Introduction and showcase of automated Keyhole TIG welding including robotic integration

K-TIG is a highly refined, keyhole variation of GTAW both with or without filler. It excels in Austenitic Stainless Steels, Carbon steels,

Titanium, Zirconium, Duplex and Super Duplex, Nickel, Monel, Inconel and Hastelloy to name a few. By incorporating a square edge joint configuration, K-TIG is able to perform butt welds at extremely fast speeds! An average time saving of 90% on suitable applications. Notwithstanding that K-TIG is able to perform single-pass full penetration butt welds in materials up to 12mm thick. This lends itself well to piping and pressure vessel applications with a 10-inch schedule 40 pipe weld in Stainless Steel able to be performed in circa 3 minutes without the requirement of any edge preparation or a highly skilled operator.

The presentation will be close up look at keyhole TIG process with a practical demonstration of the system and how it can be applied in both piping and pressure vessel applications.

Bill Kelly – Chief Technical Officer

With over 20 years’ experience in the fabrication and welding industry as a qualified Fabricator / Welder, Bill joined K-TIG in 2016 and is now Chief Technical Officer. His previous roles include Supervisor, Coordinator, Manager for various Fabrication/Welding companies in Adelaide and is a passionate advocate for all things related to welding.

Bill has exceptional knowledge of the K-TIG process, combined with in-field commissioning and installation experience. As such, he can identify customer needs and provide valuable, real-world advice. He believes it is important to take customers through an open and honest exploration of their applications and provide constructive feedback, to build long-term, value-adding relationships.