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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Welding Torch for the Job
Welding takes precision, patience and incredible skills, but you can’t get any of it done without the right tools. Whether you're working in a shop, out on the field, or in your garage, a dependable welding torch is essential for getting the job done right. But with so many welding torches to choose from, how are you supposed to know which one to choose? Don’t worry, it’s not just you. Many welders have trouble figuring out exactly which welding torch or welding torches work for their specifi
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Sep 19th 2024
Top 5 Welder’s Glasses Every Fabricator Should Know About
Whether you’re a metal fabricator, welder, or even a carpenter, besides your hands, your eyes are your most valuable asset. No matter what the task at hand (no pun intended), equipping yourself with the right welder's glasses can make all the difference between a polished piece of work and a trip to the emergency room. We found five of the best welders glasses to protect your eyes and reduce the risk of injury.OptX™ Laser Safety Glasses While laser welding was introduced back in the 196
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Sep 19th 2024
ARC-ZONE.COM & RICO ABREU RACING ANNOUCE A MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP
Vista, CA – Arc-Zone.com, a pioneer in the metal fabrication industry for the past 25 years, is thrilled to announce a multi-year partnership with Rico Abreu Racing.Arc-Zone.com, founded in 1998, has built a reputation for delivering cutting-edge solutions and unparalleled customer support in the metalworking industry. Now, the company is shifting gears and venturing into the high-speed world of motorsports, joining forces with the Rico Abreu Racing Team.Arc-Zone.com, founder Jim Watson, brings
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Dec 15th 2023
What Is Undercut in Welding?
You know how frustrating it is to find an undercut in your work, but what exactly is undercutting in the welding process, and how does it happen?A common occurrence even among professionals, an undercut can lead to diminished joint strength and unsafe structures. Welding requires precision and care to achieve the desired results, and undercutting is one of the most recurrent defects in welding.In this post, I'll provide a complete overview of what undercutting is, the different types, causes and
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Nov 21st 2023
What Is Stick Welding? Your in-Depth Guide
Stick welding is an informal way of referring to shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), manual electrode welding, manual arc welding, manual metal arc welding (MMA), or flux-shielded arc welding.
Regardless of what you call it, this method is typically the first welding process taught to a person when they start training.
Stick welding is easier to learn than other types of welding and requires a less expensive and simpler setup for those who don't want to deal with a gas tank.
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Nov 13th 2023