Introduction  Alternative fuels, including propylene, propane, and natural gas, have earned a reputation for having a wide application. They have found their way into countless applications in...

It's a simple paper that documents your professional achievements, predicts your future employment, and is terrifying to compose. There is no possible way that a single job...

Many student welders are tempted to leave welding school early. There is always that job offer, the lure of having money to spend and then you could...

Introduction As we’ve previously discussed here at the blog, welders remain in demand during an otherwise tough economic market. Whether you’re looking for your first job (fresh...

If you are thinking about going to welding school then chances are you have to be asking “is it really worth it”? That all depends on what...

What is Kydex? Kydex is a thermoplastic sheet marketed for specialty applications. The manufacturers offer an extensive choice of colors and textures. About Kydex, LLC Kydex was...

Welding and Blacksmithing are often associated and compared although they are different industries and require unique skills. This post will break-down the details of what it means...

Introduction Most of the welding project videos here at WeldMyWorld.com show techniques for welding two flat pieces together, side by side. While it’s certainly possible that this...

When it comes to welding certifications there are many things to consider. Before going out and paying for a test that may or may not be needed...

According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, "More than one-fourth of welders belong to unions." There are a variety of benefits available to union members. Benefits depend on...

Cap off the weekend with some insight on the welding world of this past week. Articles on passionate welders, welding programs, possible new jobs for those in...

Welding can be loosely defined as the joining of two metal pieces. MIG welding, specifically, uses heat to melt the two pieces together along with a wire....

What is the difference between soldering, brazing, and welding? Each join metal, right? Soldering Soldering has been compared to hot glue. But unlike a gluing process, soldering...

What is Welding Engineering? If you were to reduce the welding process to its core elements, you would discover the process is all about physics—as in the...

The men and women at NASA aren’t the only ones taking their welding skills to new heights. Find out all about their latest endeavor, a new welding...

Exothermic welding is also known as exothermic bonding, thermite welding, or thermit welding. It was developed around 1895 by Hans Goldschmidt. The process was refined by Dr....

These welding events snuck past my eye during the last welding events roundup. Luckily you still have plenty of time to prepare for a welding roundtable and...

Hope you’ve had a great weekend that will continue on to a great Labor Day! Wind down with some interesting news on welding replacing sutures (ouch!), all...

Welding is one of those skills that can have countless practical applications. That, plus a little bit of do-it-yourself spirit, can lead to all sorts of problem-solving...

The kids are fully back to school and welding events are fully underway in the month of September. Fill up on industry news, the basics of welding,...

Opportunities to work as a freelance welder have become more abundant, but there is also more competition. Setting yourself apart with strategic marketing communications, promotional items, quality...

So they've told you to go cut some steel. How do you decide how? Methods of steel cutting could include bandsaw, portaband, sawzall, deck saw, plasma cutter,...

Make sure your city or county isn’t under a burn restriction. Some welding warnings, a lot of welding programs, news and much more make up this edition...

What is a Grinding Wheel? A grinding wheel is composed of an abrasive compound. The expendable wheel is used for abrasive cutting or grinding. Wheels are made...