Most people associate a sculptor with a hammer and chisel. Yes, these are the basic tools of an artist working with stone or wood. When working with these materials the sculptor starts out with a larg...
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Welding is a friction process used to join metals or thermoplastics by melting and fusing them together. A filler, usually a molten metal or plastic, is used in welding to hold the work pieces togethe...
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Not all metals can be processed without effort by welding procedures; there are some with very high conductivity properties that accumulate and generate heat almost instantly: it is the case of al...
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Arc welding has given us a major step up in the manufacture of metal components. So, how exactly does it work?
Arc welding uses an electrical power source that creates an arc between an electrode...
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Most homeowners have certain standard tools for repair of household items, and a welder just wouldn't be on that list of what is "typical". Considering my experiences, I think a lot of homeown...
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This article covers some welding defects that are sometimes overlooked or not considered. Each welding project requires careful considerations. They include:
- The process, the type of welding i...
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Different metals have different characteristics that affect their
ability to be welded or cut.
The welding process involves melting the base metal parts and adding
filler metal that has the same melti...
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