THE WELD BLOG

Every welder has heard the classic advice: "A good MIG weld should sound like sizzling bacon." But if you ask a true professional, they’ll tell you that relying solely on old adages won't get you a passing weld inspector's stamp or a dross-free, spatter-free finish. A seasoned welder can literally hear bad settings from across the shop floor. Whether your machine is producing an aggressive hiss, an erratic pop, or sounding like a machine gun going off, your arc is constantly

Upgrading your shop's cutting capabilities is a massive milestone, but switching from a traditional CNC plasma table to a multi-function fiber laser machine comes with a steep learning curve. We sat down to break down the entire process—from logistics, moving headaches, and gas setups to real-world performance comparisons on cut speed, heat input, and consumable costs. If you are on the fence about whether a fiber laser is worth the investment over plasma, here is the honest,

The temperatures are rising, the shop fans are humming, and the highly anticipated Summer 2026 edition of WELD Magazine is officially live! Whether you’re burning rod out in the field, managing a high-volume fabrication shop, or perfecting your craft in a custom studio, this issue is packed with the deep-to-the-bone technical insights and inspiring career breakdowns you need to level up your season. From massive infrastructure projects to cutting-edge power supply architectur