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3 Tips for Welding Stainless Steel Tubes & Pipes


Welding stainless steel can be challenging for many welders. Knowing these three tips for welding stainless steel tubes and pipe helps prevent corrosion and guarantees increased production while maintaining quality. Keep Your Materials Clean Considering stainless steel is temperature-sensitive, joint preparation and appropriate fit-up are critical in regulating the heat and maintaining the material’s attributes. […]

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NASA & the Hypersonic History of Orbital Welding


When we look at technology and architecture, we rarely think about the construction process behind them. Mastering and building such things are a great skills, especially when considering the amount of welding necessary. Learning about NASA and the hypersonic history of orbital welding will reveal its influence and how it’s changing the world. Rod Rohrberg […]

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Welding 101: What Is Tungsten Inert Gas Welding


Tungsten inert gas, otherwise referred to as TIG or gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), is a form of welding to create and secure vital pieces of equipment in several industries. A non-consumable tungsten electrode is used for TIG welding. TIG welding requires either argon or helium as a shielding gas for the non-consumable tungsten electrode. […]

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5 Essential Pieces of PPE That Every Welder Needs


We have heard the adage, “Better to be safe than sorry,” for as long as we can remember. When operating a torch to weld metal together, you must prioritize safety first and foremost. Using these five essential pieces of PPE that every welder needs ensures your safety. Hearing Protection It’s critical to protect your ears […]

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The Ultimate Guide to a Career in Welding


It’s always a good feeling to have the qualifications to get you any job you want. With welding, you can gain experience, earn your certifications, and create a bidding war for your service. Follow the ultimate guide to a career in welding to get started. General Welding Job Description There are several responsibilities a welder […]

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5 Basic TIG Welding Tips for Rookie Welders


No matter the field, everyone has some apprehension about the first few days on the job. As a welder, you aren’t expected to master the craft within your first week. Although, using these five basic TIG welding tips for rookie welders puts you on track to success. Give Your Body Support It is critical to […]

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The 4 Most Common Weld Defects and Their Causes


You want to know that the products you use, like cars and elevators, are safe and will not fail. These work because they were built well and did not have weld defects. Here are the four most common weld defects and their causes that you should avoid to guarantee you are producing the safest products. […]

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The Top 5 Skills That Every Welder Needs


Becoming a welder takes a lot of talent, skill, and determination. However, it is unlikely to get a job as a welder without mastering the necessary techniques. A welder’s profession necessitates a thorough understanding of architectural plans and other core competencies. Welders play a critical role in the growth of nearly every industry in the country. They […]

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How Welding Automation Is Bridging the Skills Gap


The main goal of any business is continual improvement and success. Increasing productivity efforts is the quickest way to accomplish both, considering you make more money based on your produce. For this reason, automation has taken over in many industries, including welding. This is how welding automation is bridging the skills gap. What Is the […]

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5 Tips for Extending the Life of Your Welding System


No matter what you invest your money in, you want to get the best return imaginable. When you buy a car, it’s best to make all the necessary recommendations to make it last a decade-plus. That same strategy applies to welding equipment. Follow these five tips for extending the life of your welding system. Clean […]

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