As the economy begins to recover in 2022, there will be many openings available in manufacturing, maintenance and repairs, and construction. Aging infrastructure will push the development of new buildings, bridges, and roads—all requiring the expertise of welders,...

Properly maintaining and operating equipment produces a quality product, but also prevents costly mistakes and headaches down the road. Having to repair and rework poor welds will eat away at your bottom line. In this article, we’ll go over some common welding...

If you’re in search of a unique gas for a particular purpose, a carefully developed gas mixture can deliver the results you need.  Applications that use specialty gases are almost endless.  Specialty gases are frequently used in a number of different...

You may be surprised to learn that dry ice has a long list of useful applications for everyday use and across many industries. Industrial, medical, agricultural, food processing, and many others use this diverse product. Whether you simply need to keep food cold on a...

Have you considered how automation could help you achieve your goals? If you’re experiencing labor shortages, missed schedules and deadlines, inconsistent quality and decreased productivity— automation could be your solution. With an automated solution, you can...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...