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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A Complete Guide to Weld Symbols: How to Read Them
Engineers and welders use weld symbols during construction. During metal joining processes, weld symbols are meant to indicate different parts of the process. These symbols are usually found in fabrication and engineering drawings. A weld symbol would differentiate between two sides of a joint using arrows and the ...
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Hobart Ironman 230 MIG Welder Review – Is It the Safest Model for Beginners?
Hobart Ironman 230 MIG Welder Review MIG welders are known for their accuracy, as rather than haphazardly placing their filler material on their parent and weld metals, they feed it into the weld through a loop of material. Even this trait cannot protect them from the natural dangers of welding, though. ...
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Welding Unions: How to Join and What to Expect?
If you're an aspiring welder and want to take welding as a profession or career, the first thing you need to decide is whether you will work within a union or work on your own and remain union-free. Whichever you choose depends on the type of welding career you want, your experience, working style, and preferences. ...
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Gas Welding Aluminum: How to Do It Properly
Gas welding is only one of multiple types of welding processes and is a task that requires incredible skill to pull off. It offers better control ...
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How to Use a Plasma Cutter in 5 Simple Steps
Metalworking is something many people wish to master. Operating the different metalwork machines and tools can overwhelm a beginner, and understandably so. But the trick, according to the experts, is to learn one small thing each day, and over time, you will have mastered metalwork. In this guide, we are going to ...
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Welding Galvanized Steel: Safest Methods Considered
 Galvanized steel is commonly used in versatile industries that include construction, solar, telecommunication, automotive, and agriculture. What makes this material popular is that it has the elasticity and strength of steel and the protective zinc coating is resistant to corrosion, resulting in a robust ...
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Homemade Welding Lead Reels: A Handy Solution for Those on a Budget
From the welding machine to the electrodes and safety gear, welding is a job that can burn a big hole in your pocket in one go. It doesn't matter how thrifty you are; there's no other way around than forking out hundreds of dollars or even thousands on welding equipment, as you'll still need to get the basic tools and ...
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Welding Rods Compared: 7014 vs 7018 Differences Explained
For most—if not all—beginners, choosing the right welding rod for their welding project can be one of the trickiest decisions. With so many welding rods on the market, it’s not hard to understand why many welders struggle to pick the right option. Trust us, you don’t want to make the wrong decision here, especially if ...