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The Advantages of Remote Pendants for Welding


Welding is one of the most important jobs in the entire industrial complex. The ability to join pieces of metal is absolutely foundational to every aspect of modern society, from the way we build cars to the buildings we live and work in. Welding often occurs in places that are hard for human bodies to […]

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Air vs. Water Cooling for Orbital Weld Heads


Orbital welding is a critical tool used in various industries, including aerospace, shipbuilding, oil and gas, and all kinds of engineering. It helps workers complete welds in hard-to-reach locations that require the highest level of precision. Every orbital welding system requires a cooling system to keep the welding head from overheating. Learn the difference between […]

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All You Need To Know About Fire Blankets for Welding


Welding is a craft that uses powerful tools to bond metal together. However, by using tools that emit high-temperature flames, there is always a slight risk of something going wrong. You can mitigate these risks with proper training, but it’s always good to have a plan in place to help ensure your safety. Here is […]

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The Proper Way To Use Torque Wrenches for Welding


Think about the tools that people use during a regular repair job. Having a diverse kit with tools for every scenario is important. Welding jobs put you in difficult situations where different tools are necessary to make it easier for you to work. Whether you are working with a rusted metal panel or a standard […]

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5 Tips for Welding in an Extremely Cold Environment


Whether your project is delayed due to hail or you’re trying to finish a last-minute build before the snow falls, winter weather typically makes it harder to weld. While it isn’t impossible to weld successfully in the winter, it is more difficult. However, it’s important to prepare yourself for the extra work involved. Check out […]

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Tips for Troubleshooting a Pipe Spool Welding Machine


Several large-scale industries, such as construction and aerospace, employ pipe spool welding for projects that can’t be completed without the use of specialized welding tools. However, your pipe spool welding machine can only run for so long before it begins experiencing issues. If your machine has an issue, here are a few tips for troubleshooting […]

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What You Should Know About Beveling & Weld Preparation


Welding and beveling occasionally become two sides of the same coin. Beveling is necessary when attempting to weld metals that are too thick. Though it sounds complicated at first, beveling and welding go hand in hand. Here’s what you should know about beveling and weld preparation. When To Bevel Anything thicker than a quarter of […]

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5 Tips for Choosing the Right Air Impact Wrench


During certain jobs, occasionally a bolt or screw will not loosen. Sometimes it’s just a hiccup in the repair process, but an everyday tool may not be up to more complex tasks. This is typically the case with industrial machines but occasionally happens with things like car repairs as well. Whether you’re trying to make […]

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5 Things You Need To Know About Torque Wrenches


Welders may find themselves in several scenarios where they need a quick and efficient way of getting to a location for a weld. From sealed metal boxes full of wires to panels that are tough to open, it’s good to have a specialized tool to help make your setup period quick and easy. Here are […]

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3 Ways To Improve Your TIG Welding Technique


Tungsten inert gas welding is a great technique to touch up current projects or when dealing with thin objects requiring a more delicate approach. However, with how small the margin for error is and the expectations for the final result, it is one of the hardest processes to master. These are three ways to improve […]

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