Last week at FABTECH Las Vegas, Bob Unger, Sales Manager at Polymet, gave a presentation on “New Developments in Cored Wires for Thermal Spraying.” The presentation focused on the use of unique alloys in thermal spraying that are not available in solid wire form. These unique alloys include amorphous, nano, and self-fluxing alloys. Bob also discussed successful applications for these cored wire alloys.
Bob’s presentation was a part of FABTECH’s Conferences and Professional Events segment of the show, which included various presentations, seminars, and networking opportunities. His particular talk was held in the thermal spray conference room. Other thermal spray industry presentations included “Corrosion and Protection Offered by a Dispersed Oxide Coating System” and “Thermal Spray Methods & Equipment – 1800’s through the 1930’s.”
Thanks for valuable insight on cored wires Bob!
Over the summer Polymet had the opportunity to exhibit at the Farnborough International Air Show in Hampshire, England. The FIA is one of the largest trade shows in the world and it is the pinnacle for aviation events. As first time exhibitors, we were a part of the Ohio Exhibit, alongside 9 other manufacturing companies representing the state. It was an honor to represent the birth place of aviation. We are truly excited to work with the contacts we made at the air show.
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Also, Pete Humphries, Sales & Marketing specialist at Polymet, shares more of his thoughts about attending the Farnborough Air Show 2012.
Nicol Jackson works with welding wire at Polymet
Pete Humphries, marketing manager at Polymet Corp., a manufacturer of specialty welding wire in West Chester, said he didn’t have high expectations for foot traffic but was impressed with the contacts he made. It was Polymet’s first visit to the show.
“Our business is very niche in the aerospace industry. The leads and contacts that did come were well-qualified,” he said.
Farnborough had about 1,400 exhibitors and was five or six times as big as the trade shows Polymet normally attends, Humphries said. Polymet used it as a chance to meet with overseas customers. Aerospace accounts for more than half of the company’s sales.
“It only takes one customer to make it worth going,” Humphries said.
Well said, Pete!
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Polymet begins work on several capital projects aimed at expanding its capacity to roll and draw specialty wire and adding jobs
Polymet Corporation, a leading producer of hardfacing wire, welding wire and thermal spray wire, has approved plans and began work to significantly increase its specialty wire rolling and drawing capacity. Currently Polymet uses very specialized rolling and drawing techniques to produce high quality wire used in applications like aerospace and industrial gas turbines, nuclear power plants and sulfuric acid plants. Polymet’s proprietary cleaning techniques and specialty processing have been incorporated into the specifications of many gas turbine and nuclear applications as the standard by which products are measured against.
Polymet’s plan to increase its capacity will enable the company to keep up with growing demand from current customers as well as seek out new business from companies in need of high quality wire solutions.
Full implementation of the expansion is expected to be completed over the next 12 months, with parts of the plan falling into place as soon as the end of the year. Polymet expects these investments to more than double their rolling and drawing capacity as well as the number of people employed in this area of their business.
“For years we have serviced a core group of very demanding customers with our unique attention to detail and ability to roll and draw hard to work alloys in ways that make our wire quality second to none. We are very excited to be in a position to expand this area of our business and focus effort on offering our services to a wider range of customers. We are very proud to be able to increase manufacturing capacity, spend money and add jobs here in the States in today’s global manufacturing environment. Once in place our new capacity will enable us to offer better lead times to existing customers and attract new business opportunities. It is very exciting.” – says Danny Newman, Hardfacing & Welding Wire sales manager at Polymet.
Polymet is excited to present it’s new website which contains great product resources and valuable industry information
Polymet Corporation, a leading producer of hardfacing wire, welding wire and thermal spray wire located in Cincinnati, is pleased to announce it’s newly renovated website, www.polymet.us.
The completely redesigned website, developed by Polymet’s team together with InfoTrust consultants, allows visitors to learn about Polymet’s product lines, markets and applications in depth. The new site provides improved navigation, a full product catalog, direct access to product data sheets, useful industry related resources and an easy way to contact the company’s key departments.
“Our new website comes after a long period of analyzing customer’s comments and reviewing visitor’s behavior. The new website is functional and easy to use, it provides a lot of useful information about our products and industry in general. We hope that it dramatically improves the experience of our customers and future prospects as they visit the site.” – says Mr. Mosier, president of the company.
Polymet’s new website welcomes visitors with modern, clean and colorful design. The new website features all of the company’s news, accomplishments, product lines and technical resources for successful use of welding, hardfacing and thermal spray wires.
Polymet Corporation, a world-class manufacturer of high performance hardfacing wire, welding wire, and thermal spray wire, received their quarterly visit from C.I. Dixon, an internationally recognized informative speaker and trainer. Mr. Dixon has been making trips to Polymet’s headquarters in Cincinnati for 16 years and has become not only a mentor to the employees but also a friend.
During his latest stay with Polymet, Mr. Dixon focused on leadership and management development, executive coaching, and team building. Under Mr. Dixon’s guidance, Polymet employees reflected on current and previous performance efforts and strategized for continuing success in the future. C.I. Dixon’s expertise, approach, and good-humored personality provided an environment for Polymet attendees to comfortably learn and capitalize on maximizing potential.
Polymet Corporation, a leading manufacturer of hardfacing wire, welding and thermal spray wire, will be traveling to Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia in early March 2012 to support its aerospace, valve and thermal spray wire business in these markets.
Collaborating together with local distributors and representatives enables the company to expand its global reach and promote its full line of industrial hardfacing alloys, welding and thermal spray materials in Asia. Bob Unger, sales manager of Polymet, will be conducting training sessions on Polymet products and applications for its distributors, as well as visiting customers and prospects in the region.
This rapidly growing area of the world has vast market opportunities and Polymet is eager to deliver the appropriate application training for its distributors and customers. This visit will also provide updates on new product development at Polymet.
Bob Unger, sales manager of Polymet, states “I am very excited to work with our distribution network giving them in-depth training on Polymet’s wear resistance solutions. Our distributors bring years of experience in the hardfacing, welding and thermal spray industries. Their expertise, local stock and exceptional customer support will allow us to better serve our growing customer base in these key regions”.
Polymet Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high performance hardfacing welding wire and thermal spray wire located in Cincinnati, is pleased to welcome Peter Humphries as a new Marketing and Sales Specialist. Peter will be responsible for marketing efforts including trade shows, website, social media, advertising, as well as assisting in sales, customer service, and product management activities.
Peter, a graduate of the University of North Carolina Wilmington with a degree in Business Administration, has a background in Advertising Sales and Customer Service. Peter’s sales experience and knowledge of marketing and social media will allow for an immediate impact at Polymet Corporation.
“I’m thrilled to join the Polymet team and work with such a talented group of individuals. I plan on being an integral part of the continuing success here at Polymet,” says Peter Humphries.
Bob Unger, sales manager of Polymet, states “We are extremely happy with the addition of Peter and want to welcome him to our team at Polymet Corporation. His experience, eagerness to learn, and dedication will be a great asset to Polymet and our customers going forward.”
Peter, welcome to Polymet Corporation!
Polymet Corporation, a leading producer of hardfacing wire, welding wire and thermal spray wire, is celebrating its 45th year in business.
Polymet began as a small aerospace consulting firm and grew into a pioneer in the gas turbine hardfacing world. By developing propriety processes to produce very hard and brittle alloys in small diameter wire form, Polymet solidified its position as the global leader in the production of wire for the worlds most demanding and intense applications. Polymet’s product line has grown beyond the alloys once thought impossible to produce and now incorporates a full line of industrial hardfacing alloys, welding and thermal spray materials.
The materials that Polymet produces are engineered for some of the most demanding applications in the world. From iron based amorphous alloys to nickel based alloys for the aerospace industry, Polymet manufactures the highest quality wire in the world for both twin wire arc spray and flame spray operations. Polymet’s unique hot extrusion technology allows it to produce cobalt based hardfacing alloys for GTAW, hot wire TIG, plasma and laser welding. Polymet also offers aerospace grade welding wire whose cleanliness and level of quality have caused customers around the world to demand Polymet processing in their specifications.
Polymet produces wire for gas turbine engines, nuclear reactors, down hole drilling equipment, high pressure valves, saw blades and many other surfacing applications. Polymet engineers all of its products to the highest standard of quality to ensure integrity in each piece of wire.
“Throughout these 45 years, there is one fact that remains the foundation of our belief system at Polymet. Without our dedicated employees, loyal customers, dependable suppliers and strategic partners throughout the world, there would be no Polymet. The relationships and friendships that have been forged throughout the history of Polymet are what keep us energized to do what we do.” – says Bill Mosier, president of the company.
Hear it from Mr. Mosier himself as he gives his Polymet 45th year anniversary address.
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