In recent years, the number of popular reality shows depicting real workers performing hands-on duties has increased significantly. For example, there’s the wildly popular A&E reality series Duck Dynasty...
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03/05/2015
The term ‘orbital welding’ is an important subject matter when discussing welding or manufacturing. A staple of the modern welding skill set, it’s vital for those in the industry...
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03/03/2015
The challenges presented by working on different projects can be rewarding for many. There are several avenues open to those who seek increased job variety, more responsibility and higher...
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02/26/2015
The executive vice-president of Bechtel Corp, the largest construction contractor in the U.S., has advice to those who are wondering what career to pursue. He says simply, “Learn to weld.” The...
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02/24/2015
When it comes to welding, like most any career path, one can find serious fulfillment or just a job. A lot depends on how much homework and planning a...
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02/23/2015
When cities and towns first started seeing the genesis of vocational training, i.e. skilled trades workshops for hands-on education and learning, it was towards the end of World War...
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02/19/2015
Few topics in the construction, energy, and skilled trades have proven as popular as the green revolution. Companies in all industries are looking to get more power with less...
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