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    MTI Services, News & Updates, Friction Welding -- The Basics

    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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    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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    How Can MTI Work With My Budget to Fit My Needs?

    One of the biggest benefits of working with MTI is our ability to sculpt your project to meet your budget - an especially important benefit after the challenging year of 2020.

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    A Look Back at 2020's Highlights
    MTI looks back at all of its accomplishments in 2020 that are helping pave the way to a strong start for 2021.

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    Friction Welding for Electric Vehicles
    Friction Welding has the potential of helping revolutionize the electric vehicle market by offering a process that promotes lighter parts, watertight seals and increased efficiency.

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    5 Ways Friction Welding Has Helped the Oil & Gas Industry
    Friction welding offers critical benefits to the oil and gas industry – and MTI is leading the way in designing unique solutions for the industry!

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    MTI and EWI Involved In DOE Research Project
    MTI will take part in a research project from the DOE that focuses on joining dissimilar metals through friction welding.

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    MTI Adjusts Safety Protocols Amid COVID-19 Concerns
    In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and orders from Indiana's governor, MTI is making changes to the way we're handling business in the near future.

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    Friction Welded Parts Are All Around Us
    Whether you travel by plane, train, car, or electric vehicle, you're always within reach of a component that's been friction welded. Discover the items you use every day that feature friction welded components.

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    Friction Welding for Fitness Applications
    Lift, curl, drop, repeat. Barbells go through a lot of wear and tear in the gym... but friction welding can greatly increase their durability and safety!

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    MTI's Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
    While MTI is committed to business amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic, we are adhering to many restrictions to help keep our employees and customers safe.

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    Eliminate machine downtime by investing in a Preventative Maintenance Package
    Avoid costly downtime and production interruptions by investing in an MTI Preventative Maintenance Package for your friction welding machine!

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