OTC Welder
GOUGING
Precise and powerful metal removal!
Our Gouging Welding Processes
Gouging is a metal removal process used to remove weld defects, prepare joints, back-gouge welds, and reshape metal surfaces. OTC Daihen welding systems provide stable arc control and powerful performance for efficient gouging operations across a wide range of industrial applications.
Carbon Arc Gouging
Carbon arc gouging uses an electric arc to melt the metal while compressed air removes the molten material from the workpiece. This process provides fast and controlled metal removal and is widely used for weld defect removal, back-gouging, groove preparation, and repair work.
Air Carbon Arc Gouging
Air carbon arc gouging combines an electric arc with a high-pressure air jet to remove molten metal from the workpiece. It is suitable for removing defective welds, opening root joints, preparing grooves, and correcting welding defects with high productivity.
Designed for demanding industrial applications
Stable arc control helps operators achieve accurate and consistent metal removal while maintaining control over the gouging depth and profile.
High-performance gouging provides rapid metal removal, reducing preparation and repair time and improving overall fabrication productivity.
A reliable solution for heavy fabrication, structural steel, shipbuilding, machinery repair, and other demanding industrial welding applications.
Our Products
High quality industrial products for welding, robotic automation, and manufacturing solutions.