Welding Cast Iron
Cast iron metalworking is a historic trade known for its difficulties and frustrations in which welders from around the globe today will be familiar with. Cast iron is becoming less … Read more
Welding
TIG vs MIG Welding
Competition between the various types of welding will never cease to exist within our usually peaceful workshops. Within the metal world, there is no argument more prominent or fiery than … Read more
Good Weld vs Bad Weld
It is not always easy to determine whether a weld is good or bad. Welds are nearly always categorized between a range of acceptable and unacceptable, especially when considering factors … Read more
AC vs DC Welding. Differences, Pros & Cons.
Often confusing for beginners and professionals alike is the topic of AC vs DC welding. AC and DC refer to the power supply used for the process of welding, and … Read more
Stick Welding Sheet Metal
Welding sheet metals is considered a highly skillful process that requires years of repetitional practice to master. Most commonly used for welding sheet metals (in order) are the welding processes … Read more
Can You Weld in the Rain? Is It Safe?
We all know that welding is not a wet job. But, What do you do if you are exposed to rain while welding? Should you continue, and is it safe … Read more
Welding vs Riveting
In metalworking, welding and riveting are two of the most commonly used metal-joining methods. A common question to ask is which should I use for my project between welding and … Read more
Welding vs Brazing vs Soldering
Welding, brazing, and soldering are all specialist forms of metal joinery. Each is characteristically different through its application, practicality, and final appearance once applied and we shall compare these differences, … Read more
MIG Welding Stainless Steel
You can utilize a number of different techniques to join stainless steel. MIG welding is one of the most versatile welding techniques. But can you use MIG to weld stainless … Read more
TIG Welding Gas
GTAW or TIG welding is one of the most versatile processes available for welding because it can be used with metals that can’t be heated with an arc alone, such … Read more
Weld Porosity: Types, Causes and Prevention
Welding porosity occurs when there are cavities or gaps left between the welded metal surface. These gaps are empty spaces where the metal has not melted completely, which can lead … Read more
MIG Welding Gas
MIG welding allows for continuous welding and produces cleaner, neater welds. This process uses a continuous wire to create a weld. Unlike other welding methods, there is no need for … Read more
Welding Joints
In the world of metalworking and engineering, the tasks at hand will always appear simpler than they really are, no matter how big or small. A tradesperson can spend a … Read more