The First Name In Arc Gouging Since 1949 Arcair originated air-carbon arc gouging.

"Gouging" is a technique that liquefies metal in a narrow groove and then removes it using compressed air. Gouging products are often used in joint preparation prior to a welding process. Numerous other applications exist for these gouging systems, such as removal of defective welds, removal of trim in foundries and repair of track, switches and freight cars in the railroad industry.

In addition to gouging products, Arcair produces a patented exothermic cutting system, SLICE(R). This system generates temperatures in excess of 70007F and can quickly cut through steel, concrete and other materials. SLICE(R) has many applications, including opening clogged steel furnaces and providing rapid entry in fire and rescue operations. Arcair has developed an underwater version of the SLICE(R) cutting system for use in the marine repair and salvage industry. Arcair also manufactures TIG torches and accessories. The TIG process can be used to fuse metals of almost all alloys and in thicknesses down to foil size. TIG welding is used for pressure vessels, such as tanks, valves and pipes and is relied on heavily in welding nuclear components. Fabrications involving aluminum, magnesium and other specialty metals for use in aircraft, ships and weapon systems also utilize the TIG process.

Arcair provides a complete line of chemicals used in the welding industry. Chemicals are used for weld cleaning and as agents to reduce splatter adherence on the metal being welded. Chemicals are also used to reduce splatter adherence in welding nozzles in MIG applications.