Resistance weld monitors, in themselves, do not solve welding problems, nor do they replace skilled welding engineers and time-proven experience. You will still need to evaluate your process using techniques such as "design of experiments" to determine the interaction of various weld conditions.

Weld monitoring is not a substitute for weld machine maintenance. Too often, when such maintenance is neglected and poor-quality welds are made, the weld monitor is turned off. Ignoring such problems is a sure indication that worse problems are ahead.

Weld monitoring is also not a substitute for setup and operator training. Numerous courses in resistance welding are available that teach important basic skills. When these are learned and mastered, weld monitoring can serve its intended purpose - control of the welding process.

CONCLUSION Weld monitors are powerful tools when used properly. They can help you refine your processes, recall what a good-quality weld looks like, and alert you when things go astray.

Becoming familiar with weld monitors and their use can help you maintain and improve your position as a quality supplier in today's increasingly technical metal fabricating industry. Home>>