Cast iron is a metal that typically contains a carbon content of between two and four percent which is much larger than that found in many common...

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Because everything exists and because even welders have a softer side, here is a collection of welding related poetry. Enjoy! (If you're brave enough, share your own...

We all love a good doomsday flick, but some of us view Armageddon, apocalypse, or whatever you want to call it as a real possibility (the TV...

BEAD A bead weld (or bead of weld) is created by string or weave multiple beads in one continuous unbroken line. FILLET A fillet weld forms a...

A fillet weld typically can be found between two perpendicular pieces of metal.  In order for your fillet weld to fit properly it should be the same...

You can find the leading welding equipment brands at discounted prices and with special promotions at Baker’s Gas and Welding, but during the month of November you...

Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) is believed to be one of the easiest welding processes to learn and perform. The primary reason to its ease of use...

If you’ve taken my advice and started a simple website for your welding business, now’s the time to take it a step further. Video marketing, with a...

Welding machines are something that every welder is familiar with.  They provide the power and control for the welding torches used by the welder.  The torches are...

The holiday season is fast approaching, and if you want to show off your welding skills to your relatives who are visiting from out of town, why...

The welding methods used to connect flanges to pipe will often depend on the type of flange you are preparing to weld and the base metal that...

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The Reality of Our New Economy Our economy is currently in a state of flux, dramatically altering the landscape of traditional business, commerce and trade. Ultimately, this...

Oxyacetylene welding is one of the most common welding processes still in use.  It is versatile and once it is mastered it can be used to weld...

Picture Credit: Atlas Services A study released by Frost & Sullivan in September, 2011, shows that the global demand for ARC welding equipment and related consumables increased...

When you need to create high quality welds or join two pieces of thin metal together, a TIG welder is often your best choice. TIG welders can...

Welding comes in many forms and techniques, each welding technique has something different to offer and will work better than others on different types of metals.  If...

Another go of Fabtech is soon to be underway! Get the details about that welding event and more in Welding Events in November. While you wait for...

Welders who are interested in pursuing a career in underwater welding are often unsure of who to contact for more information on the requirements necessary to become...

If you’re a veteran welder with years of experience in the welding trade, your practical knowledge and expertise represents a goldmine opportunity to earn great money by...

Just in case you needed another reason to be on your phone (or to finally upgrade to a smartphone); here are the best applications for welders with...

In the early days of welding, many welders were not required to become certified.  Welding was just seen as a useful tool that was learned while working. ...

Welding Resources: an Introduction This is the first installment of a monthly Welding Resources series. In this series, we’ll be covering key topics relevant to welding and...