This video shows a friction stir welder machine in action, demonstrating how friction stir welding uses a rotating pin tool to generate frictional heat, penetrate materials, and mechanically “stir” them together to create a strong, solid-state bond. You’ll see how the tool moves through the joint area, producing high-quality welds without melting the base materials—highlighting the precision and repeatability of the FSW process.
To learn more about the technology behind what you see in the video, visit our Friction Stir Welding Technology page.