WOW! all that new technology there to look at and ask questions. i bet it was a blast! the plasma tables are my newest interest. so many parts to make with each build. it would be a huge time saver for me.
It was a good time, for sure. Next year will be in Chicago, I believe. Plasma tables are a game changer, even some of the budget friendly ones aren't too bad.
I haven’t gone to this for years. I keep saying I’m going to go back, but I’ve become lazy about it after Covid. Love my Siegmund. The problem is that I HAVE to keep going back to Quantum for more things. I was forced into making a large four foot wide by six foot high roll around two sided panel to hold all the junk I’ve been buying from them and Fireball. Just wish they’d stop sending three of four catalogs with every order. Did you get a chance to hang with any of the guys? I used to do that. A lot of fun.
@@TimWelds the stuff is the big thing. It seems, these days, that with computers in all the better machines, that new features come out almost every year from the smaller players, while the big ones wait for a three year cycle, or so. It reminds me of the digital camera makers. When I was still in the business and they sent me equipment to test, the manuals kept getting bigger. I told them that many of the features were either unnecessary or too confusing for most leopards. But they said that it was a race as buyers wanted features they couldn’t actually use, but were there. The same thing for welders. Frankly, many of those new waveforms are essentially useless, but they cost nothing to add. I’ve had my 205 for years now and I’ll wait until something actually helpful comes out before I upgrade. Meanwhile, the fixturing is actually very helpful. I wish a lot of that was available when I began over 50 years ago. It didn’t seem like it then, because we did what we had to, as always. But thinking back on it, it now seems like a nightmare.
You were at fabtech?! no way - thats too cool! I always like to keep eye out for youtubers even tho I don't bother them or approach. Can't believe I didnt catch you :( maybe in 25 or 26 at chicago/vegas. Arcdroid is awesome and I really want to get one.
The rapid advancement of battery welders is a small but growing part of my hesitation in buying a remote welding setup. I've toyed with the ideas of low-end engine-driven, and with welder+generator options ... seems battery might overtake them soon.
The level of mayhem that could be achieved with a portable battery powered welder is unquantifiable.
Thanks Tim, really appreciate the concise and well edited highlight reel-nicely done. Lots of interesting stuff!!
WOW! all that new technology there to look at and ask questions. i bet it was a blast! the plasma tables are my newest interest. so many parts to make with each build. it would be a huge time saver for me.
It was a good time, for sure. Next year will be in Chicago, I believe. Plasma tables are a game changer, even some of the budget friendly ones aren't too bad.
I am a rep for Electron Powder Coating. We were in the finishing area, stop by next year if your out.
Thanks, Tim! Your opinions and insights mean a lot.
Looked like a load of fun ,aspecialy the lazer wlder,thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones
It was my first FABTECH too much cool things there I don’t think I got to see half of everything I wanted to. Good time 👍
I haven’t gone to this for years. I keep saying I’m going to go back, but I’ve become lazy about it after Covid. Love my Siegmund. The problem is that I HAVE to keep going back to Quantum for more things. I was forced into making a large four foot wide by six foot high roll around two sided panel to hold all the junk I’ve been buying from them and Fireball. Just wish they’d stop sending three of four catalogs with every order. Did you get a chance to hang with any of the guys? I used to do that. A lot of fun.
I did get to meet up with a lot of people which is my main reason for going, but I do enjoy checking out all the stuff.
@@TimWelds the stuff is the big thing. It seems, these days, that with computers in all the better machines, that new features come out almost every year from the smaller players, while the big ones wait for a three year cycle, or so. It reminds me of the digital camera makers. When I was still in the business and they sent me equipment to test, the manuals kept getting bigger. I told them that many of the features were either unnecessary or too confusing for most leopards. But they said that it was a race as buyers wanted features they couldn’t actually use, but were there. The same thing for welders. Frankly, many of those new waveforms are essentially useless, but they cost nothing to add. I’ve had my 205 for years now and I’ll wait until something actually helpful comes out before I upgrade. Meanwhile, the fixturing is actually very helpful. I wish a lot of that was available when I began over 50 years ago. It didn’t seem like it then, because we did what we had to, as always. But thinking back on it, it now seems like a nightmare.
I like the Detroit Weld pistol grip oxy./acetylene torch. It definitely save on gases.
You were at fabtech?! no way - thats too cool! I always like to keep eye out for youtubers even tho I don't bother them or approach. Can't believe I didnt catch you :( maybe in 25 or 26 at chicago/vegas. Arcdroid is awesome and I really want to get one.
The rapid advancement of battery welders is a small but growing part of my hesitation in buying a remote welding setup. I've toyed with the ideas of low-end engine-driven, and with welder+generator options ... seems battery might overtake them soon.
I was there Sorry I missed seeing you!
I dont even weld but i found this very interesting. Larry
I wonder when the price ***AND SAFETY*** of laser welders will compete with existing options for a home shop ... might be sooner than we think.
I want to learn more about welding please 🥺
Kid in a candy store.
There's a lot of cool stuff, for sure!
El paraíso de los soldadores