​Bill Herbert, owner of Quality Erectors, was working to grow his fabrication and erection company but was struggling to keep his labor force trained and his machines consistently running.   QEC has a focus on bringing projects in on time and within budget. However, Bill was frequently sending machines out of state to be repaired, causing down time which was costly to his company.  He was also experiencing poor service and support from his gas supplier and was wasting time reconciling invoices and overpaying for gas tanks.  He was putting in the work but not getting the results he needed.  Bill knew he had to improve efficiency, employee training and technology to improve the bottom line to his business.
 
Bill found Earlbeck Gases and wanted to do a Gas Application Audit. Through analyzing his gas usage with his previous supplier, we found that he was overpaying on his cylinder rental bill by having too many cylinders on site that were underutilized. We determined the appropriate number of cylinders QEC should have on hand to help control his costs and better manage his cylinder inventory.
 
Bill also wanted to increase his team's productivity, so we did a Welding Application Analysis to identify if there were any improvements to be made in his team's welding process. Through working with Earlbeck, here are some of the solutions Bill found:
 

• Rather than having to run dozens of feet of cable for quick jobs on railings and rooftops, his welding crew now uses the AccuPocket battery powered portable welders in battery mode. After trying one, he quickly made the investment to outfit all his trucks because they significantly reduced prep work with no sacrifice to welding power or quality of the arc.
• He also invested in a plasma cutter rather than using traditional oxyfuel cutting, which allowed his teams to get their jobs done much faster.
• The traditional gas driven welders had been giving his team issues, so he switched over to our Pioneer Pack, which features a Fronius AccuPocket, and a Honda driven generator. Now, two welders can operate without shore power which doubled his field output.
• Bill switched to gas shielded flux core wire rather than solid wire. This not only allows his team to weld faster with higher deposition rates, and better penetration but also allows him to use a pre-qualified D1.1 welding procedure, which saves thousands of dollars from having to have a custom procedure written.
• Aluminum jobs using spool guns were cumbersome and only could use #1 spools, which stopped the operator frequently to switch out wire. He switched to the TransSteel MIG machines which enables the operator to push .035 aluminum wire up to 15’ without a spool gun.  
• We also now train and certify his welders to make sure they are job ready for any contract or project. 

 
Bill implemented these solutions and transformed his business.    His team is happier now that they have great training and the equipment, they need to do their jobs at a high level.   His bottom line has improved, including reduced expenses on equipment repairs and gas supply.  Bill now has a knowledgeable partner he can rely on to give him the right solutions for his business and help him solve his most difficult problems.   Quality Erector’s partnership with Earlbeck has given Bill time back to focus on leading and growing his business. 

To learn what we can do for your fabrication business, please contact us below.

​​Shielding gases are used while TIG and MIG welding to protect your weld puddle from being exposed to oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen in the atmosphere. These elements can interact with the molten metal and cause defects in your weld. Shielding gasses can also help with arc starting, cleaning, penetration, and arc stability. These gasses play an important role on your finished product as well as your welding experience.

If we had to guess, it would be safe to say that we are all ready for 2021 to come to a complete close. Let’s just fuse the joints and keep burning. 

As we welcome and embrace the new year of 2022, let’s look at the projection for welders, career opportunities, and a few interesting events that have taken place since we began our journey into 2020. Read on more for inspiration for years to come!

​To the current and prospective welders, there will be a shortage of approximately 400,000 welders by 2024. The shortage is so large due to the boomer generation retiring from the industry. Welders can earn approximately $44,000 per year as a median projection and although welding as an industry typically requires certification, the welding career can be achieved with only a GED or High School Diploma regarding formal education. In 2019, there were 438,900 welding jobs available, and with the projected shortage of welders in the field, there will be more opportunities to come.

There have been rumors about automated welding process replacing human welders, but that is not something to worry about. Fortunately for us humans, we can withstand certain conditions; and have the capability to accomplish welding projects that an automated process cannot. There will be opportunities for welders to learn how to operate the automated processes, as they require a welding operator to oversee and control the process. If anything, automated welding processes will provide more diverse opportunity within the industry. 

Here’s a list of some welding career opportunities based on the industry being served, first listing the top five: 

1. Pipe Welding: These welders are in high demand, as they serve the gas, oil, and water utility companies. Welders will need to work on the pipelines carrying these valuable resources. 

2.  Aerospace Welder: This focuses on the equipment and technology used in airplanes. This type of welding is challenging, as there are many different welding processes and applications that are used and may also require off-ground welding. 

3. Military Support: Welding in the military is not much different than civilian welding but requires the typical protocols of being in the military. Example: basic training is required, and it is within the various branches. One perk of pursuing this route is that there is no experience necessary, and the military will train. 

4. Underwater Welding is challenging, as you can imagine. The underwater welder will have to accomplish the task at hand, while also attending to the risks associated with diving and being in the depths of water. 5. Certified Welding Supervisor monitors the welder, welding projects, ensures safety, and inspects the completed project for safety and compliance according to the appropriate code. 

6. Autobody Technician / Custom Car Builders: When vehicles break down, damaged parts will need to be welded for repair, or to cut (remove) and install the appropriate part for a functional vehicle. 

7. Shipbuilding and Repair: Inspects vessels and complete any necessary repair. (This may require travel along with the ship). 

8. Rig Welders (Oil and Construction): This facet of welding is one of the biggest opportunities for welding in the oil and gas industry. Welders save companies significant amounts of dollars by repairing the rigs as they begin to show ware. This is physically demanding, as the welder will need to be on the job for a long period of time. 

9. Jewelry Designer: For the individual that has a desire to create beautiful pieces that are intricate and delicate. They would also repair and resize the jewelry. 

10. Boilermaker: assembles, installs, and repairs boilers or large-scale containers to hold gas or liquids 

Other types of industries for welding are: Industrial Maintenance Welders, Structural Steel Welders, Tool and Die Makers, Sheet Metal, Construction, and Motorsport.

Another recent accomplishment in the industry is the repair of the vintage aircraft called “The Chipmunk DHC-1”, which is named after the Canadian squirrel. This aircraft was a post war vintage aircraft developed in 1946 by De Havilland Aircraft of Canada; and as time moved forward, it was accessible to civilians. Repairing the aircraft was a challenge without the proper technology and sourcing parts was a financial endeavor. There have been many challenges to achieve this repair; and took over two years of research to accomplish since the aircraft is not favorable to the increasing temperatures caused by welding. The technology used is Cold Spray and known as Supersonic Particle Deposition (SPD) which uses either Nitrogen or Helium gas to propel metal particles to the aircraft parts, resulting in bonding of the metal. This process restores the part to its original blueprint dimensions, giving the Chipmunk DHC-1 another chance to soar the skies! 

Earlbeck Gases & Technologies is here to assist in the beginning of your welding journey and offers many different classes to achieve the goal of becoming a welder. It is crucial that we bridge the gap for welders and the industries served to ensure the sustainability of our world. Even though things seem uncertain, the welding world is the complete opposite. May we raise our torches and “toast” to the future that is as bright as the sparks we produce from our torches!

Earlbeck Gases & Technologies Welder Training Trailer is coming to Carroll County on September 15th and September 18th through the Carroll County Business/Employment Resource Center!

The four hour Earlbeck Welding Basics course will be provided at 224 N. Center Street in Westminster within the fully self-contained, 40-foot trailer holding eight welding booths, inverter welding machines, cylinder gases, ventilation, heat, and a 70KW generator. Training will provide introductory welder instruction including weld safety, welding equipment set up, basic welding and operation of MIG, TIG and Stick equipment.
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Students who successfully complete the Welding Basics course may be eligible for further training in an eight-week Fundamentals of Welding course, beginning September 27th from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday through Friday. Individuals interested in the training should call BERC at 410-386-2820 to sign up before August 27th. Space is limited!
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Businesses interested in hiring welding trainees should contact Business Consultant Scott Singleton at 410-386-2521 or ssingleton@carrollcountymd.org

​April is National Welding Month, created by the American Welding Society (AWS) in 1996.
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AWS was established by 20 members of the Wartime Welding Committee, as a non-profit organization after World War I, to globally advance the welding industry. To this day, AWS continues to move the industry forward.
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Being the year 2020, we are in the middle of history. Let us not forget the importance and crucial role that the welding industry plays in our lives locally and globally. Without welding, our world would crumble. There are many key people who discovered, invented, and patented welding technology as it evolved throughout welding history. Some are mentioned below!

​Almost everything you touch and see has been welded. It’s almost like our world wouldn’t even exist if it wasn’t discovered in the Bronze Age more than 5,000 years ago. Welding originated from heating Bronze until melted and then banging it with a hammer to form Gold boxes, as shown to the left.

In the 1800’s, Edmund Davy and Sir Humphrey Davy (cousins) discovered key elements for Arc Welding. Edmund Davy discovered Acetylene in 1836. Sir Humphrey Davy produced the arc between two carbon electrodes using a battery.
 
Although Edmund and Sir Humphrey Davy did not invent welding, they laid the path to the processes we use and see today.

​Auguste De Meritens was a French Electrical Engineer who used an electric arc to weld in 1880. This welding process achieved low temperatures and was not able to penetrate steel. He used a carbon electrode to weld lead plates to manufacture storage batteries.
​De Meritens was known for his magneto-electric generators used in lighthouses and arc lighting. In 1881 he achieved a French Patent for Electric Arc Welding.

No wonder he easily discovered the electric arc, right?

Charles L. Coffin achieved a French patent in 1890 for Arc Welding using a metal electrode. This was the first time that metal melted from the electrode across the arc to deposit filler metal into the joint to make a weld.

In the 1900s, Oscar Kjellberg of Sweden invented the coated electrodes from 1907-1914 by dipping bare iron into thick mixtures of carbonates and silicates, then allowing the coating to dry. Kjellberg was able to achieve a Swedish Patent in 1907.

Fun Fact:
Do you know where the name ESAB came from? Elektriska Svetsnings-Aktiebolaget, which is Swedish for: “Electric Welding Company”
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The 1900’s was the era that included the development of spot welding, seam welding, projection welding, and flash butt welding.

Pictured are models of how the welding processes were used. Some may be familiar to you today.
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During WWI, there was a large demand for weapons and armament. Welders became highly prized tradesmen among the armed forces. During this time, welders were challenged with a gas shortage and used electric arc welding to make bombs, mines, and torpedoes! Welders were also able to accomplish an all-welded hull vessel, called the HMS Fullagar of Great Britain.

​Welding is used high and low, under and above (and beyond). For example, you can weld under water and even in space! The possibilities are endless with welding; and our future is only getting brighter as each arc ignites. To everyone who is reading… Stay well, stay safe, and don’t forget to thank the welder in your life!

Let this article inspire you during this difficult time, to show you that no matter how hard things get, welding will always be in our world to produce, protect, and stimulate our economy.

Earlbeck Gases & Technologies has been around since 1919, leading the way in training tradespeople on emerging welding technologies. We help individuals get ahead in their career without the debt of a traditional 4-year education by introducing them to a critical piece of our economy; welding. 

Welders are needed and AWS projects a shortage of 400,000 welders by 2024. So, let’s get welding- we don’t have time to lose! Show us what you’ve been working on or have already accomplished as a welder. Whether you are just starting out or have been in the industry for decades, we want to see what you’ve been up to!
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Use the hashtag #letsgetwelding #earlbeckwelding #arcflex to show off your work!

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) and Earlbeck Gases and Technologies (Earlbeck) have formalized their longtime training partnership with a memorandum of understanding today to provide students with the training and certification credentials needed to meet the expanding welder workforce opportunities.

"Through this partnership, CSM and Earlbeck will provide education, training, certification and business solutions in welding to the Southern Maryland region. “This type of public-private partnership is valuable for our local employers to ensure we are preparing a skilled workforce that is trained and work-ready to meet the needs of businesses today. This will make our students more employable and ready to work from day one,” said CSM President Dr. Maureen Murphy.

Advancements in materials, processes and equipment make modern welding an increasingly high-tech skill. With an anticipated shortage of about 400,000 welders by 2024 as reported by the American Welding Society, job prospects are good for welders trained in the latest technologies. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, “many employers prefer to hire workers who have been through training or credentialing programs.”

“For several decades, Maryland based welding and manufacturing companies have relied on Earlbeck to provide quality welder training, welder certification and technical expertise.” said Earlbeck’s Vice President of Engineering Andrew Hess. “This training will not only provide job-ready training for new students but also upskill those currently employed, and supporting local businesses with their expanding workforce needs.”

“We are particularly excited as this initiative provides a seamless pathway with highly regarded industry recognition for our students, and this coupled with highly effective industry connections will support students in obtaining jobs,” said Interim Vice President of Continuing Education and Workforce Development Ellen Flowers-Fields.

Another benefit to the Center for Trades and Energy Training Welding Program powered by the Earlbeck Technical Center is that this partnership establishes an AWS Accredited Test Facility (ATF) within CSM’s existing welding space. This program enables a welder who receives an ATF certification to take their credentials to any employer without having to recertify, as well as list them in the AWS National Registry of Certified Welders.

According to CSM’s Executive Director of Workforce Development Kelly Winters, the welding programs offered at the college’s Center for Trades and Energy at the Regional Hughesville Campus were developed several years ago using Earlbeck guidelines.

“Earlbeck is considered a respected industry leader, and even before we formalized this partnership with Earlbeck today we had worked with them over the years to provide curriculum that meets the changing industry needs,” Winters said. The agreement ensures continuous curriculum updating to support students and instructor training and credentialing of CSM faculty.

Hess told those gathered at the signing about the partnership and “magic” that happens between business and education that produces valuable employees.

“Our philosophy is we teach students how to weld, you (the business) teach them your craft whether it is sheet metal, aerospace welding or structural steel. We can provide them with those certifications they need to work at your facility,” Hess said. “That allows us to put together a quick turn-around program that produces quality employees.”

The signing was followed by a tour of the Center for Trades and Energy and CSM’s welding lab. Photos of the event are posted at https://csmphoto.zenfolio.com/earlbeckmou.

About Earlbeck
Recipient of the 2017 American Welding Society and WEMCO “Excellence in Welding Award” in the educational facility category, Earlbeck provides world-class programs, so that their students are job ready at the end of their training. For information about Earlbeck, visit www.earlbeck.com.
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About College of Southern Maryland
The College of Southern Maryland’s Center for Energy and Training provides direct access to specialized training in career fields that have substantial growth potential, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing and construction. CSM offers three tracks to become a certified welder. Located at the Regional Hughesville Campus, the welding lab is fitted with 20 welding booths.
For information about the center, visit https://www.csmd.edu/about/locations/regional-campus/center-for-trades-and-energy-training/. Course registration begins in January. Visit https://www.csmd.edu/programs-courses/non-credit/career-development/construction-and-skilled-trades/Welding for information.

Transcript: Hey everybody, this is AJ with Earlbeck Gases & Technologies coming to ya from York, Pennsylvania at our welder training and certification center!

Today we are going over the Fronius Accupocket 150; it is a battery-operated STICK/TIG welder.  
This welder is 150 amps and RUNS OFF OF BATTERY POWER!

STICK System includes: Electrode holder, ground clamp, charger and case!
This welder will get about 19-20 3/32 rods on a single charge and about 132” of TIG welding.
The system that we have set up today is just the STICK set up.

***They do make one for TIG welding***
TIG setup includes gas solenoid in the back, welder, flow meter, stick and ground clamp as well.

This machine produces true DC current! From a welder’s standpoint, it’s not like welding with anything else - plug it in and go! You can definitely tell a difference in the way that the rod flows as you are welding.
It is lightweight and only 25 lbs and easy to take on/off the job.
Great for mechanical contractors, steel erectors, handrail and farm repairs.
It is durable and only takes 30 mins to charge – kill the battery, plug it in and after 30 mins you are ready to weld!

It sure does beat pulling 100 ft weld lead and ground cable just to do a 15-minute job.

If you have any questions or would like a demo, feel free to give us a call at any of our locations below:

Baltimore, MD (410) 687-8400
York, PA (717) 916-6611
Belstville, MD (301) 937-8884
Moosic, PA (570) 457-8954

Here are important tips on keeping employees, as well as equipment, safe in the workplace.
Think safety, leave safely!
 
Potential Compressed Gas Cylinder Hazards
Compressed gas cylinders can be dangerous, and you need to be aware of the potential hazards and how to stay safe when handling, transporting, and using them.
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The contents within the cylinder can be toxic, flammable, oxidizing, corrosive, or inert; and can cause physical harm, if not handled and stored properly. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), A compressed gas is a gas or mixture within a container. Pressure requirements have an absolute pressure of 40 psi at 70 degrees Fahrenheit or an absolute pressure of exceeding 104 psi at 130 degrees Fahrenheit, or a liquid having a vapor pressure exceeding 40 psi at 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

Here are some things to keep in mind when handling cylinders:
The cylinder can become something very similar to a missile. The valve controls the flow of gas; and if broken, you have lost the ability to manage a safe working environment. If this is not corrected, the potential mishap could be detrimental to employees and your business.
​Have you seen that MythBusters episode? (…It’s fact)  
Click here to check out their experiment.

Compressed gas cylinders can cause explosions, fires, or even deplete a working area of oxygen, if you have a faulty valve or not handling the vessel properly. Always contact your supplier whenever you have concerns about your gas cylinder!

Don’t worry, you do have control over this situation at your facility!
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Always store cylinders upright with a chain or strap to prevent them from falling. Never store cylinders in a cabinet or closed-in area with little ventilation, this promotes a dangerous gas build up if a leak occurs.
If you store cylinders outside, you want to protect them from any extreme heat elements. When storing your cylinders inside, keep Oxygen and Nitrous Oxide at least 20 feet away from flammable gases. If you are tight on space, a high-pressure storage cabinet, with firewall, may be a good option for your company. These types of storage cabinets are engineered to be OSHA and NFPA compliant; and allow you to store oxygen and flammable gases together. Also, use the proper signage over the area where the cylinders are being stored, i.e. Flammable over the acetylene cylinders. Finally, all cylinders that are empty should be tagged and kept separate from ones that are full.

Keep the valves closed when not in use, this is especially important because some gases are inert, such as Helium and Argon (to a welding perspective). If your valve is left open, it will deplete the oxygen within your facility. It can also cause respiratory, eye, and even skin problems without the proper safety gear or plan in place. If you have a leaking valve, you will need to transport the cylinder to a well-ventilated area and call your gas supplier immediately! 

As your gas supplier (or prospective), we have included CGA Cylinder Safety Poster for download on our Resources page, check it out! 

Most accidents occur while a cylinder is being transported or moved.
Proper safety, when transporting cylinders, includes employees being fitted with safety glasses, gloves, and protective footwear. Safety wear should always be a requirement; and be worn whenever handling a cylinder. Use of a cylinder cart, with a chain or strap, instead of rolling or dragging a cylinder to the desired location, is the safest way to relocate a cylinder.  Also, make sure that the person handling the cylinder is physically capable and knowledgeable in cylinder handling. Always remember to close the valve and put the safety cap on when moving the cylinder, even if it is just a small distance away! These tips can help minimize the risks of physical injury, that can be caused by dropping or mishandling a cylinder.
When you need to transport a cylinder by vehicle, you will always want to keep the cylinders upright and strapped in securely during transport. Never ever lay a cylinder on its side, as it can lead to catastrophic damages to your vehicle and major injuries to the driver.

Safety during the use of the cylinders.
Always open the valve by hand if the cylinder is fitted with a hand wheel. If you are unable to open the valve, using a hand wheel, notify your gas supplier to request a replacement. If a tool is needed, leave it in position so the valve can be cut quickly in case of emergency. When releasing the valve, do so slowly. While in use, always keep the cylinder upright and away from sparks, high heat, fire and electrical circuit, as this will help prevent a disaster. Employees must also keep oil and grease away from oxygen cylinders, if the two mix it has the potential of violent reaction.

Even though compressed gas cylinders look sturdy, they are very dangerous! Good safety practices are vital to keeping you and your employees safe. Safety is our goal, why not take advantage of our Free Gas Application Analysis? You can click the "Learn More" button to the right of your screen and one of our gas experts will be there to assist! 
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Here's a step-by-step tutorial on how to load your compressed gas cylinder onto a hand cart.
                              Special thanks to Matt Myers in Shipping and Receiving for the demonstration!
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Let’s flux about it…
 
You’ve decided to make a repair; you have your soldering gun or brazing torch ready to go, but it hits you! “I don’t have any flux!”
Not to worry, we will help you choose what flux is right for you, but first you will know the difference between the applications.
 
 “What’s the difference between soldering and brazing?”
The American Welding Society (AWS) defines brazing as a process which involves a filler metal that turns to liquid above 842 degrees Fahrenheit (450 degrees Celsius). Brazing applications are a mechanically strong joint. You would typically see this application being used in the automotive industry, for jet engines and in HVAC. You may not know, but your cookware and utensils are also put together using this application. Did you ever wonder how your cookware was so durable? Probably not, but it’s still good to know!

Soldering also involves a filler metal but turns to liquid below 842 degrees Fahrenheit (450 degrees Celsius). This makes the joint electrically strong and can withstand any electric currents running through. If you are soldering any type of electronics, you will need to keep in mind that the temperature needs to stay below 842 degrees Fahrenheit so that your electronics don’t burn up. Yikes! 
Since soldering has a lower processing temperature, the joint is not as strong, compared to the brazing application. This is sometimes the most desirable application, because it has a lower liquidus state compared to brazing.

Of course, always follow your procedure or spec sheet for the proper application for every job!
 
Now we know the difference between the applications, but we need something else to complete the job. “We need flux!”

“What is flux?”
Flux is a chemical cleaning agent, flowing agent, or purifying agent. Flux is used in extracting and joining metals and is crucial to promote melting of the filler metal.
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“Do I even need flux?”
Yes. It is imperative to use flux for the following reasons:

1. Removes oxides from metals to be joined (you will still need to clean your metals prior to application).
2. Prevents oxidation after completion.
3. Improves “wetting out” characteristics and heat transfer, which allows the filler metal to flow and not ball up.

“What type of flux do I need?”
There are many options available, but they all have their advantages and disadvantages.  You will have to take many variables into consideration, before you grab the nearest flux on the shelf. Not all flux is created equal!
Here are the things you need to know, in order to find the right flux for the job:

• Application
• Process
• Type of metals to be joined
• Filler metal
• Thickness
• Diameter of filler metal
• Desired appearance/cleanliness
• Any additional information that is relevant for the job

​You will have choices when it comes to the type of flux you will need. Here are some types that are out there:

• Flux coated filler metals
• Rosin core solders
• Powder
• Liquid
• Paste
• Gel
• Flux that is “injected” into the flame from the fuel supply

 
 Solder Fluxes:
No Clean Flux- Residue, if any, is minimal and will “vanish” from the heat produced. If residue needs to be removed, it will require solvent cleaning. It’s very hard to remove and could become an issue because it can interfere with electronics. The residue left behind from the flux is conductive.                  Typical primary ingredient: Isopropanol

Rosin Flux- The reaction between the flux and the metallic oxides on the joint metals make the flux flow easily and provides the cleaning required to “wet” the joint. Rosin flux becomes inert when cooled and solid. If electronics heat up enough to make the residue liquid, the acid can start deteriorating connections. Residue can be removed with alcohol. Typical primary ingredient: Rosin (tree sap)

Water Soluble Flux/Organic- Highly acidic and corrosive. Residue should always be removed when complete. Clean with water, steam, or water-based cleaning product. Typical primary ingredient: Isopropanol
 
Brazing Fluxes: 
General Purpose Powder Flux- Active range 1400-2200 degrees Fahrenheit. Use with low fuming Bronze, Nickel Silver, Copper base alloys, Steel and Cast Iron. This is the same flux that is coated on flux Bronze. Typical primary ingredient: Boric acid, Borax

White Flux- Low temperature (1050-1600 degrees Fahrenheit) silver brazing. This flux is used with most ferrous and non-ferrous metals and not recommended on Aluminum, Magnesium, or Titanium. Typical primary ingredient: Boric acid, potassium fluorohydroborate

Black Flux- High temperature (1050-1800 degrees Fahrenheit) silver brazing. Used on heavy parts where overheating or prolonged heating may occur. This flux is recommended when brazing stainless steels. Residue can be more difficult to remove.
​Typical primary ingredients: Boric acid, potassium fluorohydroborate.

Aluminum Flux- A powdered flux designed for use with aluminum alloys (915-1115 degrees Fahrenheit). You can apply this by sprinkling on dry, mixed with water or alcohol to form a paste. Typical ingredients: potassium chloride, sodium chloride.

Flux Injected in Flame- This flux is introduced into the fuel gas and passed through flame. This increases strength, reduced filler metal consumption, minimal post braze cleaning, quicker braze times, increased penetration, and can cut costs by 40%.
Typical primary ingredient: Trimethyl borate.

Hybrid Fluxes- Some manufacturers have hybrid fluxes available for difficult applications. Brown fluxes have been tested to work like black flux, but easier to remove residue.
 
Although there is no “silver bullet” when choosing the appropriate flux, you may find that multiple types of flux are needed but testing and evaluating may be required for best results. Please contact an Earlbeck Gases & Technologies Representative to help determine the best flux for your job!