Everything in welding has a process. You will find that there are things in welding that are typically not recommended as common practice while other things simply require some technique and know-how in order to make it work effectively. I learned early in my welding career that the best welds come from using similar materials…
Welding can take place in any number of locations and environments. You may be welding in a workspace booth, in a small or tight space, in an open area, or even outdoors. As a welder, you must be prepared to deal with the circumstances at hand no matter what they may be. When it comes…
There are a lot of factors to consider when you’re planning to pursue a welding career. One important factor is the dollar signs involved in such a career. We all have to make a living and sometimes part of the selection process boils down to whether or not you will be able to make enough…
One thing I’ve learned quite well throughout my welding years is that every type of welding has its limitation. MIG welding is one that I use quite often but of course, it’s best for certain types of metals, particularly certain thicknesses. It’s important to keep in mind the functionality and capabilities of your tools so…
I’ve always found thin metal to be challenging to work with. It seems as though it’s the hardest to get to cooperate, to an extent. Of course, thin metal can be weak although it’s not usually brittle. The thinness and the contents of the metal often are the challenge and I have to prepare myself…
Oh, boy, that’s a really great-looking paint job! The problem is, I now have to weld that beautiful piece. The painted layers just won’t do, or will it? There are a lot of variables in welding, including a lot of processes to be familiar with. So can you weld over painted metal? Yes, it is…
You’re all psyched up for a welding job. Maybe it’s your first one or maybe you’re a seasoned welder and you’re just really excited for the upcoming job. You grab your gear and your tools and you hit the road to your welding location. When you arrive, the piece you are going to be welding…
In the welding industry, you quickly learn that there are numerous types of metals. There are some metals I will never work with and some metals I work with all the time. The metal you work with might also vary based on the type of welding you are doing. So what are the easiest and…
A lot of professional welders have to work every month of the year – even the cold ones. Your clients rely on you to get the job done no matter how cold it is. But, when is it too cold to weld? Metal below freezing temperatures can cause the weld not to penetrate the base…
I can remember the first time I switched on a welder and picked up the welding gun to make my first weld. My hands shook as I pointed the nozzle down towards the metal and then I slowly squeezed the trigger. Suddenly a sharp blast of sparks exploded from the end of the welding gun…