Welding

Are you excited about learning to weld but unsure of what kind of tools you need? Whether you’re enrolled in a welding training program at a trade school or are just starting to dabble at home, having the right equipment can be important to producing clean, strong welds. As one of the larger purchases you […]

A welding gun is a portable device used to achieve semi-automatic or automatic welds on pieces of metal.1 As you’ll learn throughout the course of your welding classes, welders rely on several types of equipment to perform their trade. The most basic equipment setup in most semi- or fully automatic arc welding processes usually consists […]

“Things need to be repaired, maintained, and improved because if we let them go for the next 60-90 days it would be a lot more expensive for companies and would probably cost a lot more jobs in the long run.” — Robert Jenkins, a steamfitter and welder in Springfield, Oregon1 While workers across the nation […]

A man dons a welding helmet, his gaze fixed on the metal object in front of him, sparks fly from his welding torch—it’s the classic image of a welder. But, it’s dated. The face of a welder is changing, taking on new forms as men and women— young and old—find their passion in metal fusing. […]

Men and women can take 4 steps to become a welder in Florida: Earn a high school diploma or GED. Complete a welding training Land a welding Obtain welding certifications.1 These steps are common to the welding career path. Keep in mind some people take fewer or additional steps to enter the metal joining industry. […]

A structural welder lays out and fabricates the metal framework that supports commercial and industrial structures. Structural welders also cut and repair metal for beams, columns, girders and other building components.1 If you want to pursue a structural welding career and are looking for an especially adventurous job, you may want to consider becoming a […]

There are a number of adventurous and well-paying welding jobs. If you are looking for a career that is exciting and challenging, welding might be the right choice for you. The military, NASA or NASCAR offer openings for the bold welder. What Is Considered an Adventurous Job? An adventurous job is typically associated with excitement, […]