So we’ve made it past the first full week of the new year. What did the welding world serve up last week, and what changes can we expect in the weeks to follow? Recent topics that we’ve discussed on this blog, such as underwater welding
Stick welding, or manual metal arc welding, is perhaps the favored welding practice world wide. In terms of repairs, maintenance, steel construction, and also industrial fabrication a stick welder is often the go to of choice due to its high level of versatility. Stick welders
So you’ve made it big in the welding field, and industry heads want to give you the kudos you deserve. As you make your way through the crowd, a newbie welder (eyes glazed over in awe of your talent) approaches you with a question: “Excuse
The Matrix, Terminator, and I, Robot all did it – explored the idea of man VS machine. As always with these types of films, the two cannot co-exist. Fortunately for us, that mentality is only for the cinemas. Real world situations require that humans work
If you're just starting out into welding, whether you are strictly going to be a hobbyist or plan to embark on a welding career, you may be a bit lost as to where to begin. While there are plenty of places you can go to
It’s the age old story of man/woman VS machine. Before technology became so complicated that manuals began to look like dictionaries, there were smart, hard-working men and women working tirelessly behind welders to make the most sturdy, reliable products on the market. Will the future
In some ways, social networking is becoming less social and more professional these days. Miller, your favorite brand of welding supplies, yeah they’re on Twitter. Baker’s Gas, you know, your favorite shop for all your welding needs- yeah, we’re on Twitter too. Welding companies use
These days, in order to be marketable, a welder needs to be able to practice a wide variety of welding techniques like, submerged arc, resistance, high-frequency resistance, induction, ultrasonic and electron-beam welding. But today there is a technique that is becoming more popular that can
Virtual welding, prison welding, remote-control welding, “Why welding remains vital for today's manufacturers,” and more in this edition of the Weekly Roundup. Picture courtesy ElisFanClub on Flickr Special News: Prison welding teaches, inspires Next week, the welding class at Deer Ridge Correctional Institution in Madras
One of the most fundamental pieces of equipment you will need to get before you even think about that torch, is of course your welding helmet. A welding helmet is crucial for safety reasons as it protects your eyes and face from the bright flares