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You may be surprised to learn that many myths surround torque wrenches. Since they’re such sensitive instruments, people often worry about torque wrenches losing their calibration. Let’s debunk these five odd myths about torque wrenches. You Can Improvise a Torque...

Misalignment is one of the most frustrating problems in pipe welding. Unfortunately, it’s fairly common since pipes are never quite perfect when you get them from the manufacturer. Thankfully, there are some things you can do to mitigate the problem....

If you’ve noticed your pipe maintenance operation is consistently unable to handle the volume of jobs, you may have a problem. You’ll need to hire more workers and expand your capabilities, or you can automate some systems. Discover three signs...

If your job only requires you to do one kind of welding, you may not even realize that there are different welding polarities. Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) are two types of electrical currents with different ways of...

A torque wrench is a powerful tool that many industrial workers use to remove and install heavy-duty fasteners. The wrench works by amplifying the input force so that you don’t have to rely on your own strength to use large...

In many industrial fields, human skill is no longer enough to get the job done. When you need absolute precision, it’s time to bring in a computer. Enter orbital welding, which allows manufacturers to create high-precision welds in places that...

Welding is one of the most important jobs in the entire industrial complex. The ability to join pieces of metal is absolutely foundational to every aspect of modern society, from the way we build cars to the buildings we live...

Orbital welding is a critical tool used in various industries, including aerospace, shipbuilding, oil and gas, and all kinds of engineering. It helps workers complete welds in hard-to-reach locations that require the highest level of precision. Every orbital welding system...

Welding is a craft that uses powerful tools to bond metal together. However, by using tools that emit high-temperature flames, there is always a slight risk of something going wrong. You can mitigate these risks with proper training, but it’s...

Think about the tools that people use during a regular repair job. Having a diverse kit with tools for every scenario is important. Welding jobs put you in difficult situations where different tools are necessary to make it easier for...

Whether your project is delayed due to hail or you’re trying to finish a last-minute build before the snow falls, winter weather typically makes it harder to weld. While it isn’t impossible to weld successfully in the winter, it is...

Several large-scale industries, such as construction and aerospace, employ pipe spool welding for projects that can’t be completed without the use of specialized welding tools. However, your pipe spool welding machine can only run for so long before it begins...

Welding and beveling occasionally become two sides of the same coin. Beveling is necessary when attempting to weld metals that are too thick. Though it sounds complicated at first, beveling and welding go hand in hand. Here’s what you should...

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...