USA-based Magnatech has introduced a new, all digital, Pipeliner at the AWS/Fabtech Show. The new model was developed with the knowledge gained during many years of field experience with the original Pipeliner ll. The Pipeliner II system, using the forgiving Flux Core Arc Welding process (FCAW), has gained wide acceptance by pipeline contractors. Contractors throughout Europe, as well as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Thailand, and the UAE, have used the system for critical gas, oil and water pipeline projects requiring higher strength steels, such as X-70, X-80 and above. Previous models used a floor-mounted push-only feeder, or mounted a smaller wire feeder and spool directly on the weld head. The new model utilizes a push-pull feeder for positive electrode delivery, while allowing use of standard 15kg wire spools. The FCAW process allows heavier wall pipe to be welded (not possible with the mechanized system using GMAW) as it doesn’t require a special narrow gap joint geometry. The weld head is adaptable to pipes for 6 – 60in. The new system is sealed to IP23 rating for waterproof and dust proof operation on the pipeline right-of-way. This system is equally suitable for use on pressure and process piping as well as structural projects.