There is a common misconception from people who are not welders. That misconception is that all a welder has to do is grab the welding gun and...

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 on your own, that is without an instructor over your back and in your ear, is the ultimate goal for any budding welder – just don’t...

Many welders have expressed an interest in underwater welding.  Underwater welding uses a type of shielded metal arc welding, where you have to use a waterproof electrode. ...

Continuing with our “Welding Starter Guide” series, here’s a thorough introduction to shielded metal arc welding. Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), or stick welding, is a popular...

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...