, which is rotated and plunged into the joint between two metal pieces. Frictional heat softens the metals to a plastic-like state without melting them. The softened metals are then stirred together, creating a solid-state bond with minimal distortion and high weld strength. In general, FSW has been found to produce a low concentration of defects and is very tolerant to variations in parameters and materials.
Since the energy required to soften the material is concentrated in the area where the tool is working, and the desired temperature is lower than conventional arc welding, this process uses significantly less energy.
FSW is a versatile and effective process for joining dissimilar materials. Its solid-state nature and numerous benefits make it a popular choice for industries looking to improve the strength, durability, and overall performance of their products.
Utilizing the latest in FSW technology, Bond’s FSW machines expand product design options for companies by offering a versatile, efficient, and high-quality welding solution for a wide range of materials and applications.
With FSW, it is possible to:
FSW technology has become a critical part of joining applications throughout numerous industries. FSW is widely used in industries such as:
Friction Stir Welding’s ability to be easily automated makes it perfect for industrial use. Common applications include:
FSW provides opportunities for innovative solutions to traditional joining problems.
The process mechanically disrupts oxide-covered surfaces, resulting in smooth and aesthetically pleasing welds.
FSW can weld complex contours and various joint geometries.
Solid phase joint, no shielding gas for aluminum alloys. Autogenous process – no filler metal.
FSW accommodates welding of large parts, ideal for applications like ship decks and rail cars.
Solid-phase welding greatly reduces residual stress and results in lower costs during post-weld processing.
FSW produces welds with superior tensile and fatigue strength compared to traditional methods. Its welded joints excel under repeated loading cycles, making it ideal for applications in aerospace and automotive industries where components face cyclic stress.
For more than a decade, the Bond team has supplied FSW systems and served customers throughout the world. Our Friction Welding Machinery and Processing is revolutionizing manufacturing methods in the following industries: Automotive, Aerospace, Shipbuilding, Railcar, Electronic, and beyond. We offer a full line of Friction Stir Welding machines from compact machines up through large-scale multi-axis, multi-spindle systems. Bond designed our line of rigid, high-stiffness, versatile machines to meet the needs of most friction stir welding applications.
Bond’s machines utilize advanced control algorithms that provide researchers with tools to develop new technologies, and allow production applications to benefit from process information that ensures consistent high quality results.
If you’re unsure whether FSW is suitable for your application, our team is here to help. We specialize in identifying new applications and solutions for our customers, ensuring you get the best results from FSW technology.
For customer service questions, call us directly at +1 (574) 327-6730.