This is a plug, or Rosette weld. This month's column covers many other commonly used weld types. Q.I've been in this business for many years, and there doesn't seem to be much agreement about the ...

After botching many welding jobs, I have established baselines for any weld I now attempt: 1. Clamp the pieces, then add more clamps. Professional welders can strategically spot weld pieces they are ...

There isn't one welding process suitable for all applications, so you need to consider these factors: the type and thickness of the metal you're welding, how big the job is, whether you're welding ...