The EMK 8 + Union X 90 Welding Program Package is an integral part of the advanced Böhler Arc system, providing a rich set of precisely calibrated synergy programs dedicated to BOHLER EMK 8 and Union X 90 wires and M21 gas. The Böhler Arc system automatically adjusts welding parameters, such as arc voltage and wire feed speed, based on material selection, wire diameter and shielding gas.

With this package, the user gains access to hundreds of optimized synergy lines, which significantly simplifies operation and minimizes the risk of errors, even when welding in difficult conditions. The benefit for the professional is a faster start, a guarantee of reproducible weld quality, and the ability to focus on welding technique rather than settings. The number of available programs depends on the machine model and software version, and this package expands it for specific applications.

The BOHLER EMK 8 and Union X 90 wire program package optimizes the performance of the ArcDrive process – a fundamental, enhanced MIG/MAG welding technology from Böhler Welding. ArcDrive features an exceptionally stable and dynamically responsive welding arc, which is crucial when welding unalloyed and low-alloy steels. Optimized synergy programs ensure precise control of metal transfer.

The benefit to the welder is easier arc guidance, especially in forced positions, and a significant reduction in weld spatter. This translates directly into a reduction in weld finishing time by up to 20-30% and lower consumption of auxiliary materials. The programs in this package ensure that the ArcDrive process works with maximum efficiency for EMK 8 and Union X 90 wires in M21 shielding.

For Böhler Welding equipment equipped with the RapiDeep process, this program package provides specially tailored synergy curves for BOHLER EMK 8 and Union X 90 wires. RapiDeep is an innovative MIG/MAG process that provides much deeper penetration while reducing heat input (HI) due to a highly concentrated arc.

The use of optimized RapiDeep programs from this package allows the welding speed of steel to be increased by up to 50% compared to standard MIG/MAG welding, without sacrificing fusion quality. Less heat input minimizes material distortion and reduces welding stresses, which is especially important when welding thin sheets and responsible structures.

If your Böhler Welding machine supports pulse welding, the program package for BOHLER EMK 8 and Union X 90 extends the capabilities of the PulsDrive process. This is a digitally controlled MIG/MAG pulse process based on the “one pulse – one drop of metal” principle. It provides excellent control of the weld pool and precise weld shaping.

Synergy programs from this package, dedicated to PulsDrive and specific wires, make it possible to achieve aesthetically pleasing, smooth TIG-like welds, even on unalloyed and low-alloy steels. Spatters are reduced almost completely, and less heat input minimizes the risk of burn-through, especially on thin materials. This is ideal for applications requiring the highest visual and metallurgical weld quality.

For the most advanced applications, the BOHLER EMK 8 / Union X 90 program package offers optimized settings for the QuickPulse process, as long as it is available on the respective Böhler Welding machine model. QuickPulse combines the deep penetration advantages of the RapiDeep process with the precision and aesthetics of PulsDrive pulse welding. The result is an exceptionally fast pulse welding process (up to 50% faster than standard pulse), characterized by deep penetration and low heat input (HI).

With the programs in this package, welding of unalloyed steels with EMK 8 and Union X 90 wires using QuickPulse becomes extremely efficient, providing excellent weld quality while significantly reducing cycle times. It is the ideal solution for automated and robotic welding stations and where maximum productivity with the highest quality standards is important.