When metal warps while welding it is called weld distortion. Expert welders and beginners alike have to deal with this problem. How to stop metal from warping while welding is an important part of the craft. There are multiple causes of weld distortion. Lucky for us there are also several solutions. How do you stop…
If you want to learn how to make money welding on the side, there could not be a better time. Getting started as a freelance welder is easier today than ever. Many full-time welders make extra money on the weekend by doing side work. Some of these welders start a side business and move on…
When it comes to welding I’ve found that the small things matter a lot to laying down a good bead. The right gas, the right amperage, the right voltage setting, and even the correct wire speed all factor into a quality weld. However, in this article, I’m going to go more in-depth as to what…
If you are not a professional welder, it may be hard to know if your MIG welder is set to the proper voltage. You might find yourself asking the question, “How do I set the voltage on a MIG welder?” If that sounds like you this article will serve as a helpful guide. Keep in…
Welders are often told to drink milk as a safety precaution. Some believe milk provides a healthy resistance to dangerous chemicals produced by the welding process. It is often a source of debate among seasoned welders and rookies alike. Just sit down with a group of them and ask the question, “Why do welders drink…
When people set up a home welding workshop they inevitably come to the question, “Is it legal to weld in your garage?” I am here to help you understand any legal issues you need to consider. I am also here to focus on the safety concerns of setting up a home welding operation. It is…
Is it illegal to weld a car frame? What about a truck frame? Is it illegal to weld a semi-truck frame? Well, I am not a lawyer, but I’ve dealt with this issue from time to time at my welding shop. But it is more important to tell you why I think welding a vehicle…
When manufacturers, construction companies, and shipbuilders hire welders, they want employees that are skilled and certified. All of these fields require quality skilled people who can weld in a variety of ways and a welding vocational school is the best way to do it. The question is how long do programs like this take? So…
As a welder, you will learn that there are certain imperfections and mistakes that can happen in any welding job. Sometimes these happen because you’re still learning and sometimes they happen because we don’t notice a change we should make in our setup or we’re simply being careless. One particular issue I’ve come across is…
Have you ever taken a moment to really look at your welds? I mean really look at your welds. Do you notice any imperfections in your weld? Porosity, undercut, to little gas, not enough wire speed, low voltage. These things can all lead to cracks in your weld if you’re not careful. Welding cracks happen…