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    Whiteboard Wednesday: Rotary Friction Welding VS Electron Beam Welding

    This episode of Whiteboard Wednesday will explain the differences between Friction Welding and, arguably, one of its biggest competitors: Electron Beam Welding.

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    2021: A Year in Review for MTI

    Take a look at the wins MTI is celebrating in their 2021 year in review and how they plan to spring forward into 2022!

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    Whiteboard Wednesday: Low Force Friction Welding for Dissimilar Metals

    This episode of Whiteboard Wednesday explains how bimetallic applications could be further optimized with Low Force Friction Welding!

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    Whiteboard Wednesday: Low Force and Small-Scale Joining
    This episode of Whiteboard Wednesday gives you a glimpse at the capabilities of our microwelder, which is a Low Force Friction Welding machine capable of welding some of the smallest parts available!

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    Eyes of an Engineer: Finding a Home at MTI
    In part nine of MTI's Eyes of an Engineer series, we sit down with Sarah Sahib, a software engineer who helps bring MTI's friction welding machines to life!

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    Case Study: Low Force Friction Welding for Automotive
    Seeking a joining process that would produce a smaller flash formation, one automotive company worked with MTI to find a new process for their tubular applications.

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    The Limitless Possibilities of MTI's Model 400 Friction Welder
    MTI's Model 400 is the largest rotary friction welder available for contract friction welding. Explore all the possibilities for your project!

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    MTI's LF35-75 Linear Friction Welder: A Closer Look
    What is the LF35-75 and how can it benefit your project? Check out this blog to explore some of this machine's unique features.

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    Eyes of an Engineer: Don't Fear Change & Never Stop Moving
    In part eight of MTI's Eyes of an Engineer series, we sit down with Sarah Wiseman, who oversees the software programming team!

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    Contract Friction Welding for Small-Batch Part Runs
    As more automakers shift to electric vehicles, they can trust MTI's contract friction welding team to take care of their existing combustion engine part joining needs.

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    Why Is Part Geometry Important in Friction Welding?
    Why is part geometry such an important aspect of friction welding? Learn how shapes and sizes can make all the difference in your next project!

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    A Step-By-Step Guide to MTI's Weld Development Process
    What is weld development and why do you need it?

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