Lincoln Electric MC07-48 manual 30% Increase in Productivity

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UltraCore	®	Owen Steel Company, Columbia, SC

everything from giant trusses to box columns. Many of Owen Steel’s building drive cores are steel (v. concrete), which can handle the multiple load variants and large amount of weight demanded by the complicated, mid and high rises the company specializes in.

Lincoln’s UltraCore 71C wire is specifically designed to deliver superior consistency, reliability and performance

“We’ve decreased downtime, clean up and rework. We’re spending less time on projects, while dramatically increasing productivity.”

for these heavy-duty applications utilizing 100-percent carbon dioxide. It provides great flexibility on both single and multiple pass welding applications, including fillet, lap and butt welds. For Owen Steel, one of the primary distinguishing characteristics the UltraCore wire has delivered is greatly increased deposition rates.

“UltraCore’s long stickout procedures have allowed us to maximize the deposition rate, while giving our welders better arc control,” explained Dexter James, Owen Steel welding supervisor.

This extended stickout – up to 1-3/4” – combined with high wire feed speeds allow for higher deposition rates and arc stability, while performance and weld properties are maintained.

“It has also helped reduce welder fatigue, which our guys really appreciate,” James added.

Mike Daley, Owen Steel quality assurance manager, added that the welders also welcome the decrease in spatter provided by the UltraCore wire: “We’ve seen a notable decrease in

spatter, clean up and rework. And with its extremely tight tolerances, there is less adjusting, less waste and greater efficiency – all of which empowers our welders to do their jobs faster without sacrificing quality.”

“The UltraCore wire was the competitive advantage we needed. It delivers consistency, control and efficiency. We’ve decreased downtime, clean up and rework. We’re spending less time on projects, while dramatically increasing productivity,” Murciano summarized. “Our customers benefit, as does our welders and our bottom line.”

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