Christopher McDonagh
Christopher McDonagh
Chris is a teacher of Literature at a school in New Berlin, Wisconsin. He is also our favorite irreplaceable freelance writer who can turn such a boring topic into something that people read with interest and pleasure.

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Riveting vs. Welding: Which Process Works Best?
All professionals use various types of tools, tricks, and methods to perform their duties. Metal dealers use welding machines and bolts to join different pieces of metals, while plumbers use pipe joints to connect pipes. Metal fabrication is a profession that requires several years of training and apprenticeship to ...
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6 Best TIG Welders under $1000: Variety of Amazing Features!
While a good welder is crucial for any workshop, it's also important to have the right one for the job. After all, a high-quality TIG welder can be used for projects ranging from fixing your car to building your dream home. But here's the thing: choosing the right model for you isn't a walk in the park. When buying ...
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Seamless vs Welded Pipe: Which One Provides Sturdier Construction?
Welding is a science but it can seem a bit like magic. Metal is heated, connects to pieces of metal, and when done properly, the bond is tight, secure, and durable. Many people are wary of entering the world of welding, not only because of the skill involved but because of the many Information about the most commonly ...
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Hobart Handler 190 Review – Long Lasting and Easy to Use!
Hobart Handler 190 Review The Hobart Handler 190 is what is known as a Flux cored arc welding (FCAW) is a semi-automatic or automatic arc welding process that is similar to metal active gas (MAG) welding.. There has been a rise in this method of welding lately. While it has not yet replaced manual metal arc ...
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Welding Without a Mask: Is It Safe?
Practicing a profession such as welding involves numerous risks, first of all, that of seriously injuring the eyes. But honestly, we've all seen pure daredevils weld with stick electrodes and flux wires without a mask on. They seem to have telescoping eyes like the barreleyes, which can filter out sunlight. But ...
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10 Quality Plasma Cutters under $300 – An Affordable Solution for Tough Jobs
At first look, they look like inverters or stabilizers; but no they're not! They perform tough jobs and are often deployed for productive uses that involve metal works. Depending on which material you need it for, there is a choice between different models with different cutting abilities or thicknesses. But is it ...
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5 Best Plasma Cutters with Built-In Compressor for Better Portability
Weirdly enough, some well-marketed plasma cutters with built-in compressors don’t live up to their hype. However, a lot of people assume they are excellent options because of a few good marketing campaigns. Being one of those people can easily turn south, and that is a situation to be avoided. For a guarantee that ...
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6 Best 120V Welders for Home and Occasional Use
A substandard welder is a catastrophe for your welding projects. Unfortunately, some pay for the device, have it delivered, then find out quality is nowhere near good enough when it’s too late. Nonetheless, the best 120V welders are still available in a difficult to navigate market. Finding them is like walking a ...
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Best Welding Schools and Colleges in America. The Ultimate List
Welding offers multiple career advantages for mechanically inclined people. Different industries, including engineering, building and construction, technical sales, and manufacturing and assembly, have a high demand for welders. The opportunities for employment in welding keep growing, and the industry's future is an ...
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A Guide to Field Welding: Regulations and Requirements
While shop welding is the most common type of welding, field welding can be more challenging. Welding in the workshop gives you the freedom on welding equipment to use but, for instance, not all welders are suitable for field welding. In this post, we will tell you what field welding is, how it differs from shop ...