There are two things that are important for any job or project. One is to have the equipment necessary to get the job done, and the other is to do the job safely and to the quality standards expected.
With stud welding processes, the correct choice of stud welding guns, systems, and stud welds will be essential. For bridge decks, concrete and steel building construction, metal fabrication and for all types of uses in industry and manufacturing, the welds have to hold to be a safe, quality final product.
The other side of the coin is the need for operator safety. While the use of stud welding guns is relatively simple and, in some cases, a system guided process, there are still important safety factors to consider.
Correct Equipment for the Job
Using the right stud guns, stud welds, power supplies and cables is always critical for the job. While it may be possible to use older equipment, this won’t offer the technology, automation and the precision features that will be found with newer models and systems.
Ergonomic Design for Long Duration Use
The longer the team on the job is going to be using stud welding guns on a daily basis throughout the project, the more important it is to choose guns designed with ergonomic features in mind. When the welding guns are lightweight and balanced, operator fatigue and discomfort is dramatically reduced, which increases both production, as well as injury-free days on the job.
Understanding Safe Use Recommendation
Even those experienced with stud welding practices should review the correct use of all elements of the system. This just takes a few minutes, but it will ensure that the system is being used correctly and safely, helping to minimize the risk of any type of injury or potential damage to the stud welding equipment.
