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Practical Welding Today January/February 2008
The Welder, formerly known as Practical Welding Today, is a showcase of the real people who make the products we use and work with every day. This magazine has served the welding community in North America well for more than 20 years.
Preweld cleaning tips for TIG
- By Paul Cameron
- Oct 27, 2014
- Arc Welding
- Article
Check out our tips for preweld cleaning for TIG processes.
What's your frequency
- By John Luck
- Jan 15, 2008
- Arc Welding
- Article
More knowledge about adjustable-output frequency has played a significant role in the development of new technologies that have made GTAW applications more reliable and adaptable.
Welding helmets in view
Welders looking for welding helmets have a lot of options to choose from. With everything that is available, it is important for welders to be informed of the protection levels of each helmet as well as the features each provide in order to find the right helmet for the job.
Aluminum Workshop: Eliminating fine shavings from 5356 wire
- By Frank Armao
- Jan 15, 2008
- Aluminum Welding
- Article
Q: I've been using my welding equipment to weld aluminum with 4043 filler for a long time without problems. Now that I have a project that requires me to use 5356 filler, I'm having problems with fine shavings that come off of this particular wire. Eventually they clog the torch liner so that the...
Stainless Steel Workshop: Duplex stainless and its alloys
- By Jeff Heagey
- Jan 15, 2008
- Metals/Materials
- Article
What is duplex stainless steel? Duplex stainless is fast becoming the material of choice when improved corrosion resistance and mechanical properties are required. Through the combined efforts of the steel producers and the filler metal manufacturers, the market is better equipped to use these...
It's a wrap
- By Amanda Carlson
- Jan 15, 2008
- Shop Management
- Article
A recap of the 2007 show, including products, the the panel discussion, and final attendance numbers.
Laser welding 201
- By Simon Engel
- Jan 15, 2008
- Laser Welding
- Article
Laser beam optimization is necessary to become or remain competitive in the laser welding industry. That is why it is important to become familiar with optimization devices that can help make the most of laser welding equipment. Training is crucial in operating such devices safely and properly.
Selecting and preparing tungsten electrodes
- By Jon Bowers
- Jan 15, 2008
- Consumables
- Article
Selecting and preparing a tungsten electrode for welding involves choosing the correct electrode diameter, and prepping the electrode with the appropriate process and equipment. Successfully performing all three will allow for a consistent and stable arc.
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- Podcast:
- The Fabricator Podcast
- Published:
- 04/30/2024
- Running Time:
- 53:00
Seth Feldman of Iowa-based Wertzbaugher Services joins The Fabricator Podcast to offer his take as a Gen Zer...
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