If you do much stick welding at all you know one of the most common issues is your welding rod getting stuck to the metal on the initial contact. This can be a frustrating issue to deal with and one I had to fix several times over my welding career. So why do welding rods…
Are thinking about becoming a welder but worried it might be a stressful job. Truth be told welding can be a stressful job. I’ve been doing it for 20 years and I don’t want to sugarcoat things and make it sound like it’s perfect. There are a lot of factors that can contribute to this….
I’ve been welding for over 20 years and one thing I can tell you is that proper eye care is a must. In that time I’ve probably burned my eyes at least seven to ten times. If you’ve ever burnt your eyes it’s a painful experience. The question is, is welding bad for your eyes….
I’ve been running a welding business for the last 12 years and hiring new employees is one of those jobs I’ve become quite familiar with over the years. In that time I’ve seen all kinds of people come through my door and there are some things that make a potential candidate great and things that…
One of the worst things I’ve found to weld over the years is galvanized metal. While welding does create fumes if you’re welding galvanized metal the fumes can be extremely unsafe. So this begs the question, what is the best way to weld galvanized steel and do it safely. The best way to weld galvanized…
Over the years I’ve welded all sorts of stuff from regular mild steel, aluminum, and galvanized, to stainless steel. When it comes to welding different types of steel, especially stainless steel you need to understand the properties of the metal before you can just start welding it. So what is the best way to weld…
Welders have many unique methods to get a job done. One method is welding upside down, also known as overhead welding. This method is sometimes necessary to get a good result. When you’re welding upside down or overhead you’ll want to keep the weld in front of you and slightly above eye height. This will…
Welding is a form of art that is overlooked by most people. It is still a rare skill set; the average person has little to no experience welding. Academies, community colleges, and technical institutions will all offer skills on how to perform different kinds of welds. Welding takes a great amount of precision and skill…
Welding is one of those things that has to be done right or they could break causing people to get hurt or even worse killed. Not every weld is this important but if it is you’ll be glad you knew what to look for by reading this article. So what makes a bad weld? Bad…
When I was first getting started as a welder I made a lot of mistakes. I made a lot of bad welds but I learned a lot and over time I improved my skills. Overall I found that there are seven things that make a great weld. Welding requires a clean surface, a good shielding…