Welding Stainless Steel: What’s Different and What You Need to Know
Stainless steel shows up in food processing equipment, livestock water systems, dairy equipment, exhaust systems, and any application where corrosion…
MIG vs. TIG vs. Stick Welding: Which Process Should You Learn First?
If you're new to welding, the first question you'll run into isn't how to weld — it's which kind of…
TIG Welding 101: Is It Right for You?
For most people looking at TIG welding for beginners, it’s the process that gets them excited and experienced welders protective.…
Welding Joint Types Explained: Butt, Lap, T-Joint, Corner, and Edge
Before you weld any two pieces of metal together, you need to know what type of joint you're making. Generally,…
Welding Gloves Compared: MIG vs. TIG vs. Stick vs. Multi-Purpose
Welding gloves are not all the same, and the difference matters more than most beginners expect. A TIG glove on…
What Metal Can You Weld? Mild Steel, Stainless, and Aluminum Basics
So, what metals can you weld? The short answer: most metals can be welded. However, the longer answer is that…
Understanding Shielding Gas: What to Buy and Why
Shielding gas is the part of MIG and TIG welding that beginners understand least and overthink most. In fact, the…