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

The good news? Robots are no longer reserved for the giant OEMs with endless floor space and million-dollar budgets. Compact, more affordable cells are opening the door for small and medium-sized ...

There isn't one welding process suitable for all applications, so you need to consider these factors: the type and thickness of the metal you're welding, how big the job is, whether you're welding ...

Young people seeking a line of work with a living wage and job opportunities across the country should consider welding, a field that professionals say is both a science and an art. Welders generally ...

Remember the 80’s movie, Flashdance? The female lead, Jennifer Beals, was a welder by day in a Pittsburgh steel mill and for many people that was their first glimpse of what a welder did for a living.

Welding fumes are very small particles that are formed when the vaporized metal rapidly condenses in air. They are typically too small to be seen by the naked eye but collectively form a visible plume ...

A new generation of women welders is rocking a male-dominated industry. A woman tig welder works in a production facility to repair a piece of equipment. In 2010, women made up just 4% of the welding ...

From toxic fumes to flying sparks, welding demands full-body protection and smarter gear choices to stay safe and compliant. Welding is one of the most dangerous jobs in any workplace. From flying ...

Thermoplastic composite (TPC) welding has been a key topic for CW since the March 2006 feature, “Thermoplastic composites gain leading edge on the A380”. That article described GKN Fokker’s (Hoogeveen ...