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    Eyes of an Engineer

    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 Posibillities 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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    MTI Sets Sights on NASA's Artemis Mission
    South Bend-based Manufacturing Technology, Inc. will play a role in future space missions, including sending astronauts to Mars in the 2030s.

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    The Friction Welding Dictionary
    Want to be a friction welding expert? Check out some of the most popular terms in the world of solid-state joining and start welding them into your vocabulary!

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    How Can Low Force Friction Welding Improve The Automotive Industry?
    How can Low Force Friction Welding benefit the automotive industry? We take a look at some applications that could see the biggest improvements.

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    Simplicity, Efficiency, and Peace of Mind: The Story Behind SPARTAN
    We help customers get the most out of their processes and manufacturing output by integrating standard direct drive friction welding machines to supplement their lean manufacturing strategies.

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