Fluxtrol Executive Robert Goldstein, FASM Speaks at HTS

December 9, 2024

Maximizing Small Diameter Inductive Tube Welding System Performance

DETROIT–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Fluxtrol Inc. is pleased to announce that its Executive Director, Robert Goldstein, will present at an ASM International HTS webinar on December 19, 2024 at 1:00 PM EST.

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Induction tube welding is a key method for the continuous production of metallic tubes, often employing an internal magnetic flux controller, known as an impeder, to enhance process efficiency.

Traditionally, these impeders are constructed from ferrites. However, when welding small tubes (with an outer diameter of less than 1.5 inches), these ferrite materials can become saturated, resulting in a notable decline in process efficiency. This saturation presents an opportunity to replace the ferrite impeder with a Soft Magnetic Composite (SMC) material, which can significantly boost process efficiency.

Both theoretical and practical studies have shown that transitioning from a conventional ferrite impeder core to an SMC core can lead to substantial energy savings and increased productivity. Energy savings in these trials have typically ranged from 20% to 50%. Additionally, this switch can enhance production speeds, improve metallurgical quality, and allow for a reduction in impeder size, thereby minimizing the risk of mechanical loss.

Speaker Bio

Robert Goldstein, FASM

Executive Director of Strategic Planning and Product Development, Fluxtrol Inc.

Robert Goldstein, FASM is currently conducting research in computer simulation of electromagnetic and thermal physics, methods for magnetic flux control, development of new induction thermal processing technologies, optimization of current induction thermal processing applications, and development of early-phase induction systems for biomedical applications. This work has led to or is leading to significant advancements in steel heat treatment, inductive tube welding, additive manufacturing materials production and processing, creation and joining of multi-material components, materials testing, and ultra-high temperature material accelerated lifetime testing for deep space exploration and rewarming of cryopreserved biological materials. The ability to work in all of these fields is enabled by a deep understanding of the control of magnetic fields and heat transfer and a proven ability to successfully work in diverse, multi-disciplinary teams to help support and drive innovation.

About Fluxtrol

Fluxtrol Inc. has been advancing induction technologies for over four decades and has become a world leader in manufacturing and supplying soft magnetic composites (SMC). Fluxtrol Inc. also supplies a wide range of electromagnetic induction technology engineering solutions to a multitude of global industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, Consumer Products, Energy, and many others. For more information, visit https://fluxtrol.com or email us at [email protected].

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