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More from Rafael Guerrero
- From The Welder
User-friendly software lessens the learning curve for high-tech welding, cutting equipment
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Jun 8, 2023
- Arc Welding
- Article
Three equipment manufacturers share how user-friendly software and interfaces make new technology easier for fab shops to use, thus removing the barrier to entry for less tech-savvy fabricators and improving productivity.
- From The Welder
A Q&A with the welder behind popular YouTube channel Red Beard’s Garage
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Jun 6, 2023
- Arc Welding
- Article
Greg Davis of Red Beard’s Garage talks about his shop, the pros and cons of social media, and notable metal fabrication projects: go-karts, buggies, minibikes, and other small vehicles.
- From The Fabricator
Missouri metalworkers turn to arts, large metal sculptures as their main gig
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Apr 15, 2023
- Metals/Materials
- Article
Metalworkers Ben Boyher and Brian Watson have transitioned from metal roof flashing and ornamental work to full-time metal sculpting. This has led to some large-scale projects involving mallards and bald eagles near St. Louis.
- From The Welder
The FAQs about MIG gun nozzles and contact tips
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Apr 12, 2023
- Consumables
- Article
Consumables experts break down the relationship, variety, role, and importance of MIG gun nozzles and contact tips.
- From The Welder
Electrical safety tips from three welding instructors
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Apr 5, 2023
- Safety
- Article
Welding instructors share tips to reduce or eliminate electrical hazards while welding.
- From The Welder
Plenty to be thankful for during National Welding Month
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Apr 3, 2023
- Arc Welding
- Blog Post
Just in time for National Welding Month, The WELDER editor Rafael Guerrero lists what he is thankful for from the welding community as one-year anniversary hits.
- From The Welder
What metal fabricators need to know about nonwoven abrasives
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Mar 23, 2023
- Finishing
- Article
Advancements in nonwoven abrasives technology have made it possible for welders and metal fabrication shops reduce the number of finishing steps, save time and money, improve quality, and reduce scrap rates.
- From The Fabricator
A hacker mindset: From Silicon Valley tech worker to metal artist
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Mar 11, 2023
- Arc Welding
- Article
Silicon Valley tech worker for LinkedIn and metal artist Keith Millar talks about venturing into metal sculptures, working with rusted metal, and teaching loved ones and co-workers how to weld.
- From The Welder
Missouri welder making name for herself and other women in welding
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Mar 8, 2023
- Arc Welding
- Article
DeIla Ray’s welding career has taken her from North Dakota to Missouri, from pipelines to welding labs, and from starting a small business to advocating for women in the manufacturing industry.
- From The Welder
Washington metal shop goes big with aluminum structures
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Feb 1, 2023
- Aluminum Welding
- Article
Topper Industries knows how to weld and work with aluminum. The Washington-based fabricator specializes in aluminum structures ranging from residential gangways and docks to massive bridges.
- From The Welder
MEC boot camp looks inwards to find next generation of welders and fabricators
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Jan 31, 2023
- Arc Welding
- Article
Wisconsin-based Mayville Engineering Company discusses its internal welding boot camp, success stories from its boot camp participants, and the lessons it’s learned along the way.
- From The Fabricator
Metal sculptor reflects on trout sculpture, future work, Netflix fame
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Jan 19, 2023
- Arc Welding
- Article
Metal artist Ivan Iler’s work has become more recognizable thanks in part to ambitious ideas—including a 25-ft.-tall brown trout—and participation in a Netflix reality competition. These opportunities have opened doors he’s long coveted.
Considerando un respirador purificador de aire motorizado
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Dec 20, 2022
- Safety
- Article
Los avances en la tecnología de respiradores purificadores de aire motorizados ha hecho esta opción de equipo de protección personal (PPE, por sus siglas en inglés) menos intimidante, más accesible y más confortable para que la usen soldadores y trabajadores de metales.
- From The Fabricator
Illinois brothers bring metal, wood together with office furniture
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Dec 16, 2022
- Shop Management
- Article
Two Chicago-area brothers combine metal fabrication and woodworking to make custom office furniture at iRCustom.
- From The Welder
WorldSkills brings the world's best welders, fabricators to Lincoln Electric
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Dec 6, 2022
- Arc Welding
- Article
The Lincoln Electric Welding Technology and Training Center in the Cleveland area recently hosted thirty of the top welders and fabricators in the world at WorldSkills 2022 in various welding and metalwork competitions.
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- Published:
- 05/14/2024
- Running Time:
- 62:12
Cameron Adams of Laser Precision, a contract metal fabricator in the Chicago area, joins the podcast to talk...
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