Gas welding and cutting are processes which use oxygen and fuel gases to cut and weld metals. The method was first used by French engineers in 1903....

There are literally hundreds of tips on how to make your MIG welding jobs safer or easier. Many of these tips are passed down from older welders...

Helium is a gas that is used in many different fields. One of the most common and well-known uses is in the welding industry. Welders depend on...

Radiographic film and other media is increasingly used in welding. The radiographic interpreter reads the films and then relays what they see to the people who need...

Stinger Welding is a well-known welding company. The company has been working on building a new fabrication plant located in Libby, Montana. Recently, the company was given...

Have you ever considered starting your own welding business? Like any business it is not an easy thing to do. In fact, it is a very risky...

TIG is a form of welding that is still quite popular among welders. There are many tips and tricks that can help make your welding jobs easier....

For many years acetylene has been the cutting fuel of choice for cutting metals, but there are many alternative fuels that can be mixed with oxygen for...

MIG welding is a very popular form of welding that is used in many applications. Welding is a challenging career. Veteran welders are always able to use...

What is a Grinding Wheel? A grinding wheel is composed of an abrasive compound. The expendable wheel is used for abrasive cutting or grinding. Wheels are made...

What happens when you need to attach a small bolt or metal component to another piece of metal, and firing up the old arc welder just isn’t...

Plants add a lot of color and cheer to a home, but it can be tricky to find a place for them. There are only so many...

Ask anyone and you will get the same exact answer: education is expensive. In order to have a career that is fulfilling and will allow you to...

The economy has proven to be a difficult time for everyone. Small businesses have found it particularly challenging to keep afloat and many have been forced to...

The following torch cutting instructional videos are provided by Smith Equipment. Smith Equipment offers an extensive line of cutting torches, gas regulators, tips and replacement gauges. Acetylene...

The highest standards for welding companies are those that are set by the American Welding Society (AWS). The society's standards are so high that many companies are...

In the simplest sense of the word, gas cylinders are pressurized vessels used to store gas above atmospheric pressure. Bottled gases or cylinder gases are most commonly...

Lasers are classified by the measurement of their power out-up, with a rating ranging from 1 to 4; 1 being the lowest and least hazardous, and 4...

Are you a welding inspector? Are you currently in class studying to be a welder? Are you a welding teacher? Then you might want to consider investing...

This week’s roundup is serving up a lot of special news! Get expert advice on good safety practices for gas grills from us here at Baker’s Gas,...

Have you ever considered teaching? The American Welding Society (AWS) has made it easier than ever to become a Certified Welding Educator (CWE). This program is made...

Having attended the Iola Old Car Show last weekend (held in the Wisconsin city of its namesake during the second weekend of each July) I was inspired...

Oxyfuel welding is a popular form of welding that is in use in many areas. It can also be a very dangerous form of welding. Mixing the...

Miller Electric Mfg. Co. has announced the launch of the 6th annual Welding Projects Challenge: "What Drives You?" This competition is hosted by Miller and is held...