Challenges in resistance welding of Aluminum
With the automotive industry adopting more aluminum for the auto-body assembly, the OEM’s, tier one part suppliers, and welding tool suppliers, are facing many challenges regarding aluminum resistance welding equipment, plant infrastructure, and material welding ability/process.
The presentation will cover:
1. Special needs of aluminum resistance welding machines, welding guns, and associated automation.
2. Challenges of the aluminum welding process.
3. Understanding material weldability and limitations.
4. Importance of developing a robust aluminum welding process.
5. Challenges of plant infrastructure such as power and cooling water requirements.
6. Challenges regarding maintenance of aluminum welding equipment.
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aluminum
auto-body assembly
resistance welding