THMD newsltr 2010

NEWS
SALES & MARKETING

UPDATE

SPOTLIGHTING NEW PRODUCTS • PROMOTIONS • PROGRAMS • PEOPLE Q1 2010

First Quarter Promotion
New packaging and in-pack end user offer for FREE TIPS!
for Journeyman and Journeyman II outfits Journeyman & Journeyman II
Now Include Victor Professional EDGE™ Series Regulators

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Edge Series Regulators Master MIG Gun Partners

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Table of Contents
Edge Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Victor Alternative Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Journeyman Testimonial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
The Victor® Professional Edge™ Series Regulators for Inert Gas,
Acetylene, Oxygen and L.P. Gas are available now. Nitrous Oxide
regulators will join the line in the Spring of 2010.
Tweco Spray Master . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

MIG Gun Testimonial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Victor Professional CUTMASTER True Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Edge Series Regulator Cutmaster Testimonial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Welcome to Life on the Edge

V ictor Professional Edge Series regulators are
designed for durability, ease of use, maximum
flow performance, and safety. The compact design
Automation Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13

Stoody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
of the Edge is radically different from anything else in
the marketplace. While other regulators have multiple
gauges and outlets that are vulnerable to damage in MIG Wire Testimonial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
the work environment, the Edge, with a single point
of contact, minimizes potential impact points to Gouging Torches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17
protect the integrity of the gas delivery system. The
adjusting knob is the only part of the regulator outside
Nitrogen Purge Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
the profile of the cylinder. Dual, built-in gauges are
recessed into the body for additional protection.
Worthington Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
The Edge Series is also the most user-friendly
regulator, allowing a more natural and safer hand/body
position for the user when adjusting delivery pressure. Thermal Arc 95 S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
The dual gauges feature high-contrast graphics for
enhanced visibility in a smaller size, and the color PowerMaster SP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
coded knobs mean you can determine the type of gas
(oxygen, acetylene, inert gas, LPG, air, carbon dioxide,
Fabtech/AWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23
and nitrous oxide*) at a glance – indoors or outdoors,
up close or far away – for improved safety and better
cylinder management. Youth Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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“It’s easy for a regulator to maintain good flow performance when inlet pressures are high, but
cylinder pressure decay is inevitable. A regulator needs to function well across the entire range
of cylinder pressures,” said Bob Boyer, Victor’s Principal Engineer for Gas Equipment.
Outperforming the competition, the Edge Series better design, we wanted to create the best industrial
regulator offers better flow control across a full range regulator. We began by conducting research with end
of cylinder pressures, resulting in a more consistent users and distributors to determine problems common
supply for the downstream application. This design to traditional regulators. We also asked: What new
means fewer operator adjustments. Other new design capabilities can we provide to bring even greater
features include a unique bolt-on housing cap which value to our customers? Now, the result of our efforts
provides superior strength in a slimmer profile, while has surpassed even our own expectations, offering
delivering uniform seal compression. the industry a new benchmark for regulator design,
user-friendliness, outstanding performance, and
In the gas regulation market, the name Victor has
unsurpassed safety.”
always been synonymous with safety, and the Edge
Series regulator is no exception. The new design The Victor Professional Edge Series regulator is the
meets or exceeds all industry standards, including UL most significant innovation in gas regulator design
252 and the CGA E-4 “Heated Oxygen Impact Test”. in more than one hundred years and represents the
In fact, the new design offers the highest resistance future of gas regulation.
to oxygen-related fires in the industry, passing the
The Edge regulator has a patent pending design that is
stringent ASTM G-175 Promoted Ignition Test. The
only available from Victor.
design is “fault tolerant” in the event of an inboard
ignition source in oxygen use, offering unsurpassed * Nitrous oxide regulators will be available Spring 2010.

resistance to oxygen combustive contamination.
“It has been many years since there has been any
significant improvement in the regulator industry, and First Quarter Promotion
we felt it was past due,” said Boyer. “More than just a New packaging and in-pack end user offer for FREE TIPS!
for Journeyman and Journeyman II outfits.
Promotion runs from January 1, 2010 through March 31, 2010.

Victor Professional Journeyman and Victor Professional Journeyman II outfits will feature new packaging and come complete with Victor
Professional Edge Series regulators.


WARNING:
THE GAS INDUSTRY

IS COMING UNDER

NEW REGULATION


Victor Alternate Fuel Outfits:
Contender AF and CutSkill 250 AF
L ong known for its production of outfits that can be
used with all fuel types, Victor has taken versatility
in the gas cutting and welding industry to the next
Acetylene is still the most prevalent fuel used in
oxy-fuel cutting, but alternate fuel gases are gaining
traction, especially in industries that require a large
level with the Contender® AF and CutSkill® 250 amount of heavy fabrication like the steel industry.
AF alternate fuel outfits. Several factors can go into
“Adding these two outfits to our product line has
making the decision on whether or not to use alternate
enabled users, who prefer alternate fuel, the ability to
fuels such as the types of applications and the amount
take advantage of its benefits. At the same time, the
of gases being used. Additionally, those factors can
full-line of other versatile products is still available for
change based on industry and region.
those wishing to remain flexible or use only acetylene,”
“Different end-users will value different factors, so it’s said Henderson.
important for them to make their own determination
To make the two new outfits more alternate fuel
on what fuel works best for them,” said Victor Senior
friendly, Victor includes alternate fuel specific tips and
Product Manager John Henderson.
fuel regulators.

The Contender AF (0384-0873) features: The CutSkill 250 AF (0384-2504) features:
• CSR 350 Series Regulators w/ Gauge Guards • RC 250 Series Regulators
• 315FC Welding Handle • WH 270FC-V Welding Handle
• CA 2460 Cutting Attachment • CA 270-V Cutting Attachment
• 1-1-GPN Cutting Tip • Soft Sided Shade 5 Goggles
• #8 Type 55 Heating Nozzle • 1-3-GPN Cutting Tip
• T-Grade Hose 25' x 1/4" • 6-MFN-1 Heating Nozzle
• Striker • T-Grade Hose 20' x 3/16"
• Striker

For more information about Victor visit www.thermadyne.com/victor


JOURNEYMAN WELDER
AND HIS TORCH.
“I started my portable welding business as Harry’s Welding
Service in January of 1972. What I do is mainly pipeline
construction. I have used this very same torch since that
time. I have had tremendous luck with this torch and recently
had it reconditioned for the very ﬁrst time. I am ready to
retire soon, so I want to let you know how much I have
appreciated this product over all these years.”
If anyone knows the value of dependable tools, it’s
Harry Cazett. He’s been relying on the exact same Victor
Journeyman torch to help grow his business for the better
part of four decades.
“I had just ﬁnished welding school and my instructor said
Victor was the best,” says Harry. He says he’s used his
Journeyman to make different angles on all sizes of pipeline
from 2” to 48”.
“A LOT OF PEOPLE DON’T GIVE CREDIT WHERE IT BELONGS,”
SAYS HARRY. “I HAVE TO GIVE CREDIT TO VICTOR.”
Harry stands by his Journeyman because it’s stood by him
for so long. Even as he nears retirement, he continues to
pay tribute to a tool he purchased even before he started his
business. “My Victor torch has helped me get to where I am
today,” he says. “It’s helped me tell my story.”
HARRY CAZETT
Harry’s Welding Service
Diamond Bar, California
Harry carries the torch – will you?
THERMADYNE, A GLOBAL CUTTING AND WELDING LEADER, joins the
American Welding Society in encouraging individuals to practice
the art, craftsmanship and professions of welding, metalworking
and fabrication. Victor, Thermal Dynamics, Thermal Arc, Arcair,
Tweco, Stoody, Cigweld and TurboTorch are among the Thermadyne
family of brands that you can count on for safety, reliability
and quality.

www.thermadyne.com


Tweco Spray Master MIG Gun Conversion
Increases Productivity and Saves Money
M any manufacturing firms report that a complete
Tweco® MIG Gun Conversion can offer greater
productivity, enhanced consumables life and
fits well in most welders hands. Being very light
weight, the Spray Master is also very maneuverable.
It includes a conductor tube that can be rotated 360
cost savings. degrees, and with several conductor tube angles to
choose from, the Spray Master can be configured for
For example, after switching to Tweco Spray Master
nearly any application,” stated Thermadyne District
MIG guns, one company is seeing:
Manager Sean Norton.
• Less downtime due to welder fatigue
• 60-70% increase in consumables life “One of the key features of the Spray Master MIG
• Smoother operation under demanding conditions
gun is how cool it operates in the most demanding
conditions. The extended trigger on the handle keeps
• Improved welder appeal with extended gun trigger
my hand away from the heat of the arc especially
• Wide range of application capabilities
when we switch to flux cored wires,” stated Jason
• Lower cost of usage for MIG guns and consumables
Burns, one of DAE’s top welders. “Tweco has adapted
DAE Industries is a perfect example of how a the conductor tubes on our Spray Masters, to create
company benefits from the advantages of a Tweco the perfect angle for welding.”
MIG Gun Conversion. DAE designs, fabricates
“It was critical to find a solution that minimized
and installs aircraft engine stands, docking and
production downtime not only from a welder fatigue
maintenance access stands, and aircraft maintenance
and consumable point of view, but from maintenance
tooling. The company has 40 welding and fabrication
as well,” Dennis Cook, DAE Fabrication Manager
stations, and was looking for a MIG gun that offered
commented. “Spray Master has proven to be
maximum durability, greater consumable life, extreme
extremely dependable and tough with zero failures to
dependability and a more comfortable grip.
date, not even a trigger switch. As a matter of fact, we
“The Spray Master MIG gun is designed with comfort haven’t even needed to replace any liners yet, the wire
and feel in mind. It has a natural curved handle that keeps feeding extremely smooth.”


teamworK
Analani (Ana) Smith started with Tweco in Wichita, Kansas in
1996, building welding helmets and goggles. She continued her
career through assembly and machining departments over the
next 8 years and then moved to Texas with the company. She
got some training and work in robotics assembly and was later
moved to the welding lab a few years ago. Her experience with
components and assembly lead to a desire to learn more and
more about welding.
“I am pround to be a part of thermadyne. among
other thIngs, we manufacture and sell some of most
popular mIg guns In the world. the brand tweco
stands for qualIty and relIabIlIty. tweco Is the
world’s largest supplIer of weldIng and cuttIng
products IncludIng an extensIve array from basIc
manual weldIng tools and accessorIes to mIg guns,
consumables and a complete selectIon of products
for precIsIon robotIc weldIng.”
Ana Smith has no time to get bored on the job. Every day is
different. As a part of the team of laboratory technicians at
the Thermadyne welding lab in Denton, Texas every day offers a
new challenge.
“Ana is a hard worker and a great addition to our team,” reports
Principle Laboratory Technician, Galen Johnson.
ANA SMITH
Laboratory Technician
Denton, Texas
thermadyne, A GLOBAL CUTTING AND WELDING LEADER joins the
American Welding Society in encouraging individuals to practice the
art, craftsmanship and professions of welding, metalworking and
fabrication. Victor, Thermal Dynamics, Thermal Arc, Arcair, Tweco,
Stoody, Cigweld and TurboTorch are among the family of brands that
you can count on for safety, reliability and quality.

TWECO PPROFESSIONAL NUMBER 4 MIG GUN
AND TWECO SPRAY MASTER MIG GUN. www.thermadyne.com


Thermal Dynamics Cutmaster True Series Offers
Truly Powerful Machines With MORE PUNCH

T hermal Dynamics® has always strived to provide
the greatest value, flexibility and performance to
its end-users and those characteristics have never
• The Cutmaster 152 delivers 60% more punch with
a recommended cut of 1 1/4" and a maximum cut
of 2". Its applications include: heavy fabrication
and manufacturing.
been more important in plasma cutting machines
than in today’s economy. That is why the Thermal “The CUTMASTER TRUE Series’ recommended cut
Dynamics CUTMASTER® TRUE Series line of five capacity is the TRUE cut capacity – all day, every day,”
plasma cutting machines deliver more punch for the said Kent Swart, Thermal Dynamics Market Manager.
user, allow for ultimate versatility and create the “The market response has been extremely positive thus
potential to dramatically improve productivity. far, and we are currently working to expand the series
and make it even more user-friendly.”
• The Cutmaster 39 delivers 150% more punch with a
recommended cut of 1/4" and a maximum cut of 5/8". Thermal Dynamics, sets the standard in flexibility,
Its applications include: auto body repair, plumbing, value and performance for advanced plasma cutting
home shop, metal stud construction, HVAC, metal equipment, including manual systems, automated
building and roofing construction, marine repair, and
systems, manual torches, automated torches, and
rental fleets.
plasma cutting accessories. Thermal Dynamics’
• The Cutmaster 52 delivers 125% more punch with a
plasma arc cutting systems can be used to cut
recommended cut of 1/2" and a maximum cut of 1 1/8".
Its applications include: construction, maintenance and virtually any material, from light gauge to 4" (9.6 cm)
repair and fabrication. thick, and range from highly portable 110V units for
• The Cutmaster 82 delivers 100% more punch with HVAC work to the most sophisticated high speed, high
a recommended cut of 3/4" and a maximum cut of definition plasma cutting systems for fabrication.
1 1/2". Its applications include: heavy fabrication,
manufacturing, and industrial contractors.
• The Cutmaster 102 delivers 75% more punch with
a recommended cut of 1" and a maximum cut of
1 3/4". Its applications include: heavy fabrication
and manufacturing.


KEEPS ME WORKING
ALL DAY.
Jim Shepard has always had an afﬁnity for how things work.
It began in childhood when he deconstructed bikes and
built erector sets for fun.
He learned metalworking in high school and furthered
his education with an Associates Degree in
machine technology.
At the young age of twenty-four, he opened Shepard
Machine Co., where he built and repaired all kinds of
intricate devices. His company crafted over 100 machines
mainly for the food industry, many taking 2-3 months of
18-hour days. With blueprints and thousands of tiny pieces,
Jim and his team built the machines from the ground up,
making tweaks to enhance their reliability.
After years of success, Jim was able to retire from the
business, but metalworking is still in his blood. Now he
considers himself a hobbyist – working on all sorts of metal
projects in his 60 by 80 foot ‘hobby’ shop.
And his tool of choice? The new Thermal Dynamics®
CUTMASTER® 52 True Series plasma cutting system.
“It cuts so smooth and the 1Torch is comfortable to use.
Makes me want to keep working all day long.”
“I’M STILL BUILDING THINGS. AND THERMAL DYNAMICS
KEEPS IT FUN.”
JIM SHEPARD
Welder/Fabricator
Jim carries the torch – will you?
THERMADYNE, A GLOBAL CUTTING AND WELDING LEADER,
joins the American Welding Society in encouraging
individuals to practice the art, craftsmanship and
professions of welding, metalworking and fabrication. Victor,
Thermal Dynamics, Thermal Arc, Arcair, Tweco, Stoody, Cigweld
and TurboTorch are among the Thermadyne family of brands
that you can count on for safety, reliability and quality.

www.thermadyne.com


Thermadyne Automation Partners
T hermadyne Automation is scoring big with manufacturers by helping them improve productivity and gain new
business opportunities. The Thermadyne Automation cutting systems offer flexibility, value and performance
for advanced plasma cutting equipment and cover the full range of plasma cutting applications from the industry
leading thin gauge CUTMASTER® A-Series to the high precision Ultra-Cut line. Thermal Dynamics Automation
includes a full line of conventional and high precision products with 100-300 Amp systems, patented cartridge
design for quick change over, SpeedLockTM attachment method, and unique water mist secondary (WMS™) for
superior stainless and aluminum performance. Featured below are some of our Automation Partners.

VANGUARD MACHINERY INTERNATIONAL, (above) Bill Kunz, Torchmate CEO receives a framed copy of
provider of quality new CNC and conventional Thermadyne Automation testimonial ad from John Gilbertson
at Fabtech AWS in Las Vegas last October. (below) - Torchmate
machine tools, welding, fabrication and material vehicle proudly displays Thermadyne brands and Thermadyne
handling equipment, has been supported by Automation logos.

Thermadyne Automation since its doors opened in
2005.
Selling a broad range of equipment to U.S.
manufacturers, including welding and fabrication
systems, Vanguard uses Thermadyne’s Ultra-Cut
plasma cutters on its unitized machines and large
gantry-type units more than any other brand.
“We know Thermadyne products provide superior
quality, reliability and value,” said Jean Harris,
President of Vanguard. “Thermadyne provides
superior service and support, with better results
than anyone else in the industry.”


Sky Spindt, Torchmate expert on the scene at Praxair exhibit space

TORCHMATE CNC CUTTING SYSTEMS, a leading
manufacturer of affordable CNC cutting systems,
has relied on Thermadyne Automation to meet its
goal in bringing automation to metal fabricating
Brad Williams and Koike Product Expert, Tim Joslin
shops, providing the highest quality service.
“Thermadyne Automation is a total partner with KOIKE ARONSON, INC., a manufacturer of high
us,” stated Bill Kunz, Torchmate CNC Cutting quality welding and cutting equipment, recently
Systems CEO. “They make it possible for us looked to Thermadyne Automation for continued
to deliver on our promise of the best customer customer growth. Always seeking to offer new
service. They have made us a priority and take it products, Koike decided to investigate the new
personally when a problem occurs on any level. Auto-Cut and Ultra-Cut plasma systems from
Responding immediately, they step in and handle Thermal Dynamics. After several months of testing
the situation right away.” and training the company was ready to take
the Thermal Dynamics products to market and
enhance its customer base.
“Thermal Dynamics, backed by Thermadyne’s
technical and product support, has been
outstanding,” replied Brad Williams, Koike National
Sales Manager. “Prompt delivery has allowed us to
operate under just-in-time conditions. This is a big
plus when storage space is limited due to a large
Carlo Borella and Russ Gallup of FastCut
backlog of orders.”
FASTCUT CNC sells CNC plasma cutting systems. “Playing a pivotal role to our company, each
When the company was in need of additional of these outstanding partners has helped pave
power supply resources, Thermadyne Automation the way to Thermadyne’s success,” stated
provided a solution. FastCut now sells Thermal Richard Morgan, Director of Automation Sales.
Dynamics Cutmaster A-Series, Auto-Cut and Ultra- “We value our partnerships and look forward to
Cut plasma systems with FastCut cutting tables. helping other companies improve their operations
“Whether it’s superior cut on gauge material or through automation.”
heavier metal plate end users seek, Thermadyne
Automation has the answer,” said FastCut Partner
Carlo Borella. “They [Thermadyne] work with
us. They are open to new ideas. They’re always
listening to what we need – no other supplier
comes close.”


Stoody Meets Hardfacers’ Needs with
Three Newer Product Breakthroughs
M ost hardfacers should be extremely interested
in newly improved chrome carbide, tungsten
carbide and cobalt based wires. All three have varying
applications such as banbury rotor blades, plastic
extrusion screws, and fluid control valves. The
discriminating user will find lower smoke, spatter and
cost and performance benefits and are designed to a more fluid weld pool versus the other competitive
meet hardfacers’ specific needs. alloys in the market place.
The first breakthrough involves the Stoody® 964 and Ask your Thermadyne representative for a copy of the
966 open arc and gas shielded wires. These iron new Stoody Hardfacing and High Alloys Guide (Form
based hardfacing wires offer 64 and 66 Rockwell C No. 2102A) that includes Stoody 964 and 966 open
scale hardnesses while not exhibiting the normal cross arc and gas shielded wires, Stoody 160 tungsten
checks seen in chromium carbide deposits. They are carbide nickel matrix products, the Stoodite cobalt line
available in various packages and diameters, and have of gas shielded wires and Stoody’s full array of alloys
quickly filled a niche in such applications as shredding for hardfacing and joining. This guide is a resource one
tires and hardfacing agriculture parts. cannot be without. It illustrates application photos,
packaging, part numbers, and parameter information.
The Stoody 160/160D/160DM series of wires
incorporate tungsten carbide in a nickel matrix. These Stoody is a global leader in the design and
wires are used in the most extreme wear applications. manufacture of hardfacing and joining welding
The large and small diameter wires are used on the electrodes used to combat various types of wear
inside diameter of pipe, dredging teeth and oil field and corrosion. Its extensive family of products
tools. Their performance can be altered by changing includes iron, nickel, cobalt, tungsten carbide and
the type of carbide used in the wire. vanadium carbide based alloys. Some of the major
industries Stoody serves are power generation, mining,
Finally a product that needs no introduction that has
construction, railroad, steel, foundry, oil and gas
been upgraded is the Stoodite® cobalt line of gas
production and exploration, as well as the pulp and
shielded wires. A very popular product for years,
paper industry.
the 6-M, 21-M, 12-M and 1-M alloys are used in

Stoody Product Selection Guide
T he Stoody Hardfacing and High Alloy Product
Selection Guide includes the latest alloys, product
descriptions with part numbers, application photos
to earth for extreme abrasion
and low impact, and
abrasion accompanied
that demonstrate the varied potential uses for the by corrosion and/or
products. The guide is divided into easy-to-read high temperatures are
sections dealing with coated electrodes and bare all covered.
rods, open-arc and gas-shielded wires, submerged arc
Ask your Thermadyne
wires, and high alloy joining and cladding. Topics such
representative for a copy of
as metal to metal wear, metal to earth for moderate to
this helpful Stoody Guide.
severe impact and moderate to severe abrasion, metal


a Job Done rigHT.
This is the promise Titan Contracting has given its
customers for more than 30 years.
With a superior tank and vessel operation, as well as
highly reputable mechanical and power divisions, Titan
credits its continued success to providing its skilled
craftsmen with only the best tools and products available.
That’s why Titan uses Stoody Nickel Flux Cored Wires.
“Since we’ve replaced solid MIG wires such as Alloys
625 and C276 with Stoody’s Nickel Flux Cored Wires,
productivity and quality improvements have been
significant. They advance our ability to automate,
eliminating the chance of human error,” says Tank
Division Manager, Darrell Jones. “It replaces any
conventional welding wire because of its ‘all position’
capabilities.”
As one of the leading fabricators and erectors of
FGD Scrubber Systems in the nation, Titan has used
Stoody Nickel Flux Cored Wires to tackle tough welds on
absorbers and wet electrostatic precipitators (WESPs).
“We rely on Stoody for speed, productivity and quality,”
says Jones, “and Stoody’s customer support is far superior
to any of the other specialty alloy wire companies we have
tried in the past.”
Darrell Jones
Tank Division Manager
Titan Contracting & Leasing, Inc.
Owensboro, KY
titancontracting.com
Titan Contracting carries the torch – will you?
THerMaDYne, A GLObAL CuTTING AND WELDING LEADEr,
joins the American Welding Society in encouraging
individuals to practice the art, craftsmanship and
professions of welding, metalworking and fabrication. Victor,
Thermal Dynamics, Thermal Arc, Arcair, Tweco, Stoody, Cigweld
and TurboTorch are among the Thermadyne family of brands
that you can count on for safety, reliability and quality.

www.thermadyne.com


Arcair Gouging Torches
Meet Heavy Duty Demands
A rcair® has long been considered an arc gouging
industry leader in the fields of fire and rescue,
underwater construction and demolition, fabricators,
The Tri-Arc torch can be equipped with any one of
three interchangeable torch heads, including those
recommended for defect removal, padwashing and
foundries, and even the military. Arcair offers a brand general purpose usages.
of product choices from value driven to professional
Extreme Angle-Arc gouging torches and Extreme
quality and is proud to have their products once again
straight handle gouging torches speed up weld
validated by these recent tests.
removal, backgouging, edge preparation, defect repair
The wide-ranging gouging needs of fabrication plants, and many other metal removal jobs. They are ideal for
shipyards, railroads and farms are being successfully almost all metals with little or no deformation because
met with Arcair® Extreme® gouging torches, including the heat input is so low. If saving time and money are
Angle-Arc® manual gouging torches, straight handle issues with a gouging task, Angle-Arc and straight
manual gouging torches and the Tri-Arc® foundry handle torches can provide the solution.
gouging torch.
The Extreme Tri-Arc foundry gouging torch offers
Our Arcair gouging torches have been taken to the one body that accepts three types of heads so that
extreme level with many new design features and a combination can be tailored to best fit a specific
improvements. Extreme torches feature a new
four-barrel air nozzle design that optimizes air
flow to the arc to efficiently clean slag from
the groove edge. Optimized air flow allows
operation in areas where noise cannot exceed
115 decibels while achieving acceptable grooves
at lower air pressure and flow. Improved
electrical conduction decreases heat build up
in the cable and torch while superior outer
cable cover materials improves cable life in
harsh environments and resist breakdown from
heat exposure.
The Arcair Extreme family of gouging torches
features four Angle-Arc torches, two straight
handle torches and a single Tri-Arc torch with
three head options. The four Angle-Arc torch
models are designated for either light, medium,
heavy duty or extra heavy-duty performance.
Straight handle torches are specified for
either medium or extra heavy-duty tasks.


application. Equipped with the proper head, the Tri-
Arc torch speeds up padwashing, removes defects
in castings, and generally cleans a casting of fins,
nails and other unnecessary metal. Tri-Arc is ideal
for users who prefer to eliminate the need for several
different types of torches, not wanting the hassles
and confusion associated with stocking and supplying
several torch types and related parts. This is the
original triple purpose torch known worldwide as an
Arcair staple.
“The K4000 Extreme Angle-Arc Manual Heavy Duty
Gouging Torch has been a great seller for us,” says a
spokesman for the Arcair brand. “With a high quality
cable that offers high heat and abrasion resistance,
and overall rugged construction, it performs well in the
harshest of environments.”
Arcair also designs and manufactures a line of
automatic gouging systems for high speed, and high
quality metal removal. These units utilize the proven
N6000 gouging head and a variety of travel systems
that allow track mounted or plate guided applications
that are ideal for ‘J’ and ‘U’ groove joint prep with low
heat input to minimize plate distortion.


TurboTorch Announces the
Release of the Nitrogen Purge Kit
Ideal tool for HVAC and refrigeration professionals
T urboTorch®, a leading manufacturer of a specialty
line of air-fuel and oxy-fuel products, is pleased
to announce the release of the TurboTorch Nitrogen
TurboTorch markets the most comprehensive line
of air-fuel and oxy-fuel products and accessories of
any manufacturer. Its “Swirl-Tip” and “Sof-Flame™”
Purge Kit. torches and tips are the tools of choice for trade
professionals worldwide. The TurboTorch Pro-Line™
The ideal kit for HVAC and refrigeration installers
series give operators the added convenience of a
and service technicians, the Nitrogen Purge Kit gives
self-lighting torch feature. TurboTorch’s premium
professionals the tools to get the job done right. It’s
quality products include tools for acetylene, LP gas,
perfect for purging HVAC and refrigeration lines, leak
MAP-Pro™, and oxy-acetylene applications. Cylinders,
testing, flushing drainage lines, cleaning coils and
hand torch kits, and brazing and soldering alloys
components, and even inflating tires.
complement TurboTorch’s equipment offering.
“We are proud to have produced another great
addition to the TurboTorch line and to continue to
develop quality tools that meet professionals’ needs,”
said Paul Minter, General Manager of TurboTorch.
“The kit is designed with the professional in mind,
and providing tools for leak testing HVAC and
refrigeration lines, flushing drainage lines, blowing
clean components, and purging lines prior to brazing
to protect the joints from oxidation.”
The TurboTorch Nitrogen Purge Kit includes a nitrogen
regulator, two charging hoses, a blow gun, three
purging tips, a needle tip for cleaning, a
CO2 adapter, and a tire chuck.

0386-1370


Get a grip.
Always the right size
for the job at hand.

Reliable performance. Superior quality. Ease of use. Worthington 14-ounce pressure
cylinders are ergonomically designed to hold comfortably in one hand…and sized
right to ﬁt into tight spaces where other cylinders can’t. So you can ﬁnish the job
faster, more easily, with less hand fatigue and hassle.
No wonder Thermadyne® has made Worthington the
exclusive cylinder for its TurboTorch® line MAP//ProTM
and propane hand torch fuel.
TurboTorch, it’s called professional grade for a reason.

TURBO TORCH AND WORTHINGTON. DEPEND ON IT.
thermadyne.com/turbotorch | worthingtoncylinders.com


Thermal Arc 95 S: Portable DC Welder
SO EASY TO USE. SO HARD TO BE WITHOUT.

T hermal Arc makes it easy and affordable to
weld with the 95 S. The complete package of
equipment and materials is supplied ready to weld
Easy to use – built for beginner and intermediate
welders. Instructional welding DVD included with
purchase. Ready to weld out of the box. Extremely
out of the box. Whether you’re doing repairs and portable (less than 10 lbs.).
maintenance around the house or farm, or fabricating
Quality welds every time – only product in its class
in the workshop, the 95 S is an extremely versatile
with stick and lift TIG capabilities. Up to 95 Amps of
and useful tool for the do-it-yourself welder.
welding output power.
Tackle projects like never before. Whether you’re
fabricating from scratch or making quick fix repairs,
the complete 95 S package provides everything you Stick Package
Part # W1003202
need to make professional quality welds.

Stick/TIG Package
Part # W1003203

Thermal Arc, a world leader in arc welding technology,
presents an incredible welding package with its
95 S. Available in Stick and Stick/TIG packages, it
comes with:
• Thermal Arc 95 S Inverter welding power source
(weighs only 10 pounds)
• Tweco® WeldSkill® style electrode holder with 10' (3m)
lead
• 20 Amp adapter plug & cable
• Operating manual
• Four (4) general purpose stick electrodes
• Easy-to-follow quick set-up DVD
The Stick/TIG package comes with all of the above plus:
• TIG Torch 17V style 10' (3m) with accessories
• Victor® CutSkill® argon regulator/flow gauge


It’s your choice.
PowerMaster SP. Synergic Pulse.

Digital
PowerMaster SP series is a digitally controlled,
multi-purpose, synergic pulse MIG from Thermal Arc.

Synergic
• Ideal for general aluminum and stainless
steel fabrication

PulseWelding
• One touch control – just set the material thickness
and start welding
• Optimizes arc starting and crater fill modes
• Programmable capabilities to store specific jobs
• Microprocessor control of wire speed, current and
voltage adjusts in milliseconds
• Digital arc length control
• Clean spatter-free operation
Systems are available in 320-500 Amp range in both
manual and automation packages.
Digital Perfection...Simply the Best.


FABTECH AWS
November 15-18, 2009 • Chicago, IL
Thermadyne exhibit at
FABTECH AWS featured product
spotlights and videos running
in a continuous loop with island
displays featuring the new Victor
Professional Edge regulator and
Tweco MIG guns.

Pete Anderson is interviewed by reporter in
front of Thermal Arc display.

Joe Mueller, Thermadyne Sales
Marketing VP and Jim Horvath,
Distributor Relations VP engage
in dialogue with attendees on
Victor Product Line Manager Alex Stem is captured show floor.
on video and interviewed about the Edge by reporter
Amanda Carlson of Practical Welding Today TV.

Automation Specialist
Bill Cotten talks to a
distributor on the trade
show floor.

Product Line Manager
Indy Datta is front and
center at Tweco display.

Product Line Managers
Antonio Leon and Alex Stem
prepare Victor Professional
Edge Series regulators for
show hours.

Martin Quinn with Zaki Koura with United Welding
of Jeddah (Saudi Arabia).

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Thermadyne representative Tim Rice visits Automation Partners at
PROMOTION CONTROLS

Todd Ray of Bug O Systems shows how automated Arcair gouging
can work as an automation solution.

Kuka Robotics’ Tim Nacy and Paul Carucci demonstrated Tweco
Robotics and Thermal Arc Synergic Pulse digital welding at the show.


800-426-1888 FAX 800-535-0557
www.victorequip.com

800-238-0282 FAX 800-535-0557
www.turbotorch.com

800-569-0547 FAX 800-535-0557
www.victorequip.com

800-426-1888 FAX 800-535-0557
www.tweco.com

The annual Harris County Youth Expo Welding Contest hosted by
Thermadyne, Red-D-Arc, and Airgas Southwest, features a Youth
800-426-1888 FAX 800-535-0557
Expo welding contest. Shown here are (l to r) three girls from
www.tweco.com Cypress Ridge FFA who participated: Rachel Feinberg, Irene Galvez,
and Gabby Bagnasco. Rachel and Irene are Sophomores, Gabby
is a freshman. All three stayed after school for a month straight to
practice for this contest and get ready for the Harris County Fair.
Their coach/advisor is Lee Matthews. Special Thanks to Thermadyne
800-382-8187 FAX 800-535-0557 Representative Justin Kirby for providing the item for this publication.
www.victormed.com

800-426-1888 FAX 800-535-0557
www.thermal-dynamics.com

800-426-1888 FAX 800-535-0557
www.thermalarc.com

800-426-1888 FAX 800-535-0557
www.stoody.com

866-279-2628 FAX 800-535-0557
www.stoody.com
Q1 2010 Sales Marketing News
Form No. 67-1002

THMD newsltr 2010

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