Miller

Issue 5, 2007

FEATURED ARTICLES

THE BASICS

SHOP TALK

WHAT'S NEW?


Do You Know?

Miller's Industry Employment Search offers free access to welding employment opportunities throughout the United States. Search by location or qualification for opportunities from a variety of major online job sources.


Millermatics Offer More!

For the most fully loaded MIG welders today, check out the new Millermatic 252, 212 and DVI2. The new models include enhancements for increased operator friendliness, workplace convenience and productivity. Get more information and read the news release.


Improved Low-End
Arc Starts

The Syncrowave 250 DX and 350 LX AC/DC TIG welders now have improved low-end DC TIG arc starting capabilities for increased operator convenience and productivity. Visit the product page and read the news release.


ITW Acquires Tregaskiss

Illinois Tool Works Inc., owner of Miller Electric Mfg. Co., has acquired Tregaskiss Welding Products of Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Tregaskiss is a leading manufacturer of robotic and semi-automatic MIG welding torches and peripherals. Read the news release.


Upcoming Trade Shows

Aug 2-5: Street Rod Nationals; Louisville, KY

Aug 7-9: Empire Farm Show; Seneca Falls, NY

Aug 14-16: Ag Progress Days, Penn State

Aug 24-26: Great Outdoors Show; Oshkosh, WI

Aug 24-26: Street Rod; Richmond, VA

Aug 28-30: Farm Progress Show; Decatur, IL

Aug 31-Sep 2: Good Guys; Kansas City, KS

Sep 11-13: Husker Harvest Days; Grand Island, NE

View our complete 2007 Trade Show Schedule.

Announcements

Dear Subscriber, Here is your most recent issue of Power Click. It's packed full of information to keep you updated with the latest welding and cutting news.

Featured Articles

Memorial for Fallen Pilot Planned

This issue of Power Click was set to feature the welding and flying of aerobatic stunt pilot Jim LeRoy, Jr. when we learned of his passing on July 28 due to an accident at the Vectren Dayton Air Show. We proceed with his story in honor of LeRoy’s passion for flying and to inform readers of a memorial fund established for the benefit of Jim’s four-year-old son, Tommy LeRoy. Read on.

Hybrid Technology Relieves Boilermakers

For welding on commercial boiler lines, Cleaver-Brooks found multi-process welders adequate for Stick and longer MIG welds but not for the hundreds of tack welds required on each unit. The Dimension NT 450 eliminated frustration with sputtering and spatter, saving Cleaver-Brooks thousands of dollars a year in lost time. Read on.

The Basics

The Optimum Stick Welder

Understanding the personality of a Constant Current (CC) DC welding machine can make the difference between steady work and unemployment. By starting with the volt/amp curve, you can learn a lot about a Constant Current machine and choosing the optimum welder for your application.
Read on.

The Basics

And the Winners Are...

The results are in, and Miller congratulates all 30 winners of the Weekend Welder Challenge! Each winner will receive a $50 gift card. Thanks to all Power Click subscribers for participating in the Weekend Welder Challenge!

View Winning Projects and Vote!

It's not over yet! View all winning projects and vote for your favorite in each time-to-build category. Based on the highest number of subscriber votes in each category, three winners will receive their choice of a Spectrum 625 plasma cutter, a Millermatic 212 all-in-one MIG welder with Spoolgun or a Syncrowave 200 TIGRunner.
Vote now.

Shop Talk

Weekend Stock Rack

I finally got around to finishing the stock rack for the new shop. Since I got most of the ideas for it here, I thought I would post some pics. Read on.

Bar Stool Racers

Have any of you heard of barstool racers? They're pretty cool and myself and some guys from work are going to build them. Read on.

Truck Rack

This is a rack I just finished for my truck. Read on.

What's New?

Find What You Need By Industry or Interest

It's easy: whether you're passionate about motorsports or need advice for improving your welding operations, check out Industries & Interests, Miller's new online search tool. Finding what you need is easier than ever!

Words From the Editor

Greetings from Miller Electric!

Thank you for signing up for Power Click. Please share this issue with a friend and send us your comments using the links below. Enjoy!

For additional feature stories and welding information, check out Miller in the News:

Understanding Advanced Inverter and Waveform Controls
Welding Magazine, May 2007

Get Better Welds During Plant Maintenance
Plant Engineering, February 2007

Best Regards,
Terri Ann Barry, Editor
Miller Electric Mfg. Co.

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