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Old 05-14-12 | 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by ianjk
In some applications, yes. Also, adhesive can be stronger than a weld, rivets stronger than adhesive and vise versa, it all depends on how they are used.
I'm an engineer so I realize this, but welding and brazing are not as sensitive to post-assembly maintenance and environmental conditions.
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Originally Posted by bragi "However, it's never a good idea to overgeneralize."
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