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Welding Techniques for Different Types of Metals

Welders are responsible not only for knowing a variety of welding techniques, but for how to weld a variety of metals. Different metals possess different properties, and a technique that works well on one metal may produce a very poor weld on another. […]

Uses and Advantages of Flux-Core Arc Welding

Flux-core arc welding (FCAW) is an automatic or semi-automatic electric arc welding process. In practice it is very similar to MIG welding, in which both […]

Cleaning Base Metals for Better Welds

No matter the material or the style of welding, it is important to work using clean base metals. Metals with surface rust, dirt, soot, and […]

The Challenging Art of Shipfitting

The year was 1912, and the vessel deemed by many to be “unsinkable” had set sail. This ship was the Titanic, as you may have […]

Nondestructive Testing in Welding

In the welding industry, workers do more than fuse metal together. Technicians also conduct quality control operations to ensure that an item is properly constructed […]

Commonly Encountered Plumbing Issues

Home ownership is a joy most of the time. You can decorate with your own style, landscape with pretty flowers and so much more. But […]

The Benefits of Solar Energy

Energy is a sore topic of discussion. “My electric bill was astronomical!” and “I can’t believe the price of gas went up again!” are frequent […]

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