Over 800 Thompson friction welding machines are in use around the world by top OEMs and Tier 1 manufacturers including models designed specially for not only joining truck axles, drill pipes and rods but also hydraulic cylinders and piston rods. Our customers recognise that friction welding is a repeatable, accurate solid state process with no liquid phase during the weld cycle, meaning many bi-metal joints can be created. Our machines are designed and made at a modern facility based in the West Midlands, UK, which also includes a sub contract friction welding operation, largely regarded as one of the largest in Europe.