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The benefits of apprenticeships in welding are well known by employers that work in the industry, but perhaps not so clear for those evaluating their options for post-16 education. What is clear, though, is that an apprenticeship is a great opportunity to kickstart a career in welding. Here at Arc Welding Services, we have a wealth of industry knowledge and understand the importance of apprenticeships in welding completely. We have compiled some background - as well as some of the key benefits - of welding apprenticeships below. Background An apprentice is a training-level employee who works in a practical environment…

Welding is a dangerous industry, and with there being various risks and hazards involved, it’s important to understand how these can be combated and the health and safety of employees protected. Here at Arc Welding Services, we are experienced in the welding industry, so we have detailed some of the most important aspects of structural welding safety in this blog. Electric Shocks Perhaps one of the most prevalent risks in structural welding, electric shocks can cause serious injury or death. Most commonly, an electric shock occurs during a weld when the welder touches two metals that have a voltage between…

The arc weld is an integral aspect of construction and one of the most common welding processes used today, but what exactly is an arc weld? Well, since Arc Welding Services have a wealth of industry knowledge, we have put together this blog to run you through some of the defining characteristics of this weld, along with the basic process and other key features. Basic Process In essence, an arc weld is one of several fusion processes for joining metals. The idea is to apply intense heat to melt the metals intended to form the joint. Most commonly, an intermediate…

If you’re reading this blog post, it’s fair to assume that you understand the basics of welding, but for those who don’t: welding is the process of joining two pieces of metal together by melting them at the intended joining point. A filler metal - or welding alloy - is utilised to blend with the melted metal of these two pieces, which can offer various benefits, dependant on the alloy itself. Types of Welding Alloy There are a variety of different metals that are utilised together in welding alloys - in many iterations - in order to concur with the…

Welding is applied in a variety of different ways, all of which can require the adoption of a different position to carry out. Not every welding project is the same, so it’s important to ensure the right weld is used each time. Here at Arc Welding Services, we decided to run you through the main four welding positions in most applications, ranging from least to most complex.   Flat weld A ‘flat’ weld is the most basic of all welding positions. This is where the weld is performed along the horizontal access, from above the joint. The flame motion should…

Personal Protective Equipment, or PPE, is imperative in an industry such as welding, which presents incessant danger from the welding process that include heat, radiation and ricochet. Here at Arc Welding Services, we understand the importance of health and safety, so we thought it best to kick off our “Health & Safety” series of blogs with the basics of PPE. Eyes and Face The standard practice for PPE, in terms of protecting the eyes and face, includes a combination of equipment that should include a helmet, hand shield, goggles and safety glasses. In terms of eye protection, the appropriate filters…

Repairs and maintenance can be frustrating when working in any sector, and welding equipment repairs are no different. However, no matter how much of an inconvenience, these procedures are vital to maintaining the safety and performance of your equipment. Since we’re big fans of welding here at Arc Welding Services, we thought we’d outline just how important this process is in our latest blog post. Performance It goes without saying that equipment of all formats, whether it be a car, a phone, or a welding machine, works best when it is well looked after. Your car won’t run smoothly if…

It’s funny, we’ve covered everything from underwater welding to outer-space welding, yet haven’t delved into the basics of the art itself. Speaking of art, we also discussed some of the most prominent welding artists in contemporary culture. However, this blog post details the basics of the industry on which this company, Arc Welding Services, was built. So, what is welding? Industry Welding is the most permanent, efficient and economical method of joining two metals. At its core, welding is the act of making two pieces of metal act as one. What’s more, this industry is so substantial that it’s estimated…

Let’s start with a simple science lesson: because there is no oxygen in space, creating sparks and lighting a fire is extremely difficult. Now for welding, sparks and fire are pretty essential. So what happens when repairs are needed 60-odd miles up in the air? This was one of the main issues that was presented to astrophysicists in the early ages of space travel. Thankfully for the future of space travel and research, over a number of years, a solution was created: cold welding. By forming metals and materials together without any liquid or molten phase, astronauts are able to…

If you’re looking to start any welding projects, it’s imperative that you have the necessary welding equipment to begin your work. As leading welding experts in Birmingham, we know exactly all the equipment you’ll need to get your project completed. Welding can be seen as an intimidating job, using tools that will literally fuse two pieces of metal together, and we can see why it would be. It’s a dangerous job, but with the right equipment, you’ll become a pro in no time and you’ll be able to take on any project. We’ve listed the necessary welding equipment you’ll need:…