Aluminum’s unique properties, such as high thermal conductivity, rapid heat dissipation, and its persistent oxide layer, mean ...

In the tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding process, an electric arc is struck between a refractory electrode made of tungsten and the work piece, while a shroud of inert gas, usually argon, shields the ...

When I first started tinkering with cars, one of the first big hurdles was how to complete certain tasks without the ability to weld. Shaving trim holes, repairing rusty panels, or fabricating custom ...

California machine shop quadrupled output by switching from manual TIG to robotic laser welding, eliminating skilled labor ...

We’ve been aware of the shortage of skilled welders due to retirements for some time. In recent years the shortage has been exacerbated by furloughing or the early retirement of workers during the ...

We know this hard-core prerunner enthusiast who just bought a late-model Ford F-Series. For the past two years, he has been saving the profits from his pizza delivery job and is now ready to head over ...

The Miller Syncrowave welder is considered an "old standby" by many amateur and professional car builders. They have been in continuous production for decades and have earned a solid reputation as a ...

Welding is serious business, but it can often get romanticized. In truth, welding is part science and part craftsmanship, and mastering it takes more than a macho posture and a gas mask. Each welding ...