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The practice of welding has existed longer than its protective gear. As professionals began to understand the importance of helmets for the job, the need to improve their long-lasting effects continued. Welding is a dangerous job with short and long-term consequences when the dangers are not taken seriously. While the safety measures and consequences of […]

To be prepared for future jobs, it is important to have various tools that allow you to operate without any qualms. While you may have plenty of useful tools at the moment, it is good to be aware of some different devices that you potentially haven’t heard of before. These are three different torque wrenches […]

Welders are often exposed to harmful fumes due to the welding process during various projects. While the gas produced from welding is common in the workplace, there are several benefits to understanding the exact dangers of it and how to prevent exposure. These are five things you should know about welding fumes that are sure […]

Every welder knows the importance of PPE to keep them safe while working. However, other commodities can be useful on the job. Recognizing what tools can make a welder’s life easier allows them to make significant improvements. Chipping Hammer As the weld forms the slag from the condensation of MIG welding, you may have to […]

Although we’d all like to imagine that we’ll be experts the second we do something new, it takes time and practice before you become a master of your craft. Welding is surely one of those crafts involving some hiccups along the way, but avoiding these five beginner welding mistakes gets you off on the right […]

Unfortunately, welders don’t have an off-season to recuperate. Even when the sun is smoldering, welders must do their daily duties. They must take additional measures to avoid significant injury or death due to the inherently harsh circumstances during the dog days of summer. Knowing these five tips for summer welding in extreme heat helps you guarantee […]

In the shipbuilding industry, welding is one of the most prevalent processes for constructing a ship. The advancement of welding technology allows the manufacturing sector to have fully waterproof and oil-tight welds. Compared to riveted connections, welded joints are simpler to create and lower the project’s cycle time. There are several types of welding used in […]

In this technologically advanced world, it seems advantageous to use it to your benefit in any way that you can. The welding industry realized this and has upgraded to an automated pipe spool welder. But what drove this change? Keeping Up With the Joneses Extremely trained and competent welders are costly, and with the lack […]

It’s crazy to imagine a working trade dating back to 5,000-plus years ago, but that’s the case for welding. Between the Bronze age, Detroit, and the history of welding, you will see where it started and the constant innovations that followed. Where It All Started The art of welding dates back to approximately 3000 BC, […]

Ergonomics is a high priority when struggling with excessive bodily wear and tear throughout your profession. When your workspace is not ergonomic, you are more likely to sustain debilitating injuries. Learning how ergonomics and welding work together will keep you from wincing in pain with every step, improving your health and productivity. What Is Ergonomics? You don’t […]