Welding is a dangerous job. With all the heat and dangerous equipment involved, there is always a high chance that someone could get hurt. There are always several different kinds of problems that …
How to Empty a Propane Tank for Welding
We use propane tanks for a variety of jobs, from powering forklifts to providing heat for grills. Since they are highly flammable, you have to be extra careful when emptying and cleaning them for …
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How Do Solar-Powered Welding Helmets Work?
Welding helmets are the most important piece of equipment for welders. They are designed to protect the eyes and face from harmful radiation, usually infrared and ultraviolet, and allow the welder to …
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How Do Auto-Darkening Helmets Work?
Auto-darkening welding helmets are a blessing for welders. They get so much more work done when they don't have to worry about flipping the lens up and down, adjusting the helmet to the amount of …
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Does Welding Produce Radiation (And Should You Care)?
Welders are told that they must protect their eyes, and their skin, from the arc produced by their torch. But what is it they are protecting themselves from? Do welding torches produce radiation? What …
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Does Welding Cause Cancer? Here Are The Risks To Know
There are different welding techniques that industries follow, but most of them fall in the oxy-fuel or electric arc welding category. And welding causes several health hazards. But does …
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Why Do Welders Use Pancake Hoods (And What Are They)?
When I first heard about pancake hoods, the first thing I thought about was one of my favorite breakfast foods. Those light and fluffy orbs of goodness topped with mounds of butter and maple syrup are …
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Does Welding Produce Ozone? Why This Is So Important
The more I've been learning about welding, the more I've looked into the safety of it. So I started to wonder if welding produces ozone - a toxic gas. So does welding produce ozone? Ozone is …
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