When shopping for a wire feeder one of the first things you need to determine is whether an automatic or semi-automatic version will best suit your needs. Both have their individual benefits, but only you can decide, based on its intended use, which version will be best for the job.
The wire feed unit supplies the electrode to your work, driving it through the conduit and on to the contact tip. Most models provide the wire at a constant feed rate, but more advanced machines can vary the feed rate in response to the arc length and voltage. Some wire feeders can reach feed rates as high as 30.5 m/min (1200 in/min), but feed rates for semi-automatic GMAW typically range from 2 to 10 m/min (75–400 in/min).
Automatic wire feeder
The automatic wirefeeder is specially designed to deposit more weld metal at fast travel speeds which eliminates bottlenecks and cuts costs. Do you want more control over your welding process? If so, consider an automatic wire feeder. USWeldingSupply.com offers a comprehensive selection that can integrate with your processes seamlessly.
Automatic wire feeders, like the Lincoln LT-7 Tractor, is a self-propelled mechanized wire feeder, designed for the submerged arc process with track system capabilities. It is self-guiding and easy to operate. The rugged, lightweight unit permits quick movement to the next joint and its compact size fits through small openings and confined spaces.
Semi-automatic wire feeder
The semi-automatic wirefeeder is designed for MIG and cored wire welding. If reliable feeding and durability are important to you, the patented MAXTRAC® heavy-duty cast aluminum wire drive system does just that; featuring brass-to-brass gun connections for better electrical conductivity that results in better arc performance and totally tool-less drive rolls and wire guide installation.
Whatever your preferred wire feeder, automatic or semi-automatic, we carry only the best name brands, like Lincoln and Miller, and offer competitive pricing on all of our welding supplies at USWeldingSupply.com. Check out our full selection today!
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Sunday, August 10, 2014
Looking for a Welding Job?
If you've got the welding bug and/or the talent to back up your passion, than a career in the welding field can be a very rewarding job. If you're looking to get your foot in the door and wondering how to make that happen, we've got some tips to get you started.
Whether you grew up on a farm and welding things was day to day work, or you've had exposure to welding through construction, factory work, your hobby in restoring cars, or you have formal training in the craft, there are a great deal of avenues and jobs that require the skill of a welder.
Looking for Experience?
If you're still in high school or are attending technical school or college and are interesting in getting your foot in the welding door, a great place to start is by seeking part-time work, possibly in an auto body or tractor-repair shop. Or, if you're from a rural area, see if any farmers need help with equipment repairs on their farm. Getting hands on experience will help you to learn valuable lessons from experienced craftsman in the field.
Also, keep in mind, welding does not require a college degree. Hands on experience, certifications and hands-on skill testing by employers is all that is required to obtain a good paying welding job.
Certifications
American Welding Society (AWS) offers a wide range of certifications, including those that qualify you as a certified welder, welding supervisor, inspector, robotic arc welder and even as a sales representative.
Areas of Opportunity
Skilled welders are in high demand and there is no shortage of job opportunities. Welders are needed in almost every industry and those who want to advance their career have the ability to do so with additional schooling and training. Ambition, drive and a commitment to bettering yourself and your craft will get you far! For the welding supplies needed to get you started, you’ll find them all at USWeldingSupply.com.
Whether you grew up on a farm and welding things was day to day work, or you've had exposure to welding through construction, factory work, your hobby in restoring cars, or you have formal training in the craft, there are a great deal of avenues and jobs that require the skill of a welder.
Looking for Experience?
If you're still in high school or are attending technical school or college and are interesting in getting your foot in the welding door, a great place to start is by seeking part-time work, possibly in an auto body or tractor-repair shop. Or, if you're from a rural area, see if any farmers need help with equipment repairs on their farm. Getting hands on experience will help you to learn valuable lessons from experienced craftsman in the field.
Also, keep in mind, welding does not require a college degree. Hands on experience, certifications and hands-on skill testing by employers is all that is required to obtain a good paying welding job.
Certifications
American Welding Society (AWS) offers a wide range of certifications, including those that qualify you as a certified welder, welding supervisor, inspector, robotic arc welder and even as a sales representative.
Areas of Opportunity
Skilled welders are in high demand and there is no shortage of job opportunities. Welders are needed in almost every industry and those who want to advance their career have the ability to do so with additional schooling and training. Ambition, drive and a commitment to bettering yourself and your craft will get you far! For the welding supplies needed to get you started, you’ll find them all at USWeldingSupply.com.
Friday, August 1, 2014
Brand Highlight – Thermal Dynamics
When you’re in the market for the best name in advanced technology heat exchangers for cars, trucks or mobile equipment than Thermal Dynamics is the brand to trust! At USWeldingSupply.com, you know that it's our mission to bring you the best products in the industry, at the best prices, and that includes offering you top notch welding suppliers like Thermal Dynamics.
Founding in 1957, Thermal Dynamics' expertise in cooling technology has kept them at the forefront of the industry for nearly five decades. With the acquisition of state-of-the-art Nocolok® brazing technology in the 90's, it has allowed them to produce high volume, cost effective brazed aluminum heat exchangers and placed them as the premiere supplier, which still holds true today.
Thermal Dynamics has also recently introduced a new generation of rugged brazed aluminum and stainless steel in-tank oil coolers to meet the demands of the marketplace. So, as you can see, and we are sure you are well aware, Thermal Dynamics products are top of the line, which is why we are proud to carry a selection of their products.
One of the most popular products we sell is the Thermal Dynamics Plasma Cutter, Cutmaster 42. Part of the TRUE Series, you can rely on the Cutmaster 42 to cut all day at its recommended cutting capacity and to pack more punch when you need it. The Thermal dynamics plasma cutter incorporates Vent2Shield (V2S) technology allowing the use of a considerably smaller compressor compared to similar 40A units and features storage compartments, versatile torch, auto pilot restart and lighter weight for maximum portability.
This superior tool is just one of the many Thermal Dynamics products we carry, in addition to the Circle Cutting Guide Kit 7-3291 and 7-7501, Remote Pendant Control, and Drag Shield and Cutting tips. You work hard and want tools that will keep up with you on the job. Turn to USWeldingSupply.com and Thermal Dynamics for superior welding tools.
Founding in 1957, Thermal Dynamics' expertise in cooling technology has kept them at the forefront of the industry for nearly five decades. With the acquisition of state-of-the-art Nocolok® brazing technology in the 90's, it has allowed them to produce high volume, cost effective brazed aluminum heat exchangers and placed them as the premiere supplier, which still holds true today.
Thermal Dynamics has also recently introduced a new generation of rugged brazed aluminum and stainless steel in-tank oil coolers to meet the demands of the marketplace. So, as you can see, and we are sure you are well aware, Thermal Dynamics products are top of the line, which is why we are proud to carry a selection of their products.
One of the most popular products we sell is the Thermal Dynamics Plasma Cutter, Cutmaster 42. Part of the TRUE Series, you can rely on the Cutmaster 42 to cut all day at its recommended cutting capacity and to pack more punch when you need it. The Thermal dynamics plasma cutter incorporates Vent2Shield (V2S) technology allowing the use of a considerably smaller compressor compared to similar 40A units and features storage compartments, versatile torch, auto pilot restart and lighter weight for maximum portability.
This superior tool is just one of the many Thermal Dynamics products we carry, in addition to the Circle Cutting Guide Kit 7-3291 and 7-7501, Remote Pendant Control, and Drag Shield and Cutting tips. You work hard and want tools that will keep up with you on the job. Turn to USWeldingSupply.com and Thermal Dynamics for superior welding tools.
Sunday, July 20, 2014
U.S. Welding Supply Carries Hobart Products
As one of the premiere names in welding products, Hobart Welding Supplies are built to last. U.S. Welding Safety & Supply Co., has a complete line of Hobart Welding Products that make your job both safe and easy. All of these industrial quality products must pass rigorous testing before going on the market, thus ensuring their quality.
When the time comes to replacement parts for your inverter-based plasma cutter, choose the HP-25 replacement torch with 16.5-foot cord. This ergonomic torch is an efficient and comfortable necessity. Keep an extra one on hand for emergencies.
Save on the IronMan™ 230A welding package, a smaller version of a full-size MIG unit that delivers up to 250 amps of power in heavy duty cabinet. This unit outperforms similar welder on arc quality, voltage control and duty cycle.
Protect your Hobart welding products with the 195186 handler welder protective cover and then place everything on top of the 300396 all-purpose running gear that makes easy work of transporting your welding equipment. This gear set includes two 15-inch wheels, two 8-inch swivel casters and a heavy duty handle.
Maintain torches with the shield cup, swirl ring and O-ring kit that fits Hobart AirForce 250Ci plasma cutters. We also carry the spool gun DP-3545-20, fitting the IronMan® 230 and the Stickmate® LX 235 that delivers up to 235 amps through infinite amperage control that helps increased weld time with decreased output.
When the time comes to replacement parts for your inverter-based plasma cutter, choose the HP-25 replacement torch with 16.5-foot cord. This ergonomic torch is an efficient and comfortable necessity. Keep an extra one on hand for emergencies.
Save on the IronMan™ 230A welding package, a smaller version of a full-size MIG unit that delivers up to 250 amps of power in heavy duty cabinet. This unit outperforms similar welder on arc quality, voltage control and duty cycle.
Protect your Hobart welding products with the 195186 handler welder protective cover and then place everything on top of the 300396 all-purpose running gear that makes easy work of transporting your welding equipment. This gear set includes two 15-inch wheels, two 8-inch swivel casters and a heavy duty handle.
Maintain torches with the shield cup, swirl ring and O-ring kit that fits Hobart AirForce 250Ci plasma cutters. We also carry the spool gun DP-3545-20, fitting the IronMan® 230 and the Stickmate® LX 235 that delivers up to 235 amps through infinite amperage control that helps increased weld time with decreased output.
Thursday, July 10, 2014
U.S. Welding Supplies Has Full Line of Safety Accessories
At U.S. Welding Safety & Supply Co., not only do we bring you the widest variety of welding equipment, we also bring you the latest accessories to help keep you safe on the job. Choose from items, such as Miller welding helmets and other welding safety accessories designed to keep you comfortable as well as safe.
- Many of the Miller welding helmets available at USWeldingSupply.com have digital controls for easy adjustment of modes and adjustability settings for better fits.
- 3M™ Single Use E-A-R™ Classic™ cylinder shaped PVC and foam uncorded earplugs are proven performers that protect ears thorough a convenient and comfortable cylindrical shape
- Howard Leight® Leightning® L3 black metal headband noise blocking earmuffs provide additional ear protection with a padded headband and soft ear cushions
- The Universal Size Titan Non-Stretch Full Body Harness from Miller features a sliding back D-ring, tongue buckle legs, mating buckle chest and shoulder straps and a sub-pelvic strap
- 3M particulate disposable respirator provides comfortable and reliable protection against non-oil-based particles
- The half mask respirator LPR-100 with filters from Miller protects against airborne particles, while its low profile design allows for maximum visibility.
- Carry and store all of your welding gear in Miller's tool bag that has more than 20 pockets
- Stay fashionable with a dragon welding cap or our welding bandana.
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Alaska Pipeline Was a Feat of Engineering
The Alaska Pipeline is more than big. At 48 inches in diameter and over 800 miles long, it stretches from Prudhoe Bay, well north of the Arctic Circle, to Valdez, AK, on the south, a Pacific Ocean that remains ice free even in winter. In 1968, the Atlantic Richfield Company struck it rich, discovering an oil field on Alaska's North Slope. The shortest route to get the oil to market would be the 800-mile pipeline, much of which would run through pristine wilderness that had never before been mapped.
Pipeline construction faced many challenges, not the least of which was environmental advocates who sharply opposed construction. Equipment needed to build the Alaska Pipeline required use of a welding machine with the ability to not only operate, but also efficiently withstand the sub-zero conditions of the area. At one point, as many as 17,000 experienced welders worked on its construction. Crossing three mountain ranges and more than 800 streams and rivers, the Alaska Pipeline is a feat of engineering and also a testament to those who operated each welding machine that created it.
Pipe welders working on the project were supervised by the pipeline welders union Local 798, of Tulsa, OK. While all were seasoned welders able to perform perfect welds, all were challenged by the need to perform for 10 hours per day to complete the pipeline.
Pipeline construction faced many challenges, not the least of which was environmental advocates who sharply opposed construction. Equipment needed to build the Alaska Pipeline required use of a welding machine with the ability to not only operate, but also efficiently withstand the sub-zero conditions of the area. At one point, as many as 17,000 experienced welders worked on its construction. Crossing three mountain ranges and more than 800 streams and rivers, the Alaska Pipeline is a feat of engineering and also a testament to those who operated each welding machine that created it.
Pipe welders working on the project were supervised by the pipeline welders union Local 798, of Tulsa, OK. While all were seasoned welders able to perform perfect welds, all were challenged by the need to perform for 10 hours per day to complete the pipeline.
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
DeWalt Brand Tools: Guaranteed Tough
Give some history about DeWalt, and talk about the different types of DeWalt products you can buy at USWeldingSupply.com
At USWeldingSupply.com, it’s our mission to bring you the very best tools and accessories you need to get the job done. For this very reason, we offer the DeWalt brand tools for all of your TIG, MIG and Stick welding needs. For guaranteed tough, turn to DeWalt, a worldwide brand of power tools and hand tools for the construction, manufacturing and woodworking industries.
DeWalt was started in 1936 by Raymond E. DeWalt, the inventor of the radial arm saw. The company grew quickly and was reorganized in 1947, manufacturing radial arm saws and other stationary woodworking machines. The company has gone under several transformations over the years, being acquired by Black & Decker in 1960. Currently, DeWalt manufactures and sells more than 200 different power hand-tools and 800 accessories.
Residential or commercial, corded or cordless, saws or saw blades, DeWalt delivers solutions that are the go-to tools on a job site; the tools pros count on to get the job done. Whether you’re a professional welder on the job, welding is a hobby you pursue in your free time, or are in the construction field, we have the DeWalt power tools you need to get the job done right the first time. You’ll find everything from DeWalt Chop Saws, to Hammer Drills, Band Saws, and Grinders at USWeldingSupply.com. If you’ve got the need, we’ve got the DeWalt power tools for the job!
At USWeldingSupply.com, it’s our mission to bring you the very best tools and accessories you need to get the job done. For this very reason, we offer the DeWalt brand tools for all of your TIG, MIG and Stick welding needs. For guaranteed tough, turn to DeWalt, a worldwide brand of power tools and hand tools for the construction, manufacturing and woodworking industries.
DeWalt was started in 1936 by Raymond E. DeWalt, the inventor of the radial arm saw. The company grew quickly and was reorganized in 1947, manufacturing radial arm saws and other stationary woodworking machines. The company has gone under several transformations over the years, being acquired by Black & Decker in 1960. Currently, DeWalt manufactures and sells more than 200 different power hand-tools and 800 accessories.
Residential or commercial, corded or cordless, saws or saw blades, DeWalt delivers solutions that are the go-to tools on a job site; the tools pros count on to get the job done. Whether you’re a professional welder on the job, welding is a hobby you pursue in your free time, or are in the construction field, we have the DeWalt power tools you need to get the job done right the first time. You’ll find everything from DeWalt Chop Saws, to Hammer Drills, Band Saws, and Grinders at USWeldingSupply.com. If you’ve got the need, we’ve got the DeWalt power tools for the job!
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