Experienced MIG welders will be insulted by the simplicity of these welding tips, but they may help folks who weld infrequently. Many of us learned to weld with an old “buzz box” arc welder. We were ...

When it comes to fabrication, welding is one of the most basic fundamentals. And when it comes to welding, gas metal arc welding (GMAW), more commonly known as metal inert gas (MIG) welding, is ...

After botching many welding jobs, I have established baselines for any weld I now attempt: 1. Clamp the pieces, then add more clamps. Professional welders can strategically spot weld pieces they are ...

Anyone who has modified a car knows there are times when you need to drill holes in a firewall, or some other bulkhead, and other times when you'll need to fill those holes up. When Rerouting wiring ...

In a welding shop, workers have a choice: complete their work according to safety standards, or overlook the precautions that keep them safe. Although welding should not be dangerous when performed ...

A welding helmet, commonly referred to as a “hood,” is one of the most important pieces of personal protective equipment that a welder must have. An adequate helmet protects the eyes and skin not only ...