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Joining of similar and dissimilar materials
An oft-cited adage in industry is “whenever possible, avoid joining.” Often the discontinuity formed in a component during joining results in the creation of a weaker area, leading to lower performances there compared to the surrounding material. However, joints often cannot be avoided, and so different strategies must be proposed.…
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Welding equipment and supplies: Global markets
The total market for welding-related products is expected to reach $37.2 billion by 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% from 2021 to 2025. The growth in the safety and protective equipment segment is expected to be the highest, with a CAGR of 7.6% during the forecast…