6 Interesting Welding Facts
Welding first appeared in the Bronze Age The process of joining metals dates back thousands of years to 15th century Europe. Although not what we think of as welding today, it started the revolution. Forge Welding is the oldest form of welding and has been in use...
What is Plasma Cutting?
A plasma torch is a powerful tool for cutting through electrically conductive materials such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, etc. An accelerated jet of hot plasma slices through the work material with ease. Depending on the system, you can cut up to a 6-inch...
Are These Industry Concerns Affecting Your Business?
The past year brought many challenges for the welding and fabrication industry: Rising costs, supply chain issues, long lead times, and hiring/re-hiring as people return to work. Are these issues affecting you and your business? Rising Costs A number of factors...
MIG Welding: Tips for Getting Started
Before you lay your first weld, it’s important to become familiar with the machine’s settings. Proper voltage, wire speed, wire size, and gas are among the first components to get right. Once you find the right balance, you’ll be on your way to producing quality...
Food and Beverage Gas Systems
Food grade CO2 is essential for microbreweries, bars, and restaurants to provide quality beverages, perfectly poured every time. Your favorite sodas and beers require a precise blend of the right gases for a superior product. CO2 and Nitrogen are gases commonly found...
Need an Extra Hand
Have you ever thought about Magswitch? What is Magswitch? A magnet with an on / off switch! A full line of magnetic tools that are changing the way you work. Magswitch welding & fabrication magnets are engineered to drive productivity for professional welders and...
Finding the Perfect Welding Hood
Deciding between a passive helmet vs. an auto darkening helmet? Passive welding hoods use a dark tinted lens of shades 9-14 based on level of protection needed, 10 being the most common. They usually are less expensive but require a learned skill to flip down at just...
Why Dry Ice Blasting May Be Right For You?
FACILITY MAINTENANCE: Using dry ice has many benefits when it comes to cleaning facilities and/or equipment. Dirt, soot, grease and oil buildup in production facilities can cause machinery to function improperly creating issues downstream not to mention an unsafe...
THEY ARE NOT ALL CREATED EQUAL: Why You Should Buy Your CNC Plasma Consumables from an Authorized Dealer.
Resist the temptation of “The Deal.” Not all CNC Plasma consumables are created equal. If your last shipment of CNC plasma consumables came from a source such as Amazon or eBay, keep reading, but most importantly, take your finger off the Buy Now button! For many...
Paperless Office
Every business owner and office manager is looking for ways to improve efficiency and cut unnecessary costs. An option often mentioned, but which can be hard to implement, is the ‘paperless office.’ Welders Supply offers paperless billing as a step to help get you...
Safety Issues in the Abrasive World
The following are necessary for personal protection equipment (PPE) in working with abrasives. Most commonly found in the industrial environment are loud noises, sparks and fumes. 1. Goggles with side shields 2. Ear protection 3. Face Mask or respirator...
Understanding the Total Cost of Welding
Do you know what it costs to complete a weldment? Have you ever analyzed what factors influence welding costs? Would you like to be more accurate in quoting jobs? It’s time to look at and understand what goes in to the total cost of welding. Welders supply is here to...
Understanding Anti-Spatter
Today’s topic is Anti-Spatter Spray. Most spatter issues can be resolved by having a correct set up of your MIG welder. There are two procedures that anti-spatter is commonly used for. 1. Coating on work piece or on fixture 2. Coating nozzles Most times when you hear...
Flap Discs
Today we look at the differences between Type 27 and Type 29 Flap Discs and Type 1 and Type 27 Cut Off Wheels What is the difference between a Type 27 and a Type 29 Flap Disc? A Type 27 flap disc is referred to as a flat disc. It is best used at a 0-15 degree angle....
What is the cause of rusting on Stainless Steel?
Stainless steel is naturally able to resist rusting because of a passivated chromium oxide layer that forms on the surface. The formation of this layer is called passivation. When anything is done to the stainless such as sanding, wire brushing or welding the...
What Do You Need To Know About Cylinder Tracking?
Do you know how many cylinders you have out? Do you know how long you have had them? Are you concerned with the accuracy of your cylinder rental statement? Are you certain that if a cylinder on your account is returned, no matter by whom, that you will get credit?...
Scotch Brite hand pads and Surface Conditioning Discs
Today we look at Scotch Brite hand pads and Surface Conditioning Discs. This information is based on using a good quality product. Some lesser quality products do not follow the same protocol as good quality providers would. When using surface conditioning discs,...
Abrasives and Finishing
Today we start to look into finishing. The number one rule is to start at the desired finish. If the customer wants 4B finish, which is 120-150 grit, why not start by cutting the weld with a 120 flap wheel. Is it going to be slower, yes, but if you can do it in only...
Understanding the ABCs of a Grinding Wheel
What do the letters A-60-SBF mean? A= Aluminum Oxide C= Silicon Carbide Z= Zirconia Alumina The Middle Number is Grit Size 16- 100 The next letter is Hardness grade: N,O,P Soft Q.R.S Medium T,U,V Hard The last two letters are the Bond: B= Resin BF = Resin with...
Abrasive Grit and Materials. What Does it All Mean?
Abrasive Grit Size Abrasive grit size is determined by dropping the grit through a 1 inch by 1 inch screen with the same number of holes that match the grit, so 24 holes equals 24 grit. If the grit gets stopped in that screen then it is 24 grit. Some of the finer...
