Tips and Tricks on Welding
The eyes are probably the most sensitive part of our body. Our eyesight is the sense that we rely on the most, and the thought of losing it would freak anybody out. That’s why a welding lens is the …
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When I first started my apprenticeship, I didn’t know the first thing about welding so I kept looking at what the shop owner was doing. I would squint my eyes to look at the welding process behind his …
If you’re new to TIG welding or aren’t sure what it is exactly, then you probably ask yourself: should I ever use this for mild steel? The quick answer is, yes. TIG offers precision and makes the weld …
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When it comes to protective equipment for welding, welding helmets are essential, as they protect both the skin on the face and the eyes of the welder. When you’re welding, sparks, hazardous …
When I first got into welding, I had no clue about the safety gear I would need. The shop owner where I worked (who is an experienced welder) only wore a t-shirt and a pair of gloves when …
So you’ve been welding for a while, and your latest project is welding sheets of thin metal. One thing that all welding techniques require is the right accessories and equipment for a specific …
Experienced welders know that different welding rods (electrodes) are best-suited to various kinds of welding. When it comes to choosing electrodes for welding cast iron, there are typically three …
Welding is a practical, hands-on career for people who enjoy building useful stuff. Most welding professionals work in construction, manufacturing, pipe working, and infrastructure development. …
In the past, stick welders didn’t know much about gases when it came to welding. This changed with the invention of MIG and TIG welding machines and the rise in their usage. Gas is now considered a …
Since the economy and jobs are more secure abroad, many welders seek to work out of the country. Working abroad, there have many opportunities that you simply cannot count on fingertips. First of all, …
