A client contacted THE LAB at Ambrell because they needed to heat a block of Haynes nickel alloy from 600 ºF (316 ºC) to 1600 ºF (871 ºC) in order to collect data on the crack growth rate for an aerospace application. THE LAB determined that an Ambrell EASYHEAT^® 2.4 kW, 150-400 kHz induction heating power supply with a single position four-turn helical coil would meet the requirements of this aerospace testing application.

Wichita State University’s (WSU) National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) announced the addition of a new technology to its Automated Technologies Laboratory for Aerospace Systems (ATLAS): a fully integrated thermoplastic welding system. The new thermoplastic welding (fusion bonding) system features in-process inspections and closed-loop controls for continuous welds using an industrial robot. An Ambrell induction heating system is part of the welding system. Learn more on WSU's website.

A client from the aerospace industry came to THE LAB at Ambrell looking to upgrade their current induction system. The application involved brazing a steel assembly. They liked induction's speed and repeatability, but wanted to take advantage of the latest induction technology. Consequently, they turned to THE LAB to prove out their process on a modern Ambrell induction heating system.

Ambrell will be exhibiting at the South Carolina Aerospace Industry Conference and Exposition once again this year. The exhibition will take place October 9-10 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in Columbia, SC. The event will feature a technical symposium, networking, and of course an exhibition.