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The Auto-Set Feature: What Does It Do on MIG Welders?

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Are you looking for an easier way to manage MIG welding? Whether you’re new to welding or a seasoned professional, the Auto-Set feature on MIG welders could transform your projects. It’s helpful to know that you can use this smart feature to take the guesswork out of settings like voltage and wire feed speed. It saves you valuable time, and […]

Innovations in Stud Welding: Spotlight on Tru-Weld TW6900

Learn about the advanced features of the Tru-Weld TW6900, a heavy duty stud welding system known for its high power output, digital precision, and adaptability, making it ideal for demanding industrial applications.

What To Know About Purchasing Used MIG or TIG Welders

Laying down a good weld bead relies on a lot of factors, one of which is the quality of the welding machine. A brand-new welding machine with the most advanced feature will have the most reliable and consistent outputs, but has the downside of being very expensive. Fabrication shops have a limited budget for new equipment. This has them often […]

Introduction to Dry Ice Blasting with Nu-Ice Equipment

Advantages Over Traditional Cleaning Methods Dry ice blasting offers several significant benefits over traditional methods such as sandblasting and chemical cleaning: ● No Secondary Waste: As the dry ice sublimates, it leaves no residue behind, eliminating the need for secondary cleanup. ● Non-Abrasive: The method is gentle on surfaces, preventing damage that can occur with abrasive materials. ● Environmentally Friendly: […]

FAQ: How Difficult is it to Weld Titanium Compared to Steel?

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Welders typically begin their careers working with carbon steel, mild steel, and various iron alloys, which are all relatively similar when it comes to the process and procedure. Over time, they expand their skills to include other metals, such as aluminum, stainless steel, or even entirely different materials. One metal that holds a certain reputation among welders is titanium. Some […]

Welding in Remote Places – Problems and Solutions

Welding in remote areas is essential for nationwide infrastructure, but it comes with unique challenges. The lack of infrastructure, electrical fluctuations, and the lack of skilled welders are just some of the issues contractors face. However, using the right equipment can alleviate many of these problems. Portable welders, plasma cutters, and diesel engine welders, for example, can make job sites […]

Understanding the Safety Protocols for Dry Ice Blasting

When companies are looking for an eco-friendly but still effective cleaning process, dry ice blasting is often a go-to choice. This process uses carbon dioxide pellets that evaporate quickly which are sprayed onto surfaces for cleaning. One of the best aspects of dry ice blasting is that it’s non-abrasive and safe to use on a variety of surfaces, including sensitive […]

Advantages of Lincoln’s CrossLinc® Technology

Lincoln welders with CrossLinc® technology let you focus on welding instead of going back and forth with your power source. This game-changing tech solves the traditional hurdles of handling arc setup for MIG and flux-cored welding, improving on-site workflow and safety. Probably the most frustrating and the least contributing part of any welding job is going to the power source […]

Advantages of Renting for Offshore Welding Projects

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Offshore welding is no joke and comes with many obstacles to overcome such as harsh weather conditions at sea. In order to tackle these working conditions effectively and efficiently, expert project managers make use of rented welding equipment that offer the capability to stand up to the extreme duty required for their projects. Welding equipment available, for challenging environments. Offshore […]

The Smart Buyer’s Guide to Purchasing Used Welders

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A low quality welding machine is difficult to work with and, in my experience, leads to a lot of unnecessary re-work. Every shop owner wants to buy the best and newest machines, but this is often way out of the equipment budget. So they settle for cheap machines built offshore or used welders bought at auction. There is another option. […]

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Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is the nation's leading single-source supplier of gases, welding and safety products. Known locally nationwide, our distribution network serves more than one million customers of all sizes with a broad offering of top-quality products and unmatched expertise.