Military welding is a big deal in the defense game. It’s all about making sure equipment and infrastructure are solid and ready to roll, which is like a backbone for safety and success in military actions. The folks in this field are the hands and brains behind creating and upkeeping crucial military gear, from vehicles…
Aerospace welding isn’t your typical welding gig. It’s a whole different ballgame with planes and jets involved, and we’re here to dig into why it’s such a big deal and where it fits in if you’re fixing up aircraft. Importance of Welding in Aerospace In aerospace, welding’s not just important—it’s the backbone. Aircraft parts aren’t…
Exploring Welding Specializations Welding packs a lot of variety, offering folks plenty of paths to chase depending on what sparks their interest. Let’s break down a few popular routes: Importance of Welding Certifications Got certifications? They’re a big deal in welding, proving your chops, and opening doors to better paydays and job security (AWS Certification…
Structural welding might not make you the star of a sci-fi movie, but it sure is one of the most important gigs keeping the world together—and standing. Buckle up, ’cause we’re about to dive into what it takes to cut it as a structural welder and the kind of buff and brain skills you’ll need…
Welding is a field with plenty of pathways to explore, each with its own unique paychecks and quirky niches. Let’s break down the juicy bits like salaries and why those shiny certificates matter. Potential Salary Ranges Just how much does a welder take home? Well, it depends on their gig, skill level, and what the…
Can You Weld Aluminum With a Regular MIG Welder? Yes, but you must set your welder up correctly using the correct gas, wire, and liner. You’ll also want to keep the welding liner straight to avoid snapping the wire. It’s important to note that welding aluminum is more challenging than welding steel and requires more…
Over the years, I’ve worn all kinds of pants when welding, from your normal cotton cloth pants to denim jeans. If you’re new to welding, you might wonder why do welders wear jeans while welding. Does it protect them somehow, or is it just for the looks.? Many welders wear jeans because it is made…
Can welding give you a tan or sunburn? If you’ve ever had a sunburn, you know how painful it can be. A welding flash can have the same reaction. I’ve personally experienced this several times over the years, from being burnt on my face, neck, arms, and even my chest. However, these incidents happened because…
If you’re new to welding you may not know that you need to protect your eyes from welding flash. This flash can be harmful to your eyes and even burn them. This is something I’ve personally experienced, however you might be wondering what can I use to protect myself from this flash? Will a pair…
Over the years I’ve welded without a mask a handful of times and I can honestly say I’ve learned my lesson. Exposure to welding flash can burn your eyes, and your skin, and even cause permanent damage. The question is what do you do if you have been welding without a mask? Welding without a…