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??Exciting Announcement! Join us at ARC Specialties' December 6th First Friday Lunch, featuring Strategy & Revenue Growth consultant, Ed Marsh, as our speaker. ?? Date: December 6th ? Time: 11:00 a.m. (Meet and Greet), Lunch served at noon, Ed Marsh's presentation at 12:30 ??? Location: 1730 Stebbins Dr., Houston, Texas 77043 After the speech, don't miss the chance to explore our #robotclub, where you'll witness firsthand the cutting-edge systems ARC builds, including drillship robots and welding robots. ???? ?? RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gMBABgsg ? Attendance at this event is completely FREE, but we would appreciate any contributions towards the Dave Hebble Scholarship, which supports aspiring welding engineers. ?? Seating is LIMITED, so don't forget to secure your spot by registering at the link below. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with industry professionals. See you soon! ?? #networking #sales #marketing

Infinite Possibilities: Bore Cladding Reimagined ?? The oil and gas industry faces numerous challenges, including corrosion caused by H2S. Welded overlays of Inconel 625, applied through hot wire GTA welding, offer a reliable solution. But what about the complexities of welding in tight spaces and intricate geometries? For decades, ARC Specialties has been at the forefront of innovation, pushing the boundaries of welding technology. Our latest breakthrough, the ARC-5 Infinity, takes bore cladding to new heights. Key features of the ARC-5 Infinity: ?? Infinite Rotation: Enables welding in any position, from horizontal to vertical. ?? Unmatched Precision: Delivers consistent, high-quality welds. ?? Advanced Automation: Streamlines processes and reduces labor costs. ?? Enhanced Safety: Prioritizes operator and equipment safety. Ready to experience the future of bore cladding? Contact us today to learn more #weldingautomation #robotics #innovation

Revolutionize Your Cladding Operations??? with the ARC-05PL For over 3 decades, the ARC-05PL has been the industry standard for efficient and precise bore cladding. Why choose ARC-05PL? ?? Automate for Efficiency: Reduce labor costs and boost productivity. ?? Achieve Precision: Deliver consistent, high-quality welds every time. ?? Optimize Performance: Real-time monitoring ensures maximum efficiency. Ready to take your cladding to the next level? ?? Learn more about the ARC-05PL and how it can revolutionize your cladding operations. Contact us today! Email: [email protected] Phone: +1 (713) 631-7575 #cladding #welding #industrialautomation #weldingautomation #manufacturing

Advanced Technology + New Business Model Ariyan Kabir is the guy behind GrayMatter Robotics. We are friendly competitors with some fun shared history; see the video below. Ariyan is automating surface finishing using adaptive control, including vision and force feedback. We recently reconnected in the Gray Matter booth at FabTech in Florida. I can report that Ariyan and his team are doing great things. But what made Johnny Tyler and I shoot the video below is Ariyan's new business model. They supply robots on a subscription basis, eliminating risk and capital costs for the end users. I expect this model to become increasingly common in our industry. This may be the cure for a common problem in industry: Robot Phobia. GrayMatter and ARC Specialties compete on surface finishing projects, and we both use 3D vision and force feedback. Am I crazy to promote his company? Maybe, but I respect competitors who are good robot integrators. They are good for our industry. I fear the bad ones; they give robotics a lousy name. ARC Specialties thrives on problems; send us yours! Dan Allford #robotclub #madeintexas

Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Your sacrifices have shaped our nation and inspired us all. Thank you for your service and dedication. From all of us at ARC Specialties. #VeteransDay #ThankAVet

International Thermal Spray Association Annual Meeting was held this week in Miami at American Welding Society Headquarters. ITSA is the trade association that writes the specs for and supports the thermal spray industry. The processes include plasma, high-velocity oxygen fuel, spray and fuse, twin wire arc and cold spray. These essential technologies are used to apply protective metallic and ceramic coatings on everything from bridges to aircraft engines. Many thanks to Adrian Bustillo and the ITSA team for hosting this event. I learned a bunch, got to finally visit AWS headquarters and hang with Richard Holdren my favorite in coming AWS President. ARC Specialties thrives on problems; send us yours! Dan Allford #robotclub ##madeintexas

FabTech 2024 Orlando Florida Despite a hurricane blowing through the week before, the FabTech trade show was a big success. It was well attended by both exhibitors and visitors.? Check out the video below for Johnny Tyler and me and our After Show Report. The people and companies that made an impression on me were: Dr. Vladimir Kachinskiy, with the Paton Institute, Ariyan Kabir with GrayMatter Robotics, Dan Patrick with Scalable Robotics, Andy Seals with Acute Technological Services , the infrared heating guys at https://lnkd.in/gkM8xUGP and the thermal deburring folks at ATL Anlagentechnik GmbH ARC Specialties thrives on problems, send us yours! Dan Allford #robotclub #madeintexas Dan Allford

The BEST Engineering Textbook You Will Never Get in School* Metallurgy, strength of materials, steel making, alloying, heat treatment, fatigue, material selection, threaded fasteners, joining, and more. Heavy on practical application, light on math, and fun to read. "Engineer to Win" by Caroll Smith is a remarkable book. All of Caroll's books are in my library and on my recommended reading list see: https://lnkd.in/guF8ibra And if you are into racing, they are ESSENTIAL reading. Here is a link: https://lnkd.in/gvVJMJGb I give copies to young ARC Specialties engineers. The latest recipient is Jean Torres, a UH graduate ME we recently hired. ARC Specialties thrives on problems; send us yours! Dan Allford #robotclub #madeintexas *Unless you are on a College FSAE Team, which is something you should seriously consider if you are studying engineering. See: https://lnkd.in/gY_acuJU Caroll was FSAE Chief Design Judge from 1993 to 2003.

ARC Specialties Museum: DC the Old Way Before high-current diodes were readily available, DC welding machines were built using an AC electric motor spinning a generator to make DC power. Thanks to Shanen Aranmor, MS, CWI/CWE, for donating one of these old Lincoln Electric generators. We now proudly display it in our museum. I was particularly happy to receive these pieces of welding history because I learned to weld on a machine like this in the 1970s. Shanen is doing great things at her Weld Like a Girl TM facility see: https://lnkd.in/gCjWFqtK for more information. Please comment below if you have any information or experience with motor generator DC welders. ARC Specialties thrives on problems; send us yours! Dan Allford #robotclub #madeintexas

??Exciting Announcement! Join us at ARC Specialties' November 1st First Friday Lunch, featuring our very own Technical Services Manager, Dave Hebble, as our speaker. ?? Date: November 1st ? Time: 11:00 a.m. (Meet and Greet), Lunch served at noon, Dave Hebble's presentation at 12:30 ??? Location: 1730 Stebbins Dr., Houston, Texas 77043 After the speech, don't miss the chance to explore our hashtag#robotclub, where you'll witness firsthand the cutting-edge systems ARC builds, including drillship robots and welding robots. ???? ?? RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gt-Ctd-p ? Attendance at this event is completely FREE, but we would appreciate any contributions towards the Joe Alvarez LaTourneau Welding Engineering Scholarship, which supports aspiring welding engineers. ?? Seating is LIMITED, so don't forget to secure your spot by registering at the link below. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with industry professionals. See you soon! ?? #networking #robotclub #welding