A welding positioner is a device that rotates around a 360° spin that allows a welder to stand in one position and constantly work on a level surface. It adds comfort for the welder who must perform on odd shaped parts, such as tubular pipelines. Welding positioners prevent worker fatigue and increase productivity due to the lack of worker movement that is necessary to complete a job. This method also tends to provide consistently high-quality welds since no overhead or vertical runs are involved.
At Mitrowski Welding Equipment, we deliver new and used welding positioners that provide increased comfort for the welder, allowing for increased weld precision on complex jobs. Mitrowski welding positioners increase productivity and are available with a wide range of capabilities, from basic functions to more advanced positioning applications.
Contact us for more information regarding our used and new welding positioners, as well as available welding positioner rental options. You can also call us at 713-943-8032 and we can assist you with any questions that you may have.
How Does a Welding Positioner Function?
Welding positioners effectively operate by gripping onto a pipe joint or valve and rotates the workpiece, as needed, so the welder can continuously weld a joint in a flat position with no break in the process. This enables the welder to keep the weld puddle in joint, instead of having to maneuver the torch or electrode-holder.
Welding positioners are practical for increasing welding deposition rates and reducing rejection rates because they allow better accessibility of the welding seam on the pipeline. A welding gripper or welding positioner assists the operator in welding at faster speeds than are possible with a manual or semiautomatic welding setup.
How to Properly use a Welding Positioner?
When operating a welding positioner, safety is always the top priority. It is important to ensure you’re your welding positioner is always secure to a flat, stable surface. Benchtop welding positioners should be secured as well.It is also important to check the manufacturer specifications for your welding positioner. The motor and control are based on the size and speed required for the welder to perform, and the manufacturer’s specifications will inform you whether the welding positioner can handle the operation you need to perform.
A ground current should also be connected to the positioner during welding. Without it, electrical parts can be damaged. You should also make sure that the positioner is compatible with the electric current produced by the welding process.
Welding Positioner Weight Capacities
Depending on your specific needs, Mitrowski Welding can provide you with a welding positioner that suits your weight capacity requirements. Our inventory of welding positioners is available in a range of sizes from bench top models that hold up to 100 lbs., to much larger machines that can support up to 400,000 lbs.New, Used, Reconditioned & Rental Welding Positioners
Mitrowski Welding sells new, used, and reconditioned welding positioners from all major brands and in a range of sizes. Our service department can add features and components such as foot pedals, remote hand pendants, gripper chucks, outboard supports, and matching tailstocks to fully customize your unit.Rental Welding Positioners
Do you need equipment for a one-time-only welding project? Do you have your own welding equipment, but need something extra to help you complete a big and/or difficult project? If your welding needs don’t merit purchasing equipment, Mitrowski Welding offers a variety of rental welding positioners. The top welding positioner brands that we rent and sell include: Our rental welding equipment is a cost-effective way to improve your welding capabilities and increase efficiency. We offer top quality equipment at reasonable rates, as well as a Rent-to-Own program. Contact us today to rent welding positioners or other equipment for your project or give us a call at 713-943-8032.Contact Mitrowski Welding Equipment for Premium Quality Welding Positioners
Mitrowski Welding also carries a variety of welding equipment for sale or rent.
Contact us for more information on our top of the line new and used weld positioners, or contact our rental department for more information on our welding positioner rental opportunities.
