Maintaining Plasma Cutting Systems and Compressed Air
Today’s guest post is by Tim Lux of Miller Electric. When issues arise in plasma cutting systems, many of them stem from problems with the air supply....
One Simple Reason you Should Never Leave Welding School Early
Many student welders are tempted to leave welding school early. There is always that job offer, the lure of having money to spend and then you could...
Hypertherm Powermax Plasma Cutter Selection Guide - Which cutter is right for you?
There are many things to take in consideration when selecting a plasma cutter. Read this blog post to find out what plasma system would work best for...
Stick welding, or manual metal arc welding, is perhaps the favored welding practice world wide. In terms of repairs, maintenance, steel construction, and also industrial fabrication a...
Welding rods are very important in the welding process. They add material into the weld zone. Usually the welding rod is made of the same things that...
How to Properly Set an Auto-Darkening Welding Helmet
A welding helmet is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment that a welder uses. An auto-darkening welding helmet features a lens that instantly darkens...
Tillman is one of the most renowned top manufacturers of high-quality welding gloves and protective gear. They make the best-fitting gloves on the market today in a...
With the current economy focusing on "green" jobs and technology, the employment outlook is bright for workers possessing welding skills. Although welding is not generally thought of...
The Optrel e3000X PAPR has changed the game for respiratory protection! This PAPR offers the highest level of filtration and a crisp welding view through the Crystal 2.0, Panoramaxx...
The tip of your cutting torch is based on the flame characteristics of the fuel gas used, material cutting, and is where all the action takes place. ...
News in the welding world has been all over the place this week! Special events are covered (such as the 2010 EAA AirVenture show), a nice collection...
It’s time for another holiday welding project round up. Whether you need welding project plans or some top notch inspiration, we’re building off last year’s list of...
Weekly Roundup – One Man's Trash is Another Man's Sculpture
Aside from news in the “Welding Gone Wrong” category, not much has brewed in the welding world this week. Enjoy! Picture Credit: The US Navy Special...
If you’re a home based project welder, you’re always on the lookout for new, interesting and fun welding projects you can construct in your home welding workshop....
Welding Fact or Fiction: Alternative Fuels Can’t Be Used for Welding and Cutting Steel
Introduction Alternative fuels, including propylene, propane, and natural gas, have earned a reputation for having a wide application. They have found their way into countless applications in...