When the time comes to repair your welding equipment, finding a repair company you can trust is of utmost importance. We all know welding equipment is an investment and should be treated as such. Just as you would search for a highly rated business to fix your car or AC when it goes out (hopefully…
Vern Lewis Welding Supply is proud to announce that we have partnered with Fronius, a worldwide leader and innovator in the welding industry. Vern Lewis is honored to be the only supplier of Fronius products in the state of Arizona! This exciting partnership will continue to allow Vern Lewis to bring you the highest quality…
As technology continues to evolve, metal inert gas (MIG) welding ranks as an industry-standard method. Because it leverages agile equipment and materials, MIG welding remains a darling among professionals and hobbyists alike. By that same token, MIG welding flexibility sometimes makes users feel more comfortable than safety dictates. If you are interested in adding a…
If you’re a professional welder or work in an industry where welding is often required as part of your job – like construction – you may be wondering if it’s a good idea to rent welding equipment instead of buying it. Or, if you’re new to welding and are looking to handle a basic welding…
You may recognize copper on the outside of homes and know of its value for electrical wires and plumbing, but it is also a critical component in audio devices, musical instruments, water tanks, and more. But have you ever given much thought to the process behind how copper is shaped into these everyday needs and…
In your lifetime, you’ve probably heard the infamous, old adage saying of “an ounce of prevention, is worth a pound of cure,” from Benjamin Franklin. The saying rings true for all facets of life, from healthcare and agricultural needs to home-owning and car maintenance. In today’s modern times, it also encompasses the need to care for…
As the automotive industry continues to adapt to meet ever-changing regulation requirements around emissions, efficiency and weight — the role of fabricating and welding continues to evolve to help automakers reach key safety and performance goals. Automakers can employ many welding methods for automotive applications including spot, resistance seam, metal inert gas, tungsten, laser beam,…
Are you a beginning level welder looking to improve your welding skills? Or maybe you’re a seasoned pro, with lots of experience, who wants to brush up on some basic welding principles. No matter where you are in your welding journey, it’s always a good idea to continue learning and expanding your knowledge base in…
Stainless steel is a very popular material used for its anti-corrosive properties, durability, and beautiful finish. Its qualities make it perfect for food preparation utensils and appliances, medical equipment and devices, means of transporting substances that would corrode other types of materials, and so on. If you have a project that involves welding stainless steel,…
If you’re new to the world of welding, or you just want more information about how arc welding works, you’re in the right place. In this blog from Vern Lewis Welding Supply, we’ll discuss the basics of arc welding and how a welding machine works – so that you can understand the fundamentals of the…
