Orbital Welding: A Specialised Welding Process
Orbital welding is a specialised welding process used to create high-quality, leak-tight welds in piping and tubing systems. It involves the use of a welding head that orbits around the workpiece, creating a circular weld bead. Orbital welding is commonly used in the aerospace, pharmaceutical, and food processing industries, as it allows for precise and consistent welds with minimal distortion. One of the main benefits of orbital welding is its ability to produce high-quality welds with minimal operator intervention. The welding head is guided by a computer program that controls the weld parameters, ensuring that the welds are consistent and meet the specified specifications. This reduces the risk of human error, which can lead to weld defects and costly repairs. Orbital welding is typically performed using a tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding process, which uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to create the weld. The TIG process is often preferred for orbital welding due to i...