INDUSTRIAL GAS SUPPLY AND TECHNOLOGY FOR WELDING & METAL FABRICATION
Sparking productivity
At Airtec, we are a trusted provider of industrial gases, applications, products and services that support welding, cutting and other processes. The ProStar® product line includes welding supplies, cutting machines and automation from a large variety of manufacturers, and our strategically distributed plants and hubs allow us to efficiently supply our customers with our full range of industrial and process gases. But our service goes beyond providing high-quality products. We are an overall solutions provider and through the StarSolver® Productivity Enhancement Program, we work with you to reduce manufacturing costs, increase productivity and improve quality. We also have R&D centers dedicated to developing new technologies that help you do just that.
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INDUSTRIAL, SHIELDING & LASER GASES FOR WELDING & METAL FABRICATION
Argon
Used to create an inert gas shield, argon is often blended with other industrial gases like carbon dioxide, oxygen, helium, hydrogen and nitrogen to enhance arc stability and improve the characteristics of gas metal arc welding. Argon is also the primary gas used for the gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).
Carbon Dioxide
Carbon dioxide is most often mixed with argon as a shielding gas used to prevent atmospheric contamination of molten metal in gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process.
Oxygen
Oxygen is used as a plasma cutting gas, an assist gas for laser cutting, and is sometimes added in small quantities to shielding gases for both carbon and stainless steel welding.
Helium
A inert industrial gas with high thermal conductivity, helium shields the molten weld pool and prevents oxidation when increased heat input is desired during the welding of metals like aluminum, stainless steel, copper and some magnesium alloys.
Hydrogen
Hydrogen is the lightest of all the gases. Used to enhance plasma welding and cutting operations, it is commonly mixed with argon for welding stainless steel because of its oxide reducing characteristics.
Nitrogen
Nitrogen can be used as an assist gas for laser or plasma cutting and as a component of shielding gas for some stainless steel welding applications.
Acetylene
Mostly used for oxy-fuel cutting and brazing applications, acetylene offers the hottest flame temperature of all commercially available fuel gases.
INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS FOR THE WELDING & METAL FABRICATION INDUSTRY
Cutting Processes
We’ll help you find the right gas for any industrial cutting application. From oxy-fuel to plasma arc to laser cutting, our gases and supply systems can make all the difference in your productivity.
Welding Processes
We work with you to select and apply the most cost effective welding process for your needs. From laser to submerged arc and gas metal arc welding, our expertise spans across the board.
Brazing & Soldering
Our gases and consumables for brazing and soldering systems help you create strong, reproducible joints by minimizing oxide formation and filler metal flashing. At Airtec, we will work with you to determine the best brazing or soldering system to produce the highest-quality joints possible.
PRODUCTS FOR THE WELDING & METAL FABRICATION INDUSTRY
Automated Cutting Solutions
Metal fabrication companies are seeking ways to lower costs, increase output, eliminate scrap/waste and manage the availability of skilled workers. Airtec is constantly looking for new ways to meet these needs. We have a selection of ProStar® professional CNC cutting tables to fit practically any budget from the small fab shop to the larger, high-volume production user. We also offer metal forming equipment including the new ProStar press brakes and ProStar shears as well as roll benders and folding machines.
INDUSTRIAL SERVICES FOR THE WELDING & METAL FABRICATION INDUSTRY
StarSolver® Productivity Enhancement Program
Using the StarSolver® solution approach, we will review your current welding practices, analyze the data collected and recommend high quality, low cost solutions. And we’ll work with you every step of the way.
StarDirectTM Distribution System
We offer a large inventory of welding, cutting and safety equipment in the GCC. With multiple strategically located distribution centers, we can guarantee on-time deliveries to cater to the timely needs of our clients.
At Airtec, we partner with you to optimize every step of your process. From consultation to implementation and use, we offer a range of services that help you monitor and manage your gas supply to help you do more with less.