Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Euclid, Ohio, has announced what it calls the latest evolution of the HyperFill Twin-Wire Welding Solution, with an expansion of the new HyperFill RA for increased travel speeds, improved cycle times, and added throughput for automated welding.
Lincoln Electric is a multinational and global manufacturer of welding products, arc welding equipment, welding accessories, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and robotic welding systems.
The HyperFill technology combined with RapidArc waveform allows for tighter and more focused arcs with increased travel speeds of up to 58 percent compared to traditional CV or pulse single-wire processes in automotive and heavy fabrication industries. HyperFill technology requires only a single power source, feeder, gun liner, contact tip, and arc, making it easy to use and providing maximum ROI (return on investment).
“HyperFill RA gives the appeal of running like a single wire GMAW operation but with the travel speed of running twin wires,” explained Kevin Fleming, Global Industry Segments – Automotive Manager for Lincoln Electric. “In the world of automation, our customers are looking for ways to increase travel speed without adding the complexity of tandem MIG or additional equipment.”
HyperFill RA benefits include:
- Increased travel speeds up to 58 percent;
- Ideal for smaller fillet and lap weld sizes (6 mm and less);
- Reduced capital equipment cost;
- Deliver improved cycle times and throughput in automated welding.
“On the heavy fabrication side, customers who had weld size limitations with standard HyperFill can now expand the work envelope with HyperFill RA to weld smaller weld sizes, a true game changer for increased productivity,” noted Lou Mendoza, Global Segment Director – Heavy Fabrication. “Expanding equipment/solutions capabilities is a key advantage.”
Overall, HyperFill RA technology offers significant advantages for welding in the automotive and heavy fabrication industries. While its ease of use and reduced equipment costs make it an attractive option for businesses looking to improve their welding processes, operators can increase their productivity and maximize ROI with faster and more precise welding.
For more information, visit www.lincolnelectric.com.