Abstract: The invention relates to a method of effecting a single joint between two pipes of the pipe-line type by means of explosion welding, without the pipes being displaced in axial direction. This is achieved by moving an inner peripheral body (9) for welding between the pipe sections, to the joining point with the aid of a displacement unit expandable in axial direction.

Abstract: An igniter is provided for slip-on attachment to the free end of a thermal lance. The igniter includes a slip-on cartridge having a frictional support cap. A priming composition (12) and a primer (13) located within the cartridge. The primer (13) is designed as a friction primer and includes a spiral wire friction element within the primer and connected to the cap. Under the pressure of oxygen introduced into the lance, the cap is forced outwardly with the wire friction element activating the primer to create ignition of the priming composition (12), and the operation of the thermal lance.