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How Do You Make a Good MIG Weld? 5 Tips for Beginner Welders

MIG welding, or Metal Inert Gas welding, is one of the most widely used welding processes and typically the first method new welders learn. It uses a continuously fed wire electrode and a shielding gas to produce clean, consistent welds on a range […]

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How Long Is Electrician Trade School?

If you’re considering enrolling in electrician school, you’re probably wondering how much time you would need to invest into this career path. While becoming an […]

Going to Trade School in Jacksonville, Florida

Thinking about your next step after high school or a career change? If trade school in Jacksonville, Florida is on your radar, it’s worth knowing […]

Small Welding Projects Ideas for Beginners

Looking for ways to practice your newly learned welding skills? Put your metal-fusing know-how to work with these small, beginner welding projects. With short supply […]

What Tools Do Pipefitters Use?

Pipefitters work with a wide range of hand tools, measuring instruments, and precision devices to install, cut, align, and join pipe systems across industrial and […]

TWS Campuses Rank in Top 5% Nationwide for ROI

We’re proud to announce our Tulsa Welding School campuses in Houston and Jacksonville have been ranked in the top 5% of 4,600 colleges nationwide for […]

List of SMAW Welding Certificates

If you’re learning stick welding, getting certified is key to getting a welding job. Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) certifications prove you can pass hands-on […]

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