Miller Electric Mfg. LLC has introduced the Millermatic® 255 GMAW and Multimatic® 255 multiprocess welding machines. They are designed for simplified setup and use for welders of all skill levels. The inverter unit weighs 84 lbs. Optional EZ-Latch™ running gear simplifies movement of the...

Escaping a violent relationship, Sharon Hall and her young daughter endured a series of moves and events that ultimately led to Sharon embarking on a welding career. Her inspiring story illustrates what can happen if you persevere, take advantage of opportunities, and stay focused.

Argweld® Weld Backing Tape™ from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques HFT® is a glass fiber tape that resists high temperatures and supports weld roots. It eliminates the creation of slag while removing contact with air to help reduce oxidation in manual and automatic welding. The tape has no true...

Cleveland-based Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc. has promoted Daniel E. McMillin Jr. to vice president, corporate controller and Robert A. Nelson to vice president, finance for the Americas Welding segment. McMillin joined the company in 2004 as the director of financial reporting and most recently...

In August 2018 Clemco Industries Corp., Washington, Mo., in collaboration with East Central College in neighboring Union, Mo., launched a welder apprenticeship program. Four Clemco employees currently are enrolled in the three-year program, which is funded by a $239,550 Missouri Registered...

Abicor Binzel has introduced the Abi-Car welding tractor. It is available in three models, including one with an oscillator feature. Its strong magnet base lets the tractor be used for horizontal and vertical welding positions. It comes with a variety of cross support and clamping options for user...

Strong Hand Tools® has introduced the Ready Rest™ line of torch, grinder, wrist, and arm rests. The GMAW and GTAW torch rests attach to the welding table, welding machine, or other steel surface with a strong magnetic base. The articulated rests are adjustable for height and angle. A cable...

Understanding the basics behind your SMAW and hardfacing electrodes could makes a world of difference in your end result.

If you read Josh Welton’s blog posts and columns in The WELDER magazine, you will enjoy his “Playing with Fire” podcasts—a trip through a life-educated, blue-collar mind. Here’s a look behind the scenes.

Ten years ago Debra Horn was out of her element and in way over her head. As the new sole owner and president of the challenged Illinois Welding School, Horn realized she had quite a mess to clean up if she intended for the school to remain open and become a viable educational institution serving...

Amada Miyachi America Inc. offers the DC2013-T series resistance spot welding power supply, manufactured by sister company MacGregor™. The system combines touch-panel integrated database process control and monitoring with ultrahigh-duty and low-ripple 3,000-ADC output. The power supply employs...