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During certain jobs, occasionally a bolt or screw will not loosen. Sometimes it’s just a hiccup in the repair process, but an everyday tool may not be up to more complex tasks. This is typically the case with industrial machines...

Welders may find themselves in several scenarios where they need a quick and efficient way of getting to a location for a weld. From sealed metal boxes full of wires to panels that are tough to open, it’s good to...

Tungsten inert gas welding is a great technique to touch up current projects or when dealing with thin objects requiring a more delicate approach. However, with how small the margin for error is and the expectations for the final result,...

Welding is an art that requires precision and skill for quality, timely work. Some of those new to the trade are initially hesitant about it. While the tools themselves are capable of harm, the likelihood of a trained welder getting...

Welding is a flexible art capable of getting things done on an industrial and personal level. Different welding processes allow people to deal with different issues reliably and in the preferred medium to properly do the job. While it sometimes...

Typically, if a job operation makes use of welding or flame cutting, it is aptly labeled as a “hot work” job. However, this label has several specifications that are good to know and understand. The main reason such priority is...

When people think of recent additions to the social media sphere, images of dancing teens and time-wasting videos are normally the first to come to mind. While this is the case for plenty of internet entertainment, social media does serve...

Welding has many intricacies, and it is not all that surprising when some of them go over people’s heads. However, it is important to understand everything down to the last detail, as the results sometimes damage the quality of your...

Welding is a vocation that comes in many levels of skill and intricacy. Depending on the weld’s required accuracy and intricacy, the error margin gets smaller. Regardless of how some feel about it, a machine can provide the same results...

Welding involves various processes that require specific equipment to get the job done. Any infrastructure that needs plumbing is sure to be in need of a pipe welding job or two when starting from scratch. Companies that provide such a...

Beveling is a precise adjust a material by cutting its edges at different angles. You can bevel most materials under the right circumstances. The quality of the beveling tool determines the outcome of your project. These are three things to...

Welders are often exposed to harmful fumes due to the welding process during various projects. While the gas produced from welding is common in the workplace, there are several benefits to understanding the exact dangers of it and how to...

Every welder knows the importance of PPE to keep them safe while working. However, other commodities can be useful on the job. Recognizing what tools can make a welder’s life easier allows them to make significant improvements. Chipping Hammer As...

Although we’d all like to imagine that we’ll be experts the second we do something new, it takes time and practice before you become a master of your craft. Welding is surely one of those crafts involving some hiccups along...

Unfortunately, welders don’t have an off-season to recuperate. Even when the sun is smoldering, welders must do their daily duties. They must take additional measures to avoid significant injury or death due to the inherently harsh circumstances during the dog days...

In the shipbuilding industry, welding is one of the most prevalent processes for constructing a ship. The advancement of welding technology allows the manufacturing sector to have fully waterproof and oil-tight welds. Compared to riveted connections, welded joints are simpler to...

In this technologically advanced world, it seems advantageous to use it to your benefit in any way that you can. The welding industry realized this and has upgraded to an automated pipe spool welder. But what drove this change? Keeping...

It’s crazy to imagine a working trade dating back to 5,000-plus years ago, but that’s the case for welding. Between the Bronze age, Detroit, and the history of welding, you will see where it started and the constant innovations that...

Ergonomics is a high priority when struggling with excessive bodily wear and tear throughout your profession. When your workspace is not ergonomic, you are more likely to sustain debilitating injuries. Learning how ergonomics and welding work together will keep you from wincing...

Many industries are looking to automation and new technology to assist them in various ways. Both offer the same advantage, whether it’s a do-it-yourself checkout counter or a welding robot. 3D printing is another trend that’s gaining traction. Let’s learn...