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Demo Project 102 Agenda Typical Workshop Agenda

The actual workshop agenda may vary Please check workshop web page or contact coordinator for times

  • Welcome

DEMONSTRATION WELD #1

  • Executive Summary
  • Introduction to Electroslag Welding
  • Advantages/Disadvantages
  • Development of NGI ESW Process
  • Equipment Requirements
  • Fluxes and Filler Metal Consumables
  • Setup and Operation

DEMONSTRATION WELD #2

  • NDE and Quality Assurance
  • Operator Controls and Adjustments
  • Weld Repair

DEMONSTRATION WELD #3

  • Impact Toughness and Fatigue Properties

DEMONSTRATION WELD #4

  • Distortion
  • RECAP: Factors Affection Quality
  • Cost Comparison
  • Vendor List: ESW Equipment
  • Specifications: NGI ESW
  • Workshop Summary
  • Questions/Discussion
  • Pass Out and Complete Questionnaire
  • Acknowledgements
Updated: 06/27/2017
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