Jashley73
Titanium
- Joined
- Jan 24, 2013
- Location
- Louisville, KY
My employer is quoting an assembly job that includes welding of two cylindrical parts together via Electron Beam Welding.
I had not heard of EBW before this project, and am totally confused.
We've received a quote for contract-welding services & the welding machine. Around $85 per weld (assembly), and roughly $1.6m for the equipment with an 18month ROI. Just FYI, this is for an assembly that would fit in a 10x10x10" box, and weights less that 50 lbs.
I was staggered by the costs. No way our company would sign a contract for either without competitive bids.
Does anyone have experience with any reputable companies they could recommend, either for EBW contract services, and/or machinery?
At this point we're open to consider either option. Contract welding requires more careful logistical planning & costs, and concerns about preventing rust during shipping, while leaving the parts dry & oil-free for the welding equipment. Purchasing the equipment would require someone getting certified in the welding/inspection, and learning all that comes with performing the welds in-house.
Any advice, recomendations are appreciated. Thank you.
I had not heard of EBW before this project, and am totally confused.
We've received a quote for contract-welding services & the welding machine. Around $85 per weld (assembly), and roughly $1.6m for the equipment with an 18month ROI. Just FYI, this is for an assembly that would fit in a 10x10x10" box, and weights less that 50 lbs.
I was staggered by the costs. No way our company would sign a contract for either without competitive bids.
Does anyone have experience with any reputable companies they could recommend, either for EBW contract services, and/or machinery?
At this point we're open to consider either option. Contract welding requires more careful logistical planning & costs, and concerns about preventing rust during shipping, while leaving the parts dry & oil-free for the welding equipment. Purchasing the equipment would require someone getting certified in the welding/inspection, and learning all that comes with performing the welds in-house.
Any advice, recomendations are appreciated. Thank you.