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Wonder Women Casting: Seeking Real-Life ‘Wendy the Welder’

Doron Ofir Casting is on the hunt for real-life Wonder Women who fill the roles of Wendy the Welder, Rosie the Riveter, Mining Michelle, Long Shore Lucy,...

Careers in Welding: Naval Hull Technician

All four branches of the military offer extensive welder's training programs, each with their own unique job assignments; however, the navy is the most renowned...

FABTECH 2011 Breaks Records

Holiday madness is in full effect but the welding world isn’t sitting still just yet. If you missed out on FABTECH this year, get a summarized version...

Welding Events in December (2011)

Slim pickings here for December. With so many holiday events to prepare, it’s no wonder the welding world is quieting down a bit. For those still eager...

9 Welding Project Videos to get you Inspired

Whether welding is your passion, your occupation, or both – sometimes a little inspiration is needed when you get in a rut. Check out these welding project...

Troubleshooting Your Welding Machine

Troubleshooting your welding equipment may mean the difference between finding and fixing a simple problem rather than replacing the entire unit.  If you know what to look...

How to Avoid Common MIG Welding Mistakes

When it comes to short circuit MIG welding (GMAW), there are many mistakes that are quite easy to make that could lead to a weak weld or cold lap...

Welding Procedure Specification

The Welding Procedure Specification or WPS is a document that is used to describe welding procedures.  The objective of this document is to inform welders of the...

Lincoln Viking Welding Helmets – Free Shipping on Select Items!

Lincoln Viking Welding Helmets are among the best out there. They come in all kinds of designs and offer the safety protection that you need. makobiusas.shop has...

6 Questions About Aluminum Filler Alloy Selection

Another round of FABTECH has ended, and this years was just as exciting, innovative and informative as previous years have been. I’ve noticed quite a few videos...

What Does a Certified Welding Inspector Actually Do?

One of the most appealing aspects of working in the welding trade is the variety of career options and specializations it offers. Welding Careers As I’ve blogged...

Introduction to Brazing

Brazing is a welding process that is used to join two pieces of base metal using melted filler which flows across the joint.  When the filler metal...

Taking the Nontraditional Approach to Job Hunting

Some of us need a job, and some us really need a job. Deciding that submitting his resume was just not enough, experienced welder Charles Prather has...

MIG Welding Transfer Types

Introduction Part of what makes MIG welding what it is, is the transfer of metal, via heat, from the electrode (or welding wire) to the base metal(s)...

Why Welders Make Good Entrepreneurs

If you're a welder and have wondered about breaking out on your own, the idea might not be too far-fetched. In the UK the average entrepreneur is...

Tips for Welding Cast Iron

Cast iron is a metal that typically contains a carbon content of between two and four percent which is much larger than that found in many common...

Weekly Roundup – New Baker's Gas Refresh

makobiusas.shop just got a facelift! It’s now even easier to access Baker’s promotions, news, tips, and more. Be sure to check it out.  

Welding Poetry

Because everything exists and because even welders have a softer side, here is a collection of welding related poetry. Enjoy! (If you're brave enough, share your own...

Disaster Preparedness: Taking Matters Into a Welder’s Hands

We all love a good doomsday flick, but some of us view Armageddon, apocalypse, or whatever you want to call it as a real possibility (the TV...

Quick Welding Symbol Name Definition Guide

BEAD A bead weld (or bead of weld) is created by string or weave multiple beads in one continuous unbroken line. FILLET A fillet weld forms a...

Tips for Measuring a Fillet Weld

A fillet weld typically can be found between two perpendicular pieces of metal.  In order for your fillet weld to fit properly it should be the same...

Now Is the Time to Pick Up New Welding Gloves

You can find the leading welding equipment brands at discounted prices and with special promotions at Baker’s Gas and Welding, but during the month of November you...

Common GMAW Welding Problems and Their Solutions

Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) is believed to be one of the easiest welding processes to learn and perform. The primary reason to its ease of use...

How to Use YouTube to Grow Your Welding Business

If you’ve taken my advice and started a simple website for your welding business, now’s the time to take it a step further. Video marketing, with a...