Welding Knowledge

I’ve been getting a lot of questions about welding with brass so I put this together to answer some questions and show you what it’s all about. Having brass in your shop is something really beneficial to have. If you…

Welding with aluminum is a whole different monster than welding with steel. You’re working with a material that is much softer and the melting point is a lot quicker. Aluminum melts around 1400 degrees Fahrenheit so you don’t need a…

Building a rat rod is an inexpensive project you can work on at home or the shop. These classic cars aren’t your typical hot rod. A rat rod lets you get creative and build a project car that is truly…

What is the job demand in the welding industry? Welding jobs are some of the highest-paid jobs in the skilled trades. But those that are considering welding as a career may be wondering what the demand for welders actually is. …

Welders are in high demand, highly skilled workers that are essential to many different industries. As a certified welder, you can find work repairing and maintaining community infrastructure, building pipelines to help energy companies get fuel and oil across the…

Whether you’re an avid home-based welder or starting a business, setting up a welding shop takes some work.  However, with the right planning and preparation, you can build a shop your friends and colleagues will be envious of.  Here are…

When you’re first learning to weld, you’ll spend a lot of time working with steel. It’s a durable workpiece that you can use to practice a number of different welding techniques. It is used in a variety of applications from…

Welding is actually a fairly versatile skill. It can be used around the home, in the garage, or in a professional setting. No matter your welding goals, it is important to have a firm grasp of the basics.  Sometimes materials…

Stick welding is an essential skill that every great welder needs to learn. Just like MIG or TIG welding, this process can be used to complete a range of different projects from work around the house to large scale industrial…

MIG welding is an essential skill for all welders. But what is it exactly, and what can go wrong when giving it a try? To help you navigate the ins and outs of MIG welding, we’ve laid out the basics…