In this episode, host Dan Alford welcomes back Nathan Sumrall, Welding Engineer at Superior Cladding, for a deep dive into the creativity required to survive and thrive in modern manufacturing. Nathan reveals how his team "tricks" standard robotic systems into performing complex, "off-label" applications—like welding massive conical parts with explosion-bonded Monel—that the machines were never originally designed to handle. Beyond the shop floor, the conversation shifts to the high-octane w...
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In this episode, host Dan Alford welcomes back Nathan Sumrall, Welding Engineer at Superior Cladding, for a deep dive into the creativity required to survive and thrive in modern manufacturing. Nathan reveals how his team "tricks" standard robotic systems into performing complex, "off-label" applications—like welding massive conical parts with explosion-bonded Monel—that the machines were never originally designed to handle. Beyond the shop floor, the conversation shifts to the high-octane w...
Weld Testing & Quality Control with Welding Consultants LLC.
The Roboticist Chronicles
37 minutes
11 months ago
Weld Testing & Quality Control with Welding Consultants LLC.
Join us for an in-depth look at Welding Consultants, LLC., a leading provider of welding inspection and nondestructive testing services. In this episode, we sit down with Matthew Brinkman, VP of Operations and Senior Welding Engineer, to explore the company's history, delve into the intricacies of various testing methods, and discuss the critical role of quality control in ensuring the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure. Key Highlights: Learn about the different types of ...
The Roboticist Chronicles
In this episode, host Dan Alford welcomes back Nathan Sumrall, Welding Engineer at Superior Cladding, for a deep dive into the creativity required to survive and thrive in modern manufacturing. Nathan reveals how his team "tricks" standard robotic systems into performing complex, "off-label" applications—like welding massive conical parts with explosion-bonded Monel—that the machines were never originally designed to handle. Beyond the shop floor, the conversation shifts to the high-octane w...