Heated interest at Alihankinta

The number-one industrial fair in Finland was once again a big success for EFD Induction Sweden.

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.

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.

Glowing ball versus ice

How long does it take for a glowing steel ball to melt through a 20-centimetre-thick block of ice?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Safe heating for ‘Safe Concordia’

Mobile 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.

ANDRITZ HYDRO uses induction heating for 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.

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.

The Italian job

Venice, home to Piazza San Marco, the Rialto Bridge... and a rather interesting bolt expansion job on a steam turbine.

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.

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.

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.

The shortcut to better short-circuit ring brazing

Brazing the short-circuit ring (SCR) is a crucial step when manufacturing motor rotors. Brazing the short-circuit ring (SCR) is a crucial step when manufacturing motor rotors.

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.

Hot fashion

Flexyform manufactures components for women’s lingerie and delivers to famous brands such as Playtex, Lou and Sarah Lee.

Induction heating used for air conditioning assembly

What have Augusta of Italy, Stork Fokker of the Netherlands and Eurocopter of France and Germany in common?

Heating up the winds of change

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.

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?

Winds of change

Delivery of three EFD Induction Minac induction converters to Spain’s two main manufacturers of wind-power turbines.

Die hard!

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.

Precision heating

Roofing pliers are an essential tool when handling and shaping sheet metal for roofs, spouts, gutters, etc

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.

Staying on track

Alessandro Mariani of EFD Induction Italy explains how induction shrink-fitting keeps the trains running.

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.

Ice cream—for best result just add induction brazing!

Italians are famous for their delicious ice cream. But ice cream with induction brazing?

Vouge towel rails

They adorn exclusive hotels. They feature in stylish homes. They hang out at posh gyms.

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.