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Something important to consider before starting to weld is the electrode that you will use. Whether you are going to be working domestically or for a small industry: on carbon steel, cast iron, stainless steel, or aluminum, there are different welding rods sizes and types for all applications.
That's why when you ...
Welding is a pretty interesting process that involves joining two different pieces of material—mostly metal—together by using pressure, heat, or filler. Moreover, this process requires various welding techniques. Two of the most popular techniques among industry professionals are MIG and TIG welding. As their ...
Hobart and Miller are two different welding machine brands, but if you get into the details of their histories and their ownership, you find they’re very similar. For instance, they were both started in the early 1900s and are currently owned by the same parent company, namely Illinois Tool Works.
Although they ...
Is it legal to weld a truck frame? Well, this welding car frames a gray area because federal law hasn't explicitly made it illegal. There are, however, requirements on how it should be done.
As a welder, there are instances where you may consider welding the chassis. The thought may even be exciting. However, you ...
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 ...
You started electrode welding as a hobby, and you are getting to know the machine: great! It is the beginning of a journey that will let you make WOW objects and we are by your side. We hope your welding machines are too!
If you are learning, however, it may happen that something does not go the right way ...
Welding is a profession of the future, and it deserves just as much attention. In fields ranging from construction to automobile manufacturing, welders use their know-how to assemble metal parts according to recognized standards.
If you are interested in being a welder, you might be asking the following questions, ...
A helmet is probably the most important piece of equipment for a welder. The safety gear protects you from infrared light, ultraviolet rays and objects that could hit you. There are different types of welding helmets, and having the wrong one can affect your ...
