Pipe Welding Series: Bevel Talk

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Getting Deep into the Bevel Aug 21, 2019

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Pipe welding is more than just challenging, it's a skill that is filled with complexity. Listen to Jeff Robedeaux, Craig Spindler, and Andre Stewart as they demystify new welding technologies along with the importance of filler metal and gas selection that helps make getting into the bevel achievable.

Nothing is Common in a Day of a Pipefitter Aug 15, 2019

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It's not just knowing the basics of welding pipe, it's the ability to recognize the necessary steps to make a weld that will pass extreme levels of testing. Listen to Jeff Robedeaux, Craig Spindler, and Andre Stewart as they talk about the various positions, materials types, joint prep and even inspectors.

The Start of Arc and Sparks Aug 07, 2019

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Take a deeper dive into the lives of three UA Pipefitters from Local 400 -- what made them take a path of welding vs. sitting at a desk job? Learn what motivated them to take that important step to a career of being detailed problem solvers that aren't sitting behind the desk. Jeff Robedeaux, Craig Spindler and Andre Stewart discuss the educational requirements and lessons they learned along the way.

ROI in a Competitive World Jul 31, 2019

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Kiewit Power Contractors Justin Morse and Chris Ridenour discuss how they keep competitive by embracing new technologies to help them work smarter not harder.
· What are the most common material types, diameters and thicknesses?

· What are the typical codes are you welding to?

· How has material types changed in the past decade?

· What do you foresee in the future for trends in material types?

· What role does seeking out new technologies play in your efforts to be more productive on a jobsite

· Where do you personally see technology going in the future on construction sites in general?

· How can you get adaptation and acceptance to change processes and procedures that ‘have worked just fine for years’?

Safety is Project Critical Jul 24, 2019

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On every project, Kiewit is committed to Nobody Gets Hurt. Learn how they place safety ahead of finishing the job faster or cheaper with a no exceptions policy. Learn how they incorporate safety into every moment on the jobsite.
· A typical jobsite spans hundreds of acres, hundreds of people and dozens of heavy equipment – how does a job site make a safety plan?

· How has the role of safety changed in the past decades?

· How is a safety plan executed?

· How is safety measured?

· Does having a good safety record help attract and retain workers?

· Safety around the world

Labor Shortage and Training Strategies Jul 17, 2019

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We know that the shortage of skilled labor has a multitude of impacts on productivity and job site planning. Listen how Kiewit Power Contractors manage this critical part of their success.
· How many welders typically are working on a Kiewit Power Constructors job site?

· What trades and what roles do they play on a jobsite?

· What kind of education or certifications are needed to be a welder on a Kiewit Power Constructors jobsite?

· How does Kiewit Power Constructors train welders that arrive to the job site?

· How do you work with the Locals to ensure quality people are coming to the site?

· Do you conduct your own internal training on the job?

· Are there laborers that follow from one job site to the other?

· Do you see a shortage in welding labor like the other skilled trades?

· What do you think needs to happen within the industry to change this?

Challenges in Field Welding Jul 10, 2019

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Miller continues the conversation with Justin Morse and Chris Ridenour from Kiewit Power Contractors to learn more about preparing for a project and best practices for success.

· Describe a recent Kiewit Power Contractors project

· Review the process it takes to prepare for a job that typically spans a few years in duration

· How do you prepare for welding operations (Procedures, equipment, manpower)

· How do you prepare for the welders to be trained for any specific material types or WPS

· What happens during site set up – how do you keep organized and on track

· What are the biggest hurdles in managing welding on a job site

· How do deal with managing project timelines and trades/sub contractors

Who Is Kiewit Power Constructors? Jun 26, 2019

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Miller chats with Justin Morse and Chris Ridenour from Kiewit Power to learn more about how their industry leadership and current projects.
Questions covered in this episode:
· Who is Kiewit Power Constructors?

· What industries does Kiewit Power Constructors serve?

· What makes Kiewit Power Constructors place in the top 5 of the ENR Report every year?

· What type of projects are Kiewit Power Constructors currently working on?

· What makes Kiewit Power Constructors different than other contractors?

For more information on ArcReach Technology visit: https://MillerWelds.com/products/arcreach

Insights from Kiewit Power Jun 19, 2019

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Miller chats with Justin Morse and Chris Ridenour from Kiewit Power to learn how welding has influenced their career path and what welding has brought to the oil and gas industry.
Questions covered in this episode:
•How did you become interested in welding as a career?
•What training/schooling did you participate while in high school?
•Did you have any jobs growing up that involved welding?
•After high school, what was your educational path?
•Talk about memories of what impressed you the most while learning welding (was it a project, a person/mentor, class curriculum, life experience)
•Describe what your career in welding has brought to your world.
For more information on Arc Reach Technology, visit: https://www.millerwelds.com/products/arcreach

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