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Booming Demand: Women in Skilled Trades (WIST)

In the 21st century, gender norms about careers are breaking down in a big way. Women are increasingly going into the trades in order to fill the labor gap and pursue work that’s in high demand. How are women in skilled trades (WIST) changing the […]

Welders Needed to Improve Safety of American Railroads and Oil Tank Cars

A surge in shipping crude oil by rail has unfortunately resulted in derailments. Accidents involving oil tank cars have become a growing problem in the […]

Basic Principles of Welding

At a basic level, welding consists of using heat, pressure, or a combination of both to bond two pieces of metal together. If you were […]

Historically & Architecturally Significant Welded Structures

Welding dates back thousands of years. In the 20th century, the art and science of forging metal together began growing. Welding helped complete the Panama Canal by […]

History of Welding in Space

Welding in space is different from welding on Earth. The Russians were the first to explore welding in zero gravity and/or in a vacuum. As […]

New Technology Is Revolutionizing Welding

The welding industry is evolving more quickly than ever before. New developments have made welding more accurate, more efficient, and ultimately, more cost-effective. Here is […]

What It Takes to Work as a Pipefitter in Texas

Licensing laws for pipefitters vary from state to state. While Texas does not require pipefitters to obtain a license, those who also handle plumbing jobs will need official licensing in order […]

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