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    Which Friction Welding Technology Is Best For Your Next Aerospace Project?
    Which friction welding technology is the best fit for your aerospace or astrospace application? We break down each method and explain which part best matches each technology.

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    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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    EWI and MTI to Cooperate in Technology Development of Low Force Friction Welding
    Manufacturing Technology, Inc. (MTI) and EWI are pleased to announce collaborative work to develop MTI's newest solid-state joining technology, Low Force Friction Welding.l

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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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    3 Ways MTI's Double Axle Machine Improves Axle Production
    MTI's Double Ended Axle machine uses the latest advanced Rotary Friction Welding technology to eliminate slow, manual part load. Here are 3 ways this friction welding machine improves axle production for the automotive industry.

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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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    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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    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
    In this blog, we explain what a weld development is and why 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 NASA's Artemis program. It aims to send the first woman and next man to the moon by 2024.

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