MENU ENGLISH Home News News archive INDUCTION HEATING NEWS 13.10.21 New Compact Weldac takes industry by storm Since its introduction in May of last year, EFD Induction’s new Compact Weldac high-frequency induction welder has made a huge impact in the tube and pipe industry. But, to what exactly does this welder owe its success? READ MORE 30.09.21 Making wind power even greener Have a look at EFD Induction’s latest video to see all the different solutions we offer the wind power industry. READ MORE 01.09.21 Remote commissioning The introduction of EFD Induction’s new digital control system early last year has proven to be timely. As Covid-19 continues to complicate travel plans, the ability to perform remote commissioning is invaluable. READ MORE 08.08.21 Code red for the climate The IPCC has issued its starkest warning yet, saying major climate changes are inevitable and irreversible. However, there is still hope that deep cuts in emissions of greenhouse gases could stabilise rising temperatures – if the world acts fast. EFD Induction is doing their part to help. READ MORE 16.07.21 Italian ice cream with induction brazing Italians are famous for their delicious gelato, but what has that got to do with induction brazing? READ MORE 01.06.21 The sustainable choice The highly efficient Compact Weldac sets you up for a green and profitable future. READ MORE 31.05.21 Maximum flexibility at low cost EFD Induction is proud to announce a new generation of vertical hardening machines: The Hard-Line M - a modular hardening machine designed for the future. READ MORE 01.03.21 Record orders from booming green energy market With almost a quarter of last year’s order intake from windmill applications, EFD Induction has established itself as the world’s leading supplier of heating solutions for the renewable energy sector. Our induction technology is a valuable contribution to a resilient, digital and green recovery of the economy after the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE 14.01.21 What role has induction technology played in the promotion of green wind power? Oil crisis… energy crunch… global warming. All of us are aware of the need to find sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. One of the most promising alternatives is wind. READ MORE 09.12.20 Small steps—huge impact We all want to help the environment. But it can be tough deciding where to start. One small but important step is the change from gas or arc heating to induction heating. It’s good for workers’ environments, too. READ MORE 06.12.20 To combat global warming, we suggest a lot more intense heat Solar panels. Giant wind turbines. Electric cars, buses and trains. Amid the alarming newspaper headlines it’s easy to forget that technology is actually fighting back against global warming. A crucial weapon in that fight is induction heating. READ MORE 02.11.20 High productivity with Weldac at SRM mill Borusan Mannesmann reports high productivity on their new stretch reducing pipe mill with EFD Induction 750kW tube welder. READ MORE 20.10.20 The benefits of induction brazing Quality, speed, precision and safety, as well as cost and energy savings, are only a few of the numerous advantages of using eco-friendly induction heating for brazing jobs. READ MORE 05.10.20 First trade show after the lockdown For the first time this year, the international metal machine tool industry will be able to meet again. BI-MU in Milan will go ahead as planned in October. READ MORE 18.08.20 EHE Consumables are linking in EFD Induction subsidiary, EHE Consumables, are proud to announce the launch of their new page on LinkedIn. “We look forward to connecting with our friends and customers and all others who are interested in what we have to offer,” says Sales & Marketing Director, Peter Bond. READ MORE 25.05.20 Compact Weldac for induction welding EFD Induction’s new Compact Weldac isn’t just the most compact tube welder on the market, it is also the smartest, most efficient and eco-friendly – with low costs to boot. READ MORE 11.05.20 Tube welding: Simple arithmetic If you’re in the market for a new solid-state tube welder, it will pay off to do the math on the new Compact Weldac. READ MORE 24.03.20 A small revolution in induction welding Sometimes, big things come in small packages, or, as in the case of the new Compact Weldac, in a small cabinet. Less than 1300 millimeters tall, this high-output solid-state welder uses minimal space while yielding a lot of power. READ MORE 23.03.20 Operation during the corona crisis Despite challenges with governmental lockdowns in India and Malaysia, EFD Induction is able to maintain its operation and service level READ MORE 05.03.20 New EHE Consumables website for induction welding equipment EHE Consumables in the US and in Europe have joined forces online. The new common website for their global business provides comprehensive information about their wide range of products. READ MORE 01.02.20 The New Generation Minac: Digital to the core EFD Induction has always been at the forefront of technological development and with our new fully digital control system, we are prepared for the future. READ MORE 29.01.20 Induction technology on track The unrivaled accuracy, control and efficiency of induction heating makes it ideal for key tasks in the manufacture and maintenance of rolling stock and rails. READ MORE 19.12.19 Taking care of your coil needs The expert workshop team at EFD Induction Sweden is ready to help you get the most out of your induction heating equipment with customized coils made especially for you. READ MORE 17.11.19 Flood relief Our colleagues in India are always eager to help people in need. This time they have taken on the largest aid project yet – helping the flood affected people of North Karnataka. READ MORE 18.10.19 Extremely fast induction preheating A world-leading automotive supplier has bought a Sinac induction heating system for steel pump housing production. Less than a second of heating does the job. READ MORE 01.10.19 Heated interest at Alihankinta The number-one industrial fair in Finland was once again a big success for EFD Induction Sweden. READ MORE 01.10.19 Higher production in smaller space - induction tube welding After investing in an EFD Induction Weldac welder, Sperrin Trading Services Ltd (STS) in Northern Ireland has been able to increase their production output and free up valuable space. READ MORE 25.09.19 Induction heating is ideal for the railway industry The Minac – EFD Induction’s mobile induction heating equipment – is so well suited for key tasks in the maintenance of rolling stock that one of the largest European railway service companies has purchased no less than ten and are considering investing in even more. READ MORE 20.09.19 The world’s fastest and most flexible horizontal hardening machine The HardLine Hybrid combines a pusher machine (HP) and a continuous loading machine (HC) into one single machine. READ MORE 10.09.19 New Managing Director at EFD Induction Sweden Experience and enthusiasm are the two main characteristics of Anders Karlsved, the new MD at EFD Induction Sweden. A definite people person, he is looking forward to working with his new team mates and new customers. READ MORE 20.08.19 Induction hardening and annealing in the textile industry Hard metal is not the first thing that comes to mind when you put on a lovely, delicate garment but making the fibres soft and fluffy requires sharp, hard steel. READ MORE 04.08.19 Lower losses with SiC transistors Whereas some Silicon Carbide transistors are less short circuit resilient, EFD Induction use a type which is just as rugged as IGBTs and provides higher efficiency as well as less energy consumption. READ MORE 20.05.19 Preheating saves lives Testing airbag inflators by preheating them guarantees the stability of this high-pressure safety device. READ MORE 03.05.19 Tube boiler extraction Have you enjoyed a sweet snack today? If so, there is a good chance that the sugar came from Brazil, where EFD Induction is now offering their service and equipment rental to sugarcane mills. Our Minacs are the ideal tool for changing the tube connections on boilers. READ MORE 11.04.19 Helping the Russian shipbuilding industry EFD Induction Russia are sharing their assistance and knowhow as Russian shipyards are taking steps to revitalize their technology and equipment. READ MORE 10.04.19 Glowing ball versus ice How long does it take for a glowing steel ball to melt through a 20-centimetre-thick block of ice? READ MORE 02.04.19 EFD Induction Weldac chosen for 16 inch mill For SSAB Europe, the key factors for choosing an EFD Induction tube welder were smaller footprint, new advanced technology with a five-year guarantee on inverter modules and a high-power factor at any welder power level. READ MORE 03.03.19 Induction power supports prestigious powerhouse Powerhouse Telemark is set to become one of the world's most spectacular and energy efficient buildings. Construction began in September, with a little help from EFD Induction Norway. READ MORE 24.06.18 New EFD Induction multipurpose pistol handgrip EFD Induction aims to leave the competition behind with their new trigger controlled handgrip, which is a future oriented device for multiple uses. READ MORE 26.05.18 Product launch: Paint and specialty coating removal system EFD Induction launches a high-tech system that rapidly strips paint and tough, high-build coatings. READ MORE 25.05.18 Marcegaglia installed a new EFD Induction WELDAC In August 2017, Marcegaglia UK installed a new EFD Induction 400kW WELDAC high frequency tube welding system on the largest pipe mill at their UK Dudley plant. READ MORE 08.04.18 Tata Steel invests in EFD Induction Weldacs across European plants The excellent reliability, efficiency and robustness of the EFD Induction Weldacs make these solid-state tube welders a solid investment indeed. READ MORE 03.03.18 Introducing SiC transistors “After comprehensive testing of a range of different types of transistors, EFD Induction is now ready to introduce Silicon Carbide transistors in some of our high frequency, solid-state welders”, says Global Sales Director for Tube and Pipe, Peter Runeborg. READ MORE 03.01.18 Customised solutions is our speciality Leading wire and cable industry association the IWMA has welcomed EFD Induction as a new member. READ MORE 03.09.17 Induction heating : Aluminum-brazing operations are essential when making air conditioning systems. Bjørn Røsvik, Section Manager for Standardized Systems at EFD Induction, explains why induction heating is the superior technology when brazing aluminum for air conditioning systems. READ MORE 22.03.15 EFD Induction lands induction coil order from Voith Hydro AB EFD Induction has received a contract from Voith Hydro AB for the supply of 12 induction coils.The coils will be used for induction brazing applications during the construction of a new hydropower dam. READ MORE 22.03.15 Welder upgrade improves total harmonic distortion EFD Induction has announced that its lower-power Weldac welders will feature an option for a 12-pulse diode rectifier. READ MORE 22.03.15 induction scanning systems for the hardening of sun gears EFD Induction USA has recently won major orders from two American tier-one automotive suppliers. The orders involve EFD Induction ‘HardLine’ type induction scanning systems for the hardening of sun gears and output shafts. READ MORE 22.03.15 Major European pipe maker orders 750 kW ‘Weldac’ One of the largest tube and pipe manufacturers in Europe has selected EFD Induction to design, build and install a single-cabinet 750 kW / 200 kHz ‘Weldac’welder. READ MORE 22.03.14 EFD Induction expertise used for bridge repair EFD Induction Norway has fixed a local historical bridge. The bridge was built in 1957 and is equipped with two motors. READ MORE 21.03.12 Blue Wave uses induction heating for production of rigging hardware A heating solution based on EFD Induction’s Minac induction heating system has succeeded in improving output for Blue Wave, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of rigging hardware for the marine, architectural and industrial markets. READ MORE 21.03.12 Major chain hardening orders in China EFD Induction has landed three large induction hardening orders from China’s coal mining industry. The orders involve hardening and tempering lines for 5-60mm diameter chain. The systems are being constructed at EFD Induction facilities in Norway and China. READ MORE 21.03.12 Ekornes uses induction heating to braze steel support bars Ekornes, the largest furniture maker in the Nordic countries, uses an EFD Induction mobile ‘Minac’ converter to braze steel support bars in their sofas. READ MORE 21.03.11 Inline T-beam straightening ESAB, the world-renowned welding and cutting specialist, has ordered an EFD Induction Minac 50/80 Twin for one of its ESAB IT-100 automatic T-beam welding machines. READ MORE 21.03.11 Differences between scanning and single-shot induction hardening. There are two alternative methods of induction hardening: conventional ‘scanning hardening’, and the less common ‘single-shot hardening’. It is sometimes the case that workpiece characteristics determine which method must be used . READ MORE 21.03.11 Induction opens doors for Libra-Plast EFD Induction has developed an innovative door straightening solution for Libra-Plast, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of bulkhead doors, hatches and containers for the maritime industry. READ MORE 21.03.11 Safe heating for ‘Safe Concordia’ Mobile induction heating equipment from EFD Induction was recently used to help repair a steel bulkhead on the ‘Safe Concordia’ accommodation and support platform, currently being towed to Brazil to start a contract for Petrobras. READ MORE 21.03.11 Induction hardening system for valve specialist Basso Argentina-based automotive valve manufacturer Basso A.S. has ordered a vertical hardening system from EFD Induction. READ MORE 20.03.11 Induction heating: Copper brazing Two of Europe’s leading power generation technology companies recently placed repeat orders for EFD Induction’s mobile Minac Twin systems. The first, ANDRITZ HYDRO, involves a Minac 25/40 Twin. READ MORE 20.03.11 EFD Induction lands major hardening orders from ZF A major technology shift towards electric motor steering systems are key factors behind a series of major orders from ZF. READ MORE 20.03.10 US breakthrough for new Terac EFD Induction recently delivered one of its new generation Terac 25 induction straightening systems to Keppel AmFELS in Brownsville, Texas. READ MORE 19.03.10 What is important when designing induction coils? Correctly designed and built induction coils are absolutely critical for successful, cost-effective induction heating. In fact, designing and testing coils is often the process with the longest lead time when devising an induction heating solution. READ MORE 19.03.10 State-of-the-art Sinac for state-of-the-art Eibach The next time you watch a Formula One race on TV, you can be sure that most of the cars on the track are equipped with suspension springs from Eibach. READ MORE 19.03.10 Induction heating: Pre-heating steel strands Belgium-based steel wire specialists ArcelorMittal Fontaine has bought an EFD Induction Sinac induction generator for pre-heating steel strands. The Sinac is a low- frequency 200 kW model. READ MORE 19.03.10 The Italian job Venice, home to Piazza San Marco, the Rialto Bridge... and a rather interesting bolt expansion job on a steam turbine. READ MORE 19.03.10 Weldac impresses at Chinese event Dozens of high-level representatives from China’s tube and pipe industry recently attended a special technical seminar hosted by EFD Induction in Shanghai. READ MORE 20.03.09 Final link for Czech chain hardening project Based in the Czech Republic, Retezárna is a major European chain producer. And helping the company compete in the global marketplace are three complete EFD Induction hardening lines. READ MORE 20.03.09 40% boost in productivity. And that’s just the tip of the story. KOMET Precision Tools of Bangalore, India had an interesting challenge. Could we devise a solution that increased productivity, while simultaneously ensuring even better and more consistent quality? READ MORE 20.03.09 Hothead Over the years EFD Induction solutions have been used to make everything from bras to spaceships. But even we were impressed by the creativity shown by artist Paul Fryer in his use of our technology. READ MORE 20.03.09 Induction heating for brazing of high-grade banjo fittings An EFD Induction brazing solution at diesel engine specialist Agco Sisu Power slashes production times for high-grade banjo fittings. READ MORE 20.03.09 Induction heating hardens giant slewing rings A patented EFD Induction innovation hardens the giant slewing rings used in wind turbines—without leaving any unwanted ‘soft zones’. READ MORE 19.03.09 Keeping history afloat Every service call is unique. However, we received one that was truly extraordinary. Tom Smith, machinist for the 1925 steamship ‘Saltsjön’, rang. READ MORE 19.03.09 Induction heating for brazing for snowplough blade Double the output. Better quality. Lower energy costs. It sounds too good to be true. But for Norway’s Scana Steel, these were the results of switching to an EFD Induction brazing solution. READ MORE 19.03.09 Three ways to cool down When producing welded pipes according to API specification or similar, the weld and the heat affected zone (HAZ) have to be normalized. EFD Induction has three solutions. READ MORE 19.03.09 Finishing in style What do more and more leading auto makers (including BMW, Audi and Volvo) have in common? They’ve all selected EFD Induction to heat treat brake discs against corrosion. READ MORE 15.03.09 Unwrap the benefits of package hardening EFD Induction is the world’s no.1 induction hardening company. That’s good news for us. But what’s more important is why? READ MORE 15.03.09 Here Comes the Sun (and the Silicon) Silicon. It’s the earth’s second-most abundant element. And products containing silicon are widespread, the most common being semiconductors. But now induction heating is being applied to silicon to help solve one of humanity’s biggest challenges: the production of clean, affordable and abundant electricity. READ MORE 20.02.09 Induction pre-heating dives deep The Tampen Link project in the North Sea underlines the amazing versatility of induction heating. In this case, EFD Induction expertise is helping weld a branch pipe onto a 20’’ main high-pressure gas pipe located 145 m below the surface of the North Sea… without any interruption in the flow of gas! READ MORE 20.02.08 Space-age technology down-to-earth applications Specialized applications. Stringent quality levels. Tight leadtimes. The global aerospace industry sets tough demands on its parts and equipment suppliers. READ MORE 20.02.08 The shortcut to better short-circuit ring brazing Brazing the short-circuit ring (SCR) is a crucial step when manufacturing motor rotors. READ MORE 19.02.08 How to get the most out of your induction coils Some simple tips on how to boost the productivity—and lifetime—of your induction coils. READ MORE 19.02.08 Hägglunds Drives on the road to faster production A new EFD Induction solution has helped Hägglunds Drives slash hardening cycle times by 85% for large cam rings, and 45% for smaller rings. READ MORE 19.02.08 Induction makes waves offshore BP, Rolls-Royce, KCA DEUTAG — each a major international company with rigorous standards on worker safety, economic efficiency and environmental protection. READ MORE 08.02.08 Declaration of Independence Independence Tube Corporation (ITC) is one of North America’s leading manufacturers of square and rectangular structural steel tubing. READ MORE 20.02.06 Heating up refrigeration EFD Induction equipment is used at some of the world’s largest consumer refrigerator manufacturing facilities as a superior alternative to traditional flame brazing of tubing connections, as well as for heating pre-painted panels prior to bending. READ MORE 20.02.06 Launching a revolution The transistorised induction heating revolution was born to address the needs of one specific application: deck-straightening in the shipyards of Norway. READ MORE 19.02.06 On the job for offshore Welding pipe sections together sounds easy enough. But when the pipe is destined for the tough conditions of North Sea oil and gas fields, post-weld heat treatment is essential. READ MORE 19.02.06 Baoshan installs Weldac and two seam annealing machines Shanghai-based Baoshan Iron & Steel Company Ltd. is China’s largest iron and steel manufacturer. The recent installation of an IGBT-based Weldac and two seam annealing machines enables them to produce a complete range of tubes. READ MORE 19.02.06 Hot fashion Flexyform manufactures components for women’s lingerie and delivers to famous brands such as Playtex, Lou and Sarah Lee. READ MORE 19.02.06 The largest just got cleaner A cleaner, safer, more comfortable working environment is a more productive, more profitable working environment. READ MORE 19.02.06 Induction heating: Air conditioning assembly What have Augusta of Italy, Stork Fokker of the Netherlands and Eurocopter of France and Germany in common? READ MORE 19.02.06 Induction heating for hardening of crankshafts When the world’s largest manufacturer of agricultural equipment decides to invest in production upgrades, you can be sure it chooses the best solutions on offer. John Deere selected a crankshaft hardening system from EFD Induction. READ MORE 01.03.05 Earthmowing experience Caterpillar, Komatsu, JCB, John Deere, Poclain, Clark—they all have two things in common. READ MORE 19.02.05 British Energy utilises induction heating for bolt expansion Induction heating is rightly prized for its versatility. But bolt heating? Is induction really an effective alternative to traditional gas and resistance heating methods? READ MORE 19.02.05 Winds of change Delivery of three EFD Induction Minac induction converters to Spain’s two main manufacturers of wind-power turbines. READ MORE 19.02.05 Induction heating: Surface hardening of dies It’s a well-known fact that all dies used in the automotive industry have to be hardened. It’s also well known that traditional gas heating is slow, difficult and inefficient. But there is another way. READ MORE 19.02.05 Building bonds with Jaguar As one of the world’s most quality-conscious carmakers, few are as choosy about their partners as Jaguar. READ MORE 19.02.05 Straight to water Most landlubbers don’t know it, but the straightening of welded deck and bulkhead plates is a crucial task in modern shipbuilding. READ MORE 19.02.05 Precision heating Roofing pliers are an essential tool when handling and shaping sheet metal for roofs, spouts, gutters, etc READ MORE 19.02.05 In-line induction heating solutions for surface hardening of shafts One of the most powerful arguments in favor of in-line heat treatment is that it gives you complete control over all stages of production. READ MORE 01.10.04 Induction for faucets Manufacturers of high-quality faucets face three tough challenges: how to achieve robust joints; how to achieve virtually invisible joints; how to achieve robust, invisible joints as quickly and cost-effectively as possible. READ MORE 01.09.04 Staying on track Alessandro Mariani of EFD Induction Italy explains how induction shrink-fitting keeps the trains running. READ MORE 01.07.04 Induction magnet bonding for motor manufacturing With induction bonding, single-component epoxy adhesives are cured by heating the motor housings. READ MORE 02.11.03 Mølbro opted for EFD Induction solution The system—installed at the production plant of Mølbro A/S in Broby, west of Copenhagen—is being used to forge plowshares. READ MORE 02.11.03 Ice cream—for best result just add induction brazing! Italians are famous for their delicious ice cream. But ice cream with induction brazing? READ MORE 02.11.03 On a roll with Nokian tyres Nokian Tyres is not only the largest tyre manufacturer in the Nordic countries, it is also one of the most profitable tyre makers in the world. READ MORE 02.11.03 Vouge towel rails They adorn exclusive hotels. They feature in stylish homes. They hang out at posh gyms. READ MORE 01.01.01 7 compelling reasons why induction heating is better than flame brazing Brazing produces strong, shock-resistant and visually attractive joints. But why select induction heating over flame brazing? There are at least seven compelling reasons: READ MORE 01.01.01 Christmas greetings READ MORE 01.01.01 EFD Induction welder for unique profile welding line KS Roll Forming chooses EFD Induction and EHE Consumables for their first HF welding line for ­special and complex profiles. READ MORE 01.01.01 Fighting climate change With the COP26 underway, the world is at a most decisive moment of climate action. Although EFD Induction work to provide heat, we are also dedicated to keeping the 1.5-degree goal within reach. READ MORE 01.01.01 HardLine M The modular HardLine M is a new generation of vertical hardening machines, ideal for a variety of hardening and tempering applications. READ MORE 01.01.01 Hybrid horizontal hardening at Thermprocess At the ongoing THERMPROCESS trade fair in Düsseldorf, EFD Induction are presenting their HardLine Hybrid – the world’s fastest and most flexible horizontal hardening machine. READ MORE 01.01.01 Our dedication to sustainability The UN sustainable development goals are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. EFD Induction whole-heartedly embrace this UN initiative and have chosen four particular goals to focus our efforts on. READ MORE 01.01.01 The New Generation Sinac - Digital to the core EFD Induction is proud to present the New Generation Sinac with a fully digital control system that is prepared for Industry 4.0. Predictive data and insights will enable reduced use of energy and lower operation costs allowing for a sustainable and profitable production. READ MORE 01.01.01 Induction Bolt Heating In the bolt expansion process, focus on safety is vital for a consistent result and for avoiding damage to either personnel or the expansion bolt itself. No supplier on the market has more experience than EFD Induction when it comes to designing and manufacturing induction bolt heating solutions. 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