Most the welding I do at work is SMAW, I have used A/C but only for specific reasons, usually to get around arc blow issues when welding in corners or on crane rail that's been in service.

After an 8 year stint with the Army I got into welding. Finished my Journeyman a few years ago, did my level 1 inspector, got my NFPA 1001 Firefighter certification and have a dual apprenticeship going for Electrician and Millwright to keep me busy and continue learning. Currently doing plant mainte...

I have a fair amount, both sleeves, leg, chest and both hands and knuckles. Most of them I got while in the Army and I've never let what someone else thought prevent me from getting anything. At the time I figured that would be my career but after 8 years I moved on and started as a welder. I've bee...

I'm a Journeyman/Red Seal welder and I managed to fail the practical the first go. I also didn't follow the instructions and circled more than one fault on my samples. I asked the lady at the front desk what I should do if I find more than one, her reply was "pick the most obvious". It is ...