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At present, the average life of blast furnace is still difficult to break through 7 years. In order to provide some reference-worthy blast furnace longevity control ideas, this article briefly describes the links and factors that affect the longevity of blast furnaces, and proposes to strengthen the management and control of design, procurement, and construction during engineering construction, adopt a long-life operation system in later production operations, and achieve early detection and early maintenance in production maintenance, reduce factors that are not conducive to longevity, so as to achieve the goal of a blast furnace generation with a long life of more than 15 years.

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Welding Market - Forecast (2024 - 2030)

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In March 2024, the United States Department of Energy (DOE) announced up to $6 billion for 33 initiatives aimed at transforming America’s industrial sector, strengthening domestic manufacturing, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This transformative federal investment is matched by the selected projects, which will increase welding activities and contribute to market growth. Furthermore, the welding industry has seen considerable technological breakthroughs in recent years, including the introduction of new techniques and equipment such as robotic and laser welding. For example, in November 2022, Comau SpA installed an automated welding system for Beijing Foton Daimler Automotive Co. (BFDA) The company stated that its welding technique will assist BFDA in meeting both present and future objectives, including a 50,000-unit annual production capacity target. These innovations improve productivity, quality, and safety, resulting in increased industrial usage.

Report Coverage

The report “Welding Market– Forecast (2024–2029)”, by IndustryARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the welding market.

By Product Type: Equipment/Accessories (Welding Machines, Gas Cylinders & Regulators, Welding Helmets, Welding Goggles, Welding Gloves, Others), Consumables (Electrodes & Filler Materials, Gases, Fluxes & Wires, Others)

By Mechanization: Manual/Mechanized Welding, Automatic Welding, Robotic Welding

By Technique: Arc Welding, Resistance Welding, Oxy Fuel Welding, Others (Laser Beam Welding, Ultrasonic Welding, etc.)

By End-Use Industry: Automotive & Transportation, Aerospace & Defense, Building & Construction, Energy, Heavy Machinery, Others

By Geography: Korea, China, Japan, USA, EU, Others

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Key Takeaways

The shift towards environmentally friendly welding consumables is on the rise. Companies like, Ultrasonic Metal Welding, and Voestalpine Böhler Welding, ITW Welding are developing green consumables. More brands are expected to prioritize sustainable products, appealing to environmentally sensitive customers, and adhering to rules.

The welding market witnesses a growing trend in the adoption of automation and robotics. For example, in September 2023, Neuromeka demonstrated a 3D Vision Collaborative Robot for Welding at FABTECH. With the advent of advanced robots such as Novarc Technologies’ “Spool Welding Robot,” a single human welder can achieve a 3–5x boost in pipe welding output.

The accelerated development of the electric vehicle sector presents opportunities for welding technology, particularly in battery manufacturing and assembly. For example, the Brazilian Association of Electric Vehicles (ABVE) projects a 60% increase in fully electric and hybrid car sales in Brazil in 2024 compared to 2023. Many welds are required in EV battery packs to join different parts, such as cells and connections. Busbars, collector plates, and tabs are a few examples of these connections.

By Product Type — Segment Analysis

Consumables dominated the welding market in 2023. The consumables segment is further divided into electrodes, filler materials, gases, fluxes, and wires. Welding electrodes and filler materials are critical components of the welding process that influence the quality and longevity of the finished weld. Matching the right welding electrodes and filler materials is crucial for certain applications. Companies are extending their line of filler metals, driving up the market for welding consumables. For example, in August 2021, ESAB launched a new line of B3 SC electrodes and fluxes for SMAW, GTAW, and SAW for 2.25% Cr 1% Mo alloyed steels, SA-387 Grade 22, A335 Grade P22, and comparable materials. The new B3 SC filler metals have modernized formulas optimized for applications that demand exceptional toughness in both post-weld heat treatment and after-step cooling treatment.

By Mechanization — Segment Analysis

Automatic Welding dominated the welding market in 2023. Owing to its use, especially in industrial and manufacturing sectors where precision and productivity are paramount, automatic welding is advancing mechanization. Automatic welding technologies’ popularity has been gradually expanding as sensors and automation software have advanced. For example, John Deere, an American manufacturer corporation that manufactures agricultural machinery is using Intel’s AI technology to assist fix a costly, long-standing issue in the industrial welding process. As a result, new welding technologies, such as hybrid welding, additive manufacturing, or other ways, are opening up new possibilities in welding and attaching complex materials.

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By Technique — Segment Analysis

Arc Welding dominated the welding market in 2023. According to TWI Ltd, a multinational engineering and technology firm, arc welding procedures continue to be the primary source of material joining, accounting for 80% of all welding in India. Arc welding requires less expensive equipment and consumables. Arc welding is popular because it can join a wide range of metals and thicknesses, making it useful in a variety of applications such as construction, automotive, shipbuilding, pipeline welding, and fabrication. Arc welding equipment is also available in manual and automatic forms, giving it the flexibility to meet the needs of various production environments and requirements.

By End-Use Industry — Segment Analysis

Building & Construction dominated the welding market in 2023. Welding products are used to weld complex and huge buildings in the construction industry. The market’s expansion is being driven by the rapidly industrializing Asia Pacific region and other developing countries worldwide during the forecast period. India’s real estate and construction industries are thriving, and there is always a need for welding services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. For example, in March 2022, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) began developing new and existing airports, with a projected capital investment of approximately Rs. 25,000 crores over the next five years. This includes building new terminals, expanding and modifying existing terminals, Airport Navigation Services (ANS) infrastructure, control towers, and technical blocks, among other things. These infrastructure projects will focus on modernizing and expanding ports, enhancing port connectivity, boosting port-linked industries, and developing coastal communities, all of which will spur demand for welding.

By Geography — Segment Analysis

China dominated the dominated the welding market in 2023. The region’s dominance is attributed to the flourishing manufacturing sectors, rapid urbanization, and extensive infrastructural developments. For instance, In January 2022, China unveiled plans to develop its construction industry during the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021–2025), paving a pillar of the country’s economy on a greener, smarter, and safer path. According to the OECD TiVA database, China is the world’s sole manufacturing superpower, and in terms of gross production, China’s share is 3 times the US’ share, 6 times Japan’s in 2023. With production hubs for electronics, automotive, construction, and shipbuilding, China has a consistently high demand for welding consumables.

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Drivers — Welding Market

• Large-scale infrastructure projects are necessitating substantial welding operations as a result of rising industrialization

The welding and cutting business has enormous potential for expansion primarily due to the growing emphasis on infrastructure development projects. Large-scale welding projects include the construction of buildings, bridges, ships, offshore oil platforms, and oil and gas pipelines. For example, in March 2023, US President-elect Joe Biden’s $7 trillion “Build Back Better” proposal featured huge new infrastructure spending aimed at revolutionizing the country’s old and underutilized infrastructure networks.

Infrastructure development will also play an important part in implementing the €1 trillion European Green Deal. According to the China National Bureau of Statistics, the total projected investment in recently started projects during the period climbed by 23.3% in 2022 on an annual basis. To guarantee that these welding projects are finished safely, effectively, and within the allotted time and budget, a great deal of planning, coordination, and execution is needed. This rising industrialization and accompanying infrastructure development drive the demand for welding operations across various sectors.

• The surging automotive and transportation sector

The automobile industry is a major contributor to welding market growth. To create various types of cars and parts, complex welding techniques and equipment are required. Rapid urbanization is driving up global demand for automobiles in developing countries like China, India, Brazil, and Russia. For instance, the automotive industry in India produced a total of 2,59,31,867 vehicles including Passenger Vehicles, Commercial Vehicles, Three Wheelers, Three Wheelers, and Quadricycles in in FY-2022–23, as against 2,30,40,066 units in FY-2021–22.

According to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), worldwide car manufacturing reached approximately 76 million units in 2023, a significant 10.2% rise from the year before. This boom was fueled by positive production trends that occurred across the globe. As of June 2023, the EU Commission had chosen 107 transport infrastructure projects to receive nearly €6 billion in EU funding from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), the EU’s strategic investment instrument in transport infrastructure. The need for specialized automotive welding technology and services therefore drives the welding market along with the production of various vehicle segments.

Challenges — Welding Market

• Shortage of skilled workers and high labor cost

According to the American Welding Society, the US will require more than 360,000 welders by 2027 and the current welder shortage is mostly caused by the expansion of the new industry and the resulting requirement for skilled labor. According to data from the Weld Australia 2023 member poll, there will be a minimum of 70,000 welders shortage in Australia by 2030. This lack of welders is endangering industries across the globe and pushing down welding revenue. Manufacturing requires welding, and since there has been a labor shortage in the welding sector for several years, there are a lot of worries about this sector. The demand for qualified welders has consistently outpaced supply.

Several causes are listed as contributing to the skills gap, including retired workers, an increasing sector, and young men’s and women’s preconceptions about working in manufacturing. However, one of the leading contributors is an aging workforce. For example, the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that welder positions will rise by 2% between 2022 and 2031, which is significantly less than the average for all occupations. The global welding market is facing issues as older tradespeople, many of whom belong to the baby boomer generation, are retiring at a faster rate than firms can replace them.

• Deployment of sustainable manufacturing strategies

Environmental concerns are becoming increasingly important in all industries, including welding. Implementing eco-friendly methods such as using renewable energy, decreasing waste through effective material management, and using environmentally friendly welding technology will help to reduce the industry’s environmental impact while promoting sustainability. For example, Metal Active Gas (MAG) welding is one of the most sustainable welding procedures. It is extremely efficient, clean, fast, precise, and adaptable in practice. Laser gas metal arc welding is another eco-friendly welding process.

Metalworkers face several hurdles while implementing green welding methods. Managing implementation concerns is one of the most difficult challenges. The transition from traditional welding processes to more sustainable ones takes time, effort, and investment in new equipment and training. Another problem is achieving a balance between environmental effects and productivity. Green welding approaches frequently necessitate slower welding speeds or lower heat inputs, which can impact efficiency and project timeframes. Metalworkers must discover strategies to address these issues while also reducing the environmental impact of their work.

Market Landscape

Technology launches, acquisitions, and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in the welding market. Major players in the welding market are the Lincoln Electric Company, ACRO Automation Systems, Inc., Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, Kobe Steel, Ltd., Hyundai Welding Co., Ltd., Voestalpine AG, Air Liquide, Ador Welding Ltd., Tianjin Bridge Welding Materials Group Co., Ltd., Gedik Welding among others.

Developments:

In April 2024, Kemppi launched the Minarc T 223 ACDC GM, which is a portable multi-voltage welding equipment that provides high-quality AC/DC TIG welding and excellent weld cleaning.

In February 2023, Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, one of the well-known manufacturers of welding equipment and consumable products, has unveiled its Copilot collaborative welding system. This system will enable welders to achieve higher welding quality and optimize the usage of consumables, allowing users to meet increased demand.

In February 2023, TriMas, a manufacturer of a wide range of products primarily for the consumer, aerospace, and industrial markets, agreed to acquire Weldmac Manufacturing, a manufacturer of metal fabricated assemblies and components for aerospace and military. Weldmac made roughly $33 million in revenue in fiscal year 2022.

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What Makes a Top Steel Pipe Company Stand Out in the Construction Industry?

Around the world, high-quality steel pipes are the foundation of contemporary infrastructure, industrial, and building projects. A difference between average and exceptional in a Steel Pipe Company is seen not only through their products but also through comprehensive manufacturing, quality control, and customer service approaches.

Manufacturing Excellence and Innovation

The leading manufacturers differ themselves by advanced production facilities and the latest technology. A leading Steel Pipe Company invests a lot in research and development to improve manufacturing processes to meet changing industry requirements. These innovations go beyond the basic pipe production to specialized products such as Super Rings and reinforcement solutions.

Quality Control Standards

High quality control is the differentiator of great manufacturers from others. Top-notch plants follow rigorous testing at each stage of production, thus ensuring that each pipe is manufactured to exceed the minimum requirements set by the industry. The same standards apply to TMT Steel and other structural products that ensure a product range for optimum performance.

Raw Material Choice

Premium steel pipes start with the best raw materials. Elite producers have very selective supplier relationships and procure high-grade steel and other materials that exactly meet their specifications. This care in raw material quality directly translates to the quality of finished products, from basic pipes to specialized Super Rings.

Diverse Product Range

Variety in product lines is another critical differentiator. Major producers offer a wide range of steel pipes, TMT Steel products, and specialized components to cater to the varied needs of projects. This extensive inventory enables contractors and developers to procure all the materials they need from a single trusted source.

Technical Know-how and Assistance

Industry leadership is not just about manufacturing capabilities. A renowned Steel Pipe Company has employed experienced engineers and technical experts who provide valuable consultation services. These professionals help clients select appropriate materials, offering insights into installation procedures and maintenance requirements.

Certification and Compliance

Industry certifications and adherence to international standards show commitment to excellence. Major producers retain several quality certifications, and their processes are updated constantly, always staying ahead of new requirements. This prevents questionable defects in their finished products, including the Super Rings and TMT Steel components, in accordance with international construction standards.

Supply Chain Management

Efficient logistics and distribution networks play a vital role in customer satisfaction. Leading manufacturers maintain robust supply chain systems, ensuring timely delivery and reducing project delays. This reliability proves particularly crucial for time-sensitive construction projects requiring precise material scheduling.

Customer Service Exceptionalism

Excellent customer care is what separates the best construction material manufacturers in the competitive industry. The leading companies offer a full cycle of support, starting from consultation during the project to guidance after installation. It helps to maintain long-term relationships and establish trust within the industry.

Market Flexibility

Because the construction business is always changing, producers must be able to quickly adjust to new demands. Leading businesses stay ahead of the competition by keeping an eye on market developments, creating creative solutions, and modifying their product lineups as necessary. This adaptability ensures clients access the latest advancements in construction materials and technology.

Quality Documentation and Traceability

Premium companies have all products with traceability information from raw material to finished product. This openness gives the client confidence in the quality of materials used and can help settle issues as they arise during construction.

Conclusion

The choice of a trustworthy Steel Pipe Company significantly affects the outcome of the project, making it very important for construction professionals to collaborate with manufacturers that can provide such unique characteristics. Projects, by choosing such suppliers, are then able to get superior products, expert support, and reliable service – the necessary elements for successful construction outcomes.

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[allthecanadianpolitics]

The United Steelworkers union says workers at five Starbucks locations in Ontario have ratified their first collective agreements. The union says the union-led contracts are a significant milestone in the push for collective bargaining at the coffee giant. Locations include shops in Ajax, Kitchener-Waterloo and Toronto.

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[lmm-steel]

Bill shaking is a common problem in continuous casting production, which will affect the quality of the billet and cause steel leakage and shutdown in severe cases. 

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I was bored and I realized that I never really made Hurricane's and Frankie's designs for my au

I was just being a little silly

Just the colors

Frankie is a Tarantula Hawk

And Hurricane a stag beetle

And I guess you get to see James new design as well...

He's a European hornet :]

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“This season Kristen is learning that chaos isn’t cute” MY ASS.

SHE IS WINNIE THE POOHING IT IN A SCHOOL HALLWAY.

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[silverika326]

Sigilyph Ability Forms!

Pokemon Ability Forms are a concept @n0rtist brought into the light, posing the question of “What would it look like if pokemon had different forms based on their abilities?” This is my answer to that question, specifically concerning the pokemon Sigilyph!

Jumping on the bandwagon late as always, with me finding out about ability forms only after the video about it came out, but I had fun with it! I think I took what the abilities did into account more than the names of the abilities themselves, though. Whatev!

[newsfromstolenland]

Faced with Donald Trump's tariff threats against Canada, the latter must go “eye for eye, tooth for tooth,” play to its strengths and not put itself in a position of weakness vis-à-vis him, by avoiding responding to every one of his “outlandish” assertions.

At her traditional news conference at the start of the year, FTQ (Fédération des travailleurs et travailleuses du Québec) president Magali Picard spoke of the fears from her major affiliated unions and their members in the face of the 25 per cent tariff threats issued by the U.S. president-elect.

The United Steelworkers, Unifor and the Teamsters, all major affiliates of the QFL, would be particularly hard hit by these potential U.S. tariffs, since they have a strong presence in mining, metallurgy, timber, forestry and transport.

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The FTQ's position is important because its major affiliates have links with American unions, which could become either allies for jobs or obstacles in this debate.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published in French on Jan. 14, 2025.

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this is only partially related (hence the small text), but I do think it's wild how many times I've heard people from québec use the phrase "eye for an eye"/"œil pour œil" considering that whenever they hear it in the context of the Qur'an, they can't shut up about how it makes Islam regressive

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She does care. She's gonna spill her worst secret for one point in the next 10 minutes.