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    New Microwelder Machine Unlocks New Applications

    New applications are now unlocked (such as health care equipment, EVs, and consumer electronics) with MTI's newest and smallest machine, the Microwelder!

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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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    How Friction Welding Benefits Your Industry, Friction Welding Technologies, Can Your Parts Be Joined?, Low Force Friction Welding

    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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    Whiteboard Wednesday: Understanding Weld Development
    This episode of Whiteboard Wednesday highlights our weld development process and explains why it's critical for a successful part and strong weld.

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    Can My Part Be Joined With Rotary Friction Welding?
    Can my part be joined with rotary friction welding? It's one of the most common questions we receive from prospective customers. In this blog, we will outline some of our qualifications to help you decide whether our technology is right for you!

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    Why Metallurgy Should Be a Priority For Your Next Project
    What is metallurgy... and why does it matter to friction welding? Step inside our in-house metallurgical lab and learn how our evaluations lead to stronger welds!

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    Whiteboard Wednesday: Linear Friction Welding of Blisks
    In this Whiteboard Wednesday video, MTI’s Dan Adams walks us through the linear friction welding process for Bladed Disks, also known as Blisks.

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    Will it Join: Copper and Aluminum
    In the first installment of our "Will it Join" series, we take a look at one of our most popular bimetallic combinations: Copper and Aluminum.

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    MTI at IMTS 2016: Bi-Metallic Friction Welding
    MTI will be talking about Bi-Metallic Friction Welding and how it sets us apart in the joining industry at the 2016 IMTS show in Chicago, IL on Sept. 12-17.

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    Bi-Metallic Friction Welding of Dissimilar Metals
    MTI Dan Adams explains the manufacturing advantages of the bi-metallic friction welding process in this edition of Whiteboard Wednesday.

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