Hardfacing Wire Manufacturer Polymet Corporation to Attend a Symposium on Thermal Spray Technologies

The Cleveland Chapter of ASM International will be offering a symposium on Thermal Spray Technologies on Wednesday, May 2^nd, 2012.  The event will be held at the Ohio Aerospace Institute in Brook Park, Ohio from 8:00am – 5:00pm.  This one-day technical conference will feature speakers concentrating on industry related issues and topics.

Polymet will be attending the conference discussions as well as exhibiting their business and products.  Bob Unger, sales manager from Polymet, states, “This is a great opportunity to hear from industry experts and learn about current issues in the field.  Thermal spray wire is a big part of our business and we are eager to hear about a number of different topics being presented at the symposium.  We are also excited to have the opportunity to exhibit our products and contributions to the Thermal Spray industry.”

The symposium will kick-off with an introduction from Mr. Mark Smith of Sandia National Labs.  Smith will focus on thermal spray as a versatile tool to enhance performance, cut cost, and create new design possibilities.  Subsequent topics throughout the day include Hard Chrome Replacement, Thermal Spray Guns, Cold Spray Technology, Thermal Spray Feedstock, and Control of Spray Defects.

In addition to the discussions, companies will be allowed to exhibit their contributions to thermal spray and related fields.  Companies are welcome to bring displays and literature to highlight their business, products, capabilities, etc.  The exhibition area will be available during registration, lunch, and breaks.

Now Hiring – Quality Receiving Technician – Cincinnati, OH

We are seeking a Quality Receiving Technician to join our company.

Description

Polymet Corporation is a manufacturer of wire for hardfacing, welding and thermal spraying.  We are looking for an independent, detail oriented individual for a 2nd shift position.  Must be a fast learner and able to work on your own with little instruction once trained.  Collect, maintain and analyze quality related data, performs inspection on incoming material.  Maintain all quality records and documentation.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with measuring devices i.e. micrometers, calipers etc.
• Experience driving a forklift or capable of being trained and passing a forklift driving test is required.
• A two year college degree or equivalent work experience, ability to read and understand aerospace specifications, and technical aptitude are required.
• Experience in an aerospace company and receiving materials is a plus.
• A drug, background and driving record check will be done prior to employment.

Pay is commensurate with experience.  Benefits include:  Health, Life & Disability Ins., Pension Plan, 401(k), and annual Profit Sharing program.

If you, or someone you know would be interested, please let us know!  We would be happy to discuss this opportunity in more details.

Apply Here!

About Polymet

Polymet is a world-class manufacturer of high performance wire for hardfacing, welding and thermal spraying. We produce high quality products used in the aerospace, automotive, cement, mining, lumber, nuclear, power generation and many other industries. Our wires are ideal for demanding applications such as metal to metal, metal to earth; high impact, high abrasion, corrosion and high temperature, or combinations of these wear factors.

http://www.polymet.us

Hardfacing Manufacturer Polymet Corporation Upgrades New Certification Standards

Polymet Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high performance hardfacing wire, welding wire and thermal spray wire, is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed ISO Certification audits.  This has resulted in an upgrading of Polymet’s quality management system to the new internationally recognized benchmark of ISO 9001:2008 with AS 9100:2009 Revision C.

The ISO 9001:2008 aims at guaranteeing effectiveness within an organization.  The revision’s principles focus on quality management to promote continual improvement.  This is the basis for establishing efficiencies throughout an organization.

Some of the benefits of these revised standards are that they are simple to use, clear in language, readily translatable, and compatible with other management systems.

Bill Mosier, President of Polymet Corporation, commented “We believe the upgrade to ISO 9001:2008 / AS 9100:2009 Rev C is significant for future national and international business opportunities and demonstrates Polymet’s dedication to quality and service.”

The Benefits of Using Metal Cored Wire

A look at the characteristics and advantages that can result in overall cost savings. 

Quick highlights – Metal Cored Wire:

• High deposition efficiency
• High deposition rates
• Increased duty cycles

In today’s industrial world, metal fabricators have an array of choices to select from when deciding which welding process and consumable to use for a specific application.  As always, product cost, efficiency, and quality will play a key role in these decisions.  It is a continuing struggle to find consumables that can reduce costs without sacrificing the integrity of the work.  Many fabricators, however, are finding that metal cored wire is quite a beneficial change.  While this type of consumable is not new to the welding industry, the classification and the advantages of using metal cored wire are not always recognized.

Metal Cored Wires 

The American Welding Society classifies metal cored wires under the same specification as solid MIG wires.  Metal cored wires have a very similar construction to flux cored wires but the performance and functionality parallel solid MIG wires.  The basic composition of metal cored wire is a tubular electrode comprised of an outer metal sheath and a core of powdered materials.  Both the outer sheath and internal powder composition can be formulated to meet specific requirements.

The outer metallic sheath can be cobalt, nickel, iron or stainless steel-based.  This sheath conducts the electrical current during the welding process and the current carrying density is greater in metal cored wires, therefore increasing the deposition rate as compared to solid MIG wires.   Also, improved penetration and sidewall fusion capabilities are made possible due to these increased deposition rates.

Metal cored wire internal composition consists of both elemental and alloyed powders such as nickel, cobalt, chromium, tungsten, molybdenum, and manganese to name a few.  This internal composition of metallic powders is far less conductive than the outer sheath carrying the electrical current, resulting in a more controlled weld pool.

Advantages of Metal Cored Wires 

Making the change to metal cored wire can be extremely advantageous.  There are a number of factors that contribute to the success of metal cored wires, including:

• High deposition efficiency
• High deposition rates
• Increased duty cycles

The deposition efficiency of a consumable is the amount of material that converts to weld metal.  During the welding process, a portion of the consumable is lost to slag, spatter, and fumes.  The lower this percentage of lost consumable is, the higher the deposition efficiency will be.  Depending on the transfer used, metal cored wire can exhibit a deposition efficiency range of 92-98%.  This high efficiency is due to a decreased volume of slag and spatter that require removal from the weld and parent material.  Reduced fume levels are also reflected in the deposition and create a healthier work environment for the welder.

Higher deposition rates are also seen in the implementation of metal cored wire.  The deposition rate is the amount of weld metal deposited during a given time.   The deposition rate of metal cored wire is about 57% higher per hour than solid MIG wire.  This ultimately results in higher achievable welding speeds.

Travel speeds rely on duty cycles.  During the welding process, a duty cycle refers to the amount of continuous arc time.  Factors such as travel time, equipment, slag removal, and replenishing consumables affect the duty cycle.  Shielded metal arc welding using stick electrodes can only produce about 12 minutes of welding every hour, whereas metal cored wire yields a duty cycle of about 30 minutes an hour.   While solid MIG and flux cored wire can achieve these high duty cycles as well, only metal cored wire can take the process to a whole new level with faster travel speeds.  Metal cored wire can account for increased travel speeds of 35-40%.  Fabricators can practice automatic application with high duty cycles and travel speeds without jeopardizing weld integrity and appearance.

Conclusion 

As stated earlier, the main objectives for fabricators are to achieve productivity and efficiency at a lower cost.  While metal cored wire has a higher cost per pound than other consumables, the true economic payback is seen during the process itself, not in the initial cost of materials.  Labor costs are generally a substantial portion of total cost and therefore welding efficiency and productivity must be weighed heavily.  When assessing the change to metal cored wire, keep in mind these key points that result in overall cost savings: high deposition efficiencies, high deposition rates, increased duty cycles and faster travel speeds.

Polymet to Exhibit at FABTECH Canada 2012

Polymet Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high performance hardfacing wire, welding wire and thermal spray wire located in Cincinnati, will exhibit at FABTECH Canada in Toronto, on March 20-22, 2012.

FABTECH Canada is the only exclusive fabricating, welding and metal forming event in Canada showcasing new developments in materials and equipment.  Polymet will join hundreds of exhibitors representing products, tools, and technologies to educate attendees about industry innovations and solutions.

Polymet will exhibit their thermal spray coating and hardfacing welding material solutions.  An emphasis will be placed on Polymet’s POLYSTEL, POLYTUNG, and VECALLOY B products over the duration of the event.  The POLYSTEL Hardfacing product line is growing and proving to be very successful, with applications such as exhaust valves, valve seats, piston ring grooves, and saw blades.

Danny Newman, a sales manager for Polymet that oversees industrial hardfacing, states, “We are thrilled to be exhibiting in Toronto next week at FABTECH.  I always enjoy meeting new people in the metal forming and welding industry, learning more about their business, and determining how Polymet can supply their needs.  This will be a great opportunity for us to showcase our hardfacing and thermal spray products.”

Don’t forget to stop by booth #2758 to learn about our latest products! 

Quarterly Strategic Planning Keeps Polymet Focused On Continuous Improvement

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 Conducts Special Distributor Training

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”.

Hardfacing Wire Manufacturer Polymet Corporation Welcomes New Marketing and Sales Specialist

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 To Exhibit at The World Of Industry Fair in Turkey

Polymet Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high performance hardfacing wire, welding wire and thermal spray wire located in Cincinnati, will exhibit at the World Of Industry Fair in Istanbul, Turkey on February 2-5, 2012.

WIN Fair Part 1 is the leading trade show of the manufacturing industry in the whole Eurasian region covering Turkey, the Middle East and North Africa.  Attendees of this fair will showcase the latest products and trends in metal working, welding, surface treatment and materials handling.  Polymet will exhibit it’s broad line of products, such as:

–       POLYSTEL Cobalt Hardfacing Wire for lumber, valve and other demanding wear applications

–       POLYTUNG NiBWC Hardfacing Wire for down hole drilling, mining and dredging applications

–       Tungsten Carbide, Titanium Carbide and Vanadium Tungsten Carbide wire for hardfacing

–       Thermal Spray Wire including VECALLOY amorphous alloys, nickel based alloys for aerospace applications and many others

This trade show will enable Polymet to expand its global reach and promote its hardfacing, welding and thermal spray wires in Turkey.

Danny Newman, hot extruded wire sales manager at Polymet states, “I am very excited to attend the WIN Fair with Mr. Alper Vurar, General Manager and CEO of Sinerji Metal.  We have already seen great progress in the fast growing Turkish economy.  We are excited to be there with the Polymet product line as the country continues to grow at a rate unmatched by most economic environments around the world”.

Hardfacing Wire Manufacturer Polymet Corporation Celebrates 45th Anniversary

Polymet Corporation, a leading producer of hardfacing wire, welding wire and thermal spray wire, is celebrating its 45^th 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.