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Shielded Metal Arc Welding, also known as stick welding is a more forgiving weld then other types of welding and has been one of the most popular...

Welding and Blacksmithing are often associated and compared although they are different industries and require unique skills. This post will break-down the details of what it means...

During the winter months, the best welding project is something you can do indoors and, best yet, use indoors as well. In fact, welding your own lamp...

TIG welding, or tungsten inert gas welding, also known as GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding), is one of my personal favorites.  It consists of a piece of...

Have you ever considered starting your own welding business? Like any business it is not an easy thing to do. In fact, it is a very risky...

Enjoy welding projects for your house, garden, farm, or shop.  Whether you’re a weekend welder or a serious craftsman, welding can be a very fulfilling pastime.  If...

Welding isn't just for constructing industrial structures; it's a fantastic way to unleash your artistic side and create stunning pieces for your home

The practice of welding requires specialized knowledge in the different techniques as well as what type of metals can be joined.  Not all metals can be used...

Holiday ornaments are the perfect welding projects for Christmas vacation, especially if you’ve just received a new welding machine or a new helmet that you’d like to...

Many welders learn their trade by stick welding with 7018, 6010, and 6011 welding rods. The rods are versatile, easy to work with, and can be used...

When you’re out in the field (which could be anytime in your life when you’re not working in the shop, whether you’re on or off the job),...

There are a lot of popular workout routines trending right now from pickleball to cross fit, but no matter how you stay fit, you need the right...

Welding ranks among the most in-demand and well paid skilled trades, and there is no doubt welding can be a lucrative career. You can make an excellent...

Welding: –verb, to unite or fuse (as pieces of metal) by hammering, compressing, or the like, esp. after rendering soft or pasty by heat, and sometimes with...

A common metal that is welded is aluminum. Aluminum is everywhere. It is in soda cans for example. Aluminum has many uses and is relativity easy to...

From Arizona to Indiana, Australia, and even Japan, welders all over the world have the chance to put their skills to test against other welders. Now it’s...

Though Arc Welding is one of the more popular welding methods these days, there are still some issues that can arise from performing it if you are...

Stick welding is technically called Shielded Metal Arc Welding. It's a very good skill to have, and one that is in high demand in many places. There...

Welding Stainless Steel Welders often use stainless steel because it is very resistant to both rust and corrosion, thanks to the high levels of chromium contained in it. 

If you are a beginning welder, you might be overwhelmed by the sheer amount of welding electrodes that are out there. There are many different kinds of...