COME TALK WITH THE WORLD EXPERTS IN SOLID STATE PROCESSING
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!
Process development at Bond Technologies involves a systematic approach to refining the friction welding process in-use, such as Friction Stir Welding (FSW), and the design of the machines that execute it. At its core, this service focuses on developing the welding tool design that generates the friction necessary for the solid-state metal joining process, alongside establishing the optimal machine parameters to produce high-quality welds efficiently and reliably.
Compliance with industry standards is a cornerstone of our process. We offer Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) that comply with U.S. and international standards, including AWSD17.3 and ISO25239. This is particularly beneficial for clients in the automotive and aerospace industries, where meeting stringent safety and quality standards is a prerequisite for success.
Assessing Welding Requirements: Precisely identifying the welding needs for a range of materials and applications, taking into account the unique challenges posed by different material types, thicknesses, and the desired outcomes of the weld.
Mechanical Testing: We evaluate the product and process performance as relates to expected results. Testing methods can include tensile tests, lap shear, macrographic imaging, leak testing and more.
Custom Tool Design and Testing: Crafting welding tools with specific geometries and materials chosen for optimal performance in particular applications.
Optimization of Welding Parameters: A crucial part of our optimization process is the adjustment of variables like RPM, feed rate, and forge force. Feed rate, in particular, stands as a vital variable for our clients. It dictates how fast the tool moves through the material to create a robust weld, directly affecting the throughput rate of the welding process and the quality of the output. Understanding the process window is important when scaling up for production.
Iterative Refinement: Employing an iterative approach to continuously refine the welding process and machine design based on testing feedback and client input. This methodical repetition allows Bond Technologies to address challenges such as tool wear, material deformation, and weld defects, progressively improving the process.
Our engineering services are designed to guide you toward achieving and maintaining peak performance and compliance. Through its process development efforts, Bond Technologies aims to deliver Friction Welding machines that not only achieve superior weld quality but also enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and usability for a wide array of industrial applications.