Titanium Welding: Precision, Durability & Expertise at FIB Industries

Titanium is no longer reserved for niche applications. As industries face increasingly harsh environments and growing sustainability demands, titanium welding has become critical for ensuring durability, performance, and cost efficiency.

At FIB Industries, we specialize in high-quality titanium welding for energy, oil & gas, renewables, and chemical industries. Our expertise in engineering, manufacturing, and welding enables us to deliver precision-welded titanium solutions that withstand extreme conditions.

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Why Titanium Welding? The Challenges and the Solutions

Titanium is exceptionally resistant to high temperatures, corrosion, and microbial-induced corrosion (MIC). However, its welding process presents unique challenges. Titanium reacts quickly to oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen, making TIG welding titanium a highly specialized process.

With our ISO-certified welding procedures, advanced facilities, and skilled professionals, FIB Industries ensures that titanium retains its integrity, strength, and longevity after welding.

Our titanium welding expertise

✔ Engineering, manufacturing & welding in one integrated process
✔ ISO-certified welding procedures for guaranteed quality
✔ Expertise in TIG welding titanium for precision results
✔ Expertise in MIG titanium welding for specific applications
✔ Advanced techniques in titanium clad welding
✔ State-of-the-art welding facilities with controlled environments
✔ Qualified welders with extensive experience in handling titanium
✔ Proven track record in energy, oil & gas, renewables, and chemical industries

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MIG welding titanium vs TIG Welding Titanium

TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding is the preferred method for welding titanium due to its precision, clean welds, and superior control over heat input. It ensures high-quality results with minimal contamination, which is critical for titanium’s integrity. On the other hand, MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding titanium is less common but can be useful in applications requiring higher deposition rates and thicker materials. MIG welding titanium requires strict shielding gas control to prevent oxidation and is typically used for specific industrial applications where speed and efficiency are prioritized over precision.

Exploring Additional Welding Processes for Titanium

While TIG welding (GTAW) remains the most widely used method for titanium welding due to its precision and control, several other advanced welding techniques offer unique advantages for specific applications:

  • Plasma Arc Welding (PAW): Ideal for thicker sections (>3mm), PAW provides deeper penetration with greater arc stability compared to TIG, making it well-suited for high-strength structural components.
  • Electron Beam Welding (EBW): Performed in a vacuum environment, EBW ensures a contamination-free weld, making it the preferred method for aerospace and critical high-purity applications where titanium’s properties must remain uncompromised.
  • Laser Beam Welding (LBW): Known for its minimal heat input and high precision, LBW is frequently used for thin-walled titanium components and intricate assemblies, where distortion and material degradation must be minimized.

Each of these processes plays a crucial role in expanding the possibilities of titanium fabrication, allowing manufacturers to achieve superior weld integrity across diverse industries.

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Parts that showcase our titanium welding expertise

Met de product-tag ’tig-welded-titaninium’ parts tonen. Met Kevin/FIB afstemmen welke parts/onderdelen ook in titannium uitgevoerd kunnen worden of die men graag ook in titanium zou willen produceren.  

Parts that showcase our MIG welding titanium expertise

Met de product-tag ‘mig-welded-titaninium’ de parts tonen. Met Kevin/FIB afstemmen welke parts/onderdelen ook in titannium uitgevoerd kunnen worden of die men graag ook in titanium zou willen produceren.  

F.A.Q. Welding titanium

Titanium is highly reactive with oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen, which can weaken the material if not handled correctly. TIG welding titanium requires strict control of the environment, shielding gases, and welding techniques to maintain its properties.

Titanium welding is essential in industries that face high corrosion, extreme temperatures, and aggressive chemicals, including:

  • Energy (heat exchangers, condensers)

  • Oil & Gas (pipelines, processing equipment)

  • Renewables (hydrogen production, battery storage)

  • Chemical industry (reactors, quench columns, piping systems)

  • Precise control over the heat input, reducing material distortion

  • Superior strength and longer lifespan compared to other welding techniques

  • High corrosion resistance, making it ideal for aggressive environments

Yes, MIG weld titanium is possible but requires specialized techniques and controlled conditions. While TIG welding is preferred for precision, MIG titanium welding can be suitable for certain applications where high deposition rates are required.

A titanium weld color chart is a useful tool for assessing weld quality. The color of the weld indicates the level of oxidation—ideal welds are silver to light straw, while darker colors (e.g. blue and purple) suggest contamination. See the image below for reference.

Titanium - weld colors

 

Titanium clad welding involves bonding titanium to other metals, such as stainless steel or carbon steel, to enhance corrosion resistance while maintaining cost efficiency.

We combine decades of experience with cutting-edge welding technology, ensuring every titanium component meets the highest industry standards. Our ISO-certified processes, in-house expertise, and advanced facilities make us the go-to partner for titanium welding projects.

Challenge us! Contact our team for a consultation, and we’ll work with you to develop a tailored titanium welding solution that meets your exact needs.

FIB Industries competences

At FIB Industries, our journey is defined by six core competences: Manufacturing, Special Welding, Engineering, Co-Creation, Repair- and Retrofit, and Turnkey Solutions. These competences are our guiding stars, setting us apart in the vast expanse of the process and pressure equipment industry.

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Turn complexity into simplicity with FIB Industries’ turnkey solutions, overseeing your project’s journey from concept to completion with unmatched expertise.

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