USWeldingSupply.com - A Name to Trust

Workers, shop owners, and hobbyists trust USWeldingSupply.com for their welding tools and accessories. Our convenient website offers top-notch products from manufacturers that you can trust; but that is just one reason why so many choose us. Welders trust us because:

• We sell high-quality Lincoln, Hobart and Miller equipment at affordable prices.
• Our company carries a huge variety of products that range from stick welders to beveling machines.
• We stock numerous safety devices, including earplugs, helmets, and respirators.
• Our prices and selection don't come at the expense of quality, accuracy, or customer service.
• Most of our welding tools include free shipping within the continental United States. We also offer international delivery options.
• Our warehouse maintains a large inventory and ships products from Doral, FL, delivering every item ordered as quickly as possible.
• If you want to order equipment or accessories in bulk, we can provide significant wholesale discounts.
• Our website uses 256-bit encryption to maximize security. This keeps your payment and contact information safe.
• We accept PayPal®, MasterCard®, Discover®, Visa®, and American Express® for payments, and we gladly accept orders via telephone.
• The staff can provide helpful advice and answer all of your questions about welding equipment, and speak both English and Spanish.

Essentially, USWeldingSupply.com offers everything you need at the prices you can afford. To learn more about our selection of welding tools and accessories, browse our website or call us at (305) 593-9488.

Choosing and Using a Welding Fume Extractor

In any metal shop, the need to manage welding fumes is paramount. Regulations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration demand it, and the use of a welding fume extractor occupies an honored place in their list of recommended welding practices.

Choosing a Welding Fume Extractor
To achieve the greatest degree of success, it's vital to choose the fume extraction system most appropriate for your situation. The three major types include:

• Source-Capture Fume Extractors - These devices stop the flow of toxins at their point of origin.
• Low-Vacuum, High-Volume Fume Extractors - Large ductwork arrangements enable appliances to move large quantities of air with relatively low vacuum pressure.
• High-Vacuum, Low-Volume Fume Extractors - A provision of nozzles or similar small attachments permits them to remove toxic vapors closer to the actual weld.

Using the Welding Fume Extractor
The most appropriate fume extractor will be of little benefit if not used correctly. Best practices mandate that welders:

• Position the extractor's arm at the correct angle.
• Assume the proper body position.
• Avoid over-welding.

The shop, for its part, must:

• Restrict cross-ventilation.
• Keep the fume extractor properly maintained.
• Educate workers on best welding practices.

Welding fumes are hazardous by nature. By assisting in their removal, the appropriate welding fume extractor plays a vital role in supporting the health and safety of workers in any metal shop.

Helpful Fire Prevention Tips

October is National Fire Prevention Week. As many business owners and professional welders know, by following a few simple tips, welding-related fires workplace fires can be avoided. To help, and to honor the occasion, here are a few reminders and helpful tips to keep workers, companies, and projects safe.

1. Remove Combustible Materials - Combustible materials should be removed from the work area. Generally, this includes the following:

• Leaves
• Brush
• Twigs
• Wood
• Clothing items

Structural partitions and roofs should also be avoided. Fire retardants can be placed on top of materials that simply can't be moved.

2. Watch for Flammable Vapors
   • Volatile liquids from nearby tanks and pipes can explode when mixed with air. The work area should be completely free of these dangerous chemicals before welding begins. Sawdust from nearby wooden beams is combustible under certain conditions, as well. As such, it should be eliminated as fully as possible.

3. Use Properly Maintained Equipment
   • All electrical devices should be installed correctly and should have the appropriate circuit protection. Welding blankets and curtains can be utilized when needed. All cylinders containing gasoline should be several feet from the welding area. Hoses should be kept away from the following:
     • Sparks
     • Heat
     • Flames
     • Slag

Hoses and cylinders that are maintained properly will remain viable for many years.
Ultimately, it is the workers responsibility to remove combustible materials, watch for flammable vapors, and ensure well-maintained equipment is used. Fires can be avoided. All it takes is you!