• A welding torch heats and melts a metal bar, creating a glowing seam.

    Why Is Preheating or Post-Heating Sometimes Necessary in Welding?

    November 3, 2025

    When it comes to welding, success isn’t just about striking a clean arc — it’s about controlling what happens before and after the weld, too….
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  • A spool of copper wire next to welding rods and metal rods on a dark surface.

    Choosing the Best Filler Metal for Your Welding Project

    October 20, 2025

    Choosing the right filler metal isn’t just a technical step — it’s one of the most important decisions that determines whether your weld will hold…
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  • A person in protective gear welding metal with sparks flying in a dimly lit workshop.

    The Importance of Running a Cost-Saving Analysis for Your Welding Business

    October 10, 2025

    Operating a welding business requires more than technical expertise; it demands disciplined management of quality, safety, operational efficiency, and financial performance. Costs related to production,…
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  • Close-up of a metallic welded seam with distinct ridges and a blue-tinged lighting effect.

    Welding Porosity Explained: Causes, Types, and Prevention

    October 8, 2025

    Welding aims to create strong, dependable joints — but even the most visually perfect welds can hide flaws below the surface. One of the most…
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  • A blowtorch flame heats and welds a metal surface, creating a glowing ring effect.

    Inside the Heat-Affected Zone: What Really Happens to Your Metal and Why It Matters

    October 6, 2025

    When you strike an arc, your focus is often on the weld pool, the filler, and how the bead is shaping up. But just beyond…
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  • Stack of steel plates with weld seams, welding machine and cables in the background.

    The True Cost of a Bad Weld: How Rework, Downtime, and Waste Hurt Your Bottom Line

    October 2, 2025

    Not every weld gets it right on the first pass. When things go wrong, the cost isn’t just in time. Bad welds can cause real…
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  • Green oxygen tank with dual pressure gauges in an industrial setting.

    Oxygen in Welding: What It Does and When to Use It

    September 29, 2025

    Oxygen is one of the most important gases in the welding world. But unless you’re working with it regularly, its role can be a bit…
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  • Close-up of welding torch creating bright sparks on a metal surface in a dark setting.

    The Science Behind Welding Sparks: What’s Really Happening

    June 24, 2025

    Welding sparks aren’t just a dramatic byproduct of the process — they’re a window into the fascinating science of heat, metal behavior, and oxidation. Understanding…
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  • A blacksmith hammers hot metal while a robotic arm welds, both working side by side.

    The Evolution of Welding Automation: From Blacksmithing to Robotics

    May 29, 2025

    Picture a blacksmith hundreds of years ago, hammering hot metal by hand in a small, smoky workshop. Now imagine a modern factory, where robotic arms…
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  • Three metal plates with distinct weld beads and varying discoloration from heat exposure.

    Welding Metallurgy: How Heat Affects Different Alloys

    May 9, 2025

    Welding metallurgy is the science behind how metals behave during welding. Understanding how heat impacts different alloys is crucial for producing strong, reliable welds. Without…
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  • Location Spotlight: Fill Plant

    January 17, 2025

    At our state of the art fill plant we provide major industrial, medial, and speciality gases. The fill plant is located alongside of our distribution…
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  • Location Spotlight: Distribution

    December 11, 2024

    Our distribution center is located alongside our Corporate Office, Fill Plant, and Repair Center in Phoenix. It’s a vital component of keeping our business operations…
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  • Location Spotlight: Corporate

    November 12, 2024

    The corporate location is the place that stores and customers call when any issues arise regarding their accounts. Corporate is where many of the key…
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  • Location Spotlight: Repair

    October 15, 2024

    At our certified repair facility, our expert technicians specialize in repairing and maintaining your machines to prevent unexpected issues before they become emergencies. Our comprehensive…
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  • Mural of a man in a blue shirt standing beside gas cylinders, with a plaque on the wall.

    Location Spotlight: Sales

    August 28, 2024

    Our sales office focuses on outside sales and customer care with over 227 years of combined knowledge! By remaining focused on customer service and technology,…
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