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	Welding Process & Theory
	The following articles can help you improve your understanding of advanced and complex welding processes.
	select article Aluminum: Experience in Application An Overview of Some Current Processes for the Welding of HYP Carefully Evaluate "Code Requirements" Challenges and Solutions for the Retention of Field Production Rates in High Strength Pipe Common Mistakes Made in the Design of Aluminum Weldments Controlling Welding Fume, A Total Systems Approach Increasing Productivity with a FCAW Wire Optimized for Your Application Inverter Based Welding Power Supplies for Welding Aluminum Kicking The Stick Habit... Cored Electrodes Add Welding Versatility Pulsed MIG Welding Provides Increased Savings and Quality Selecting a MIG Wire to Boost Your Bottom Line Selecting Filler Metals: Low Hydrogen Tandem MIG Process for Increased Production Technology Gets to the Root of Pipe Welding The ABC's of Nondestructive Weld Examination The Benefits of Lincoln Electric's Micro-Start Technology Waveform Control Technology - Welding's Wave of the Future Weld Cracking (pdf)
	Application Stories
	By its very nature, welding involves problem solving -- and that's half the fun! Read about real companies who worked with Lincoln experts to find real solutions.
	select article Berg Steel Pipe -- Multiple-Wire Welding Creates High Productivity and Quality Carolina Energy Tackles Welding Shortage, Opens Its Own School Cheyenne Plains Pipeline: Wire Welding Speeds Productivity Compact Wire Welders Well-Suited For Novice Welding Operators ConXtech: Robotic Welding Reduces Weld Time by 92 Percent! CORSA improves productivity and weld quality using STT and Robotics DeWys Manufacturing, Inc. -- A Very Wise Use of Welding Automation Dream Coach Trailer: Lincoln Electric Pulse-on-Pulse™ Delivers High-Quality Welds Exxon Flyin' Tiger, sponsored by Lincoln, holds 25 world records F.R. Custom Metal - Gains Productive Edge with Robotic Welding Fairmetal Boats Reduces Costly Rework with Advanced Push-Pull System Farm Equipment Maker Increases Welding Productivity by 75% Fire Suppression Tank Manufacturer Virtually Eliminates Rework With Custom Weld Solution Ford Motor Company Turns to Lincoln for Ford GT Aluminum Space Frame Gulf Marine: Dialing in 35 Percent More Deposition Helmark Steel, Falcon Industries & Lincoln rebuild 7 World Trade Center Helmark/Falcon Steel - Reaps Significant Savings with Latest Technology High Quality Welding is the "Theme" for Animated Figure Manufacturing Honda Improves Productivity With STT Welding Process Horn Companies: Multi-process Invertecs Help Service Diverse Projects Horsburgh & Scott Realizes 20% Increase in Welding Productivity Indianapolis Motor Speedway Relies On Lincoln Electric Welding Equipment Jeff Gordon Racing School Chooses Lincoln Jered Industries, Inc. - Challenging Project Tackled Johnson & Berry Manufacturing Cut Production Time by 50 Percent Lambeau Field -- Welding Teamwork Helped Keep Expansion On Target Lance Armstrong: Overhauls His Other Set of Wheels Lincoln STT Process Welds China’s Longest Pipeline Local IBEW Training Center Adds Welding Skills to Curriculum Lockerbie & Hole Find Welding Solution in Lincoln Equipment Luitink Manufacturing -- Robotic Welding Helps Company Keep Up with Demand Minnesota contractor increased welding productivity by 20 percent Mission Marine Meets Greater Demand For Aluminum Boats With TOTAL s2f Aluminum Welding Solution Morbark: Fabricator Saves $40K in 6 Months with New Robotic System Musco Lighting -- Spotlight on Aluminum Welding NASCAR Technical Institute Relies on Lincoln New Equipment Speeds Up The Welding of Pipe Pilings for Bridge New Technology Speeds Oil Sands Pipe Welding Oostingh Staalbouw B.V. - European Fabricator Build a Striking Piece Owen Steel Benefits from 30% Increase in Productivity Penn Perry -- High Profile Roofing Project Puts Welds at Center Stage Penske Racing South Prefers Lincoln Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Training Center Updates to Latest Technology Polaris Industries: Reduces Spatter, Distortion and Rework Productivity Jumped 25-30% at Manufacturer of Little Giant Aluminum Ladders Rad Rides by Troy: Lincoln used to Fabricate Sick Fish Ranor, Inc. Achieves 100% Weld Quality in More Than 9,500 Welds Retrofitting San Francisco's Bridges Ridgeview Industries Takes Advantage of Robotic Welding Capabilities Robotic Welding "Drives" Production and Yields Precise Quality for Metal Substructure in Dashboard Rogue Truck Body Achieves 30% Increase in Productivity Rural Wyoming Welding School Meets Industry's Need For Highly Skilled Welders Saginaw Control Increases Productivity and Decreases Finishing Time Sculptor/Artist uses Power MIG 350MP to create One-of-a-Kind Art Serco: Welding Standards Spur Growth SFI Achieves 15% Increase in Productivity Sick Fish: Top Hot Rod Designers and Fabricators Choose Lincoln! Silver Ships Improves Quality and Reduces Costs With New Pulsed MIG Sunland Construction, Inc. -- STT Pipe Welding provides Many Advantages Technip Offshore UK Ltd. -- Pipe Welding off the Coast of Ireland Thermax of India replaces TIG with STT to Increase Productivity Truck Equipment Manufacturer Moves to Robotic Welding and Meets Growing Customer Demand Head On tube.tec -- Robotics reduce Spatter and improve Productivity Tulsa Welding School Offers World-Class Curriculum for Aspiring Welders Tulsa Welding School: Technology and Curriculum are Key UFF: Michigan Vietnam Veterans Memorial Presents Welding Challenges UpRight Inc: Focused Training Yields Big Results Valley Industries: Lincoln Robotic Systems Boost Efficiency Ward Tank Achieves A 35% Reduction in Welding Costs Welding in Africa: Lincoln helps small fisherman in remote Zimbabwe Welding The World's Highest Walkway Welding to Win with Joe Gibbs Racing WyoTech - Vocational School Welding
	“How-to” Welding Tips
	Designed for the hobbyist as well as the more advanced welder, these articles offer instructions from The Welding Experts.
	select article A Guide to Aluminum Welding Arc-Welding Fundamentals Common Problems and Remedies for GMAW Commonly Asked Questions About Welding Helmets & Eye Protection Creating High Quality Stick Welds: A User's Guide Guidelines for Welding Cast Iron How to Select a Compact Wire Feed Welder How to Select the Right Engine Driven Welder for the Job How to Strike and Establish an Arc How to Successfully Weld Aluminum with a Compact MIG Welder MIG vs. Flux-Cored: Which Welding Process Is Right for You? MIG Welding Stainless Steel Pipewelding Open Root with STT process Plasma Cutting: Determine if it's right for you and what to look for Power Shopping: Choosing the Ideal Welding Power Source Preventing Arc Blow Prevention and Control of Weld Distortion Purchasing Your First Robotic Welding System Storage and Handling of SAW Consumables (pdf) Storing and Re-drying Electrodes TIG Welding Aluminum
	Welding FAQs
	We've received thousands of welding questions over the years from people just like you. Here are answers to the most popular ones.
	select article 20 Frequently Asked Questions AC/DC: Understanding Polarity Accu-Trak Drum Handling Instructions Added Low Hydrogen Designators Don't Change Electrodes Ask The Experts: Choosing Aluminum Wire Ask The Experts: Cracks in Hardfacing welds Ask The Experts: Arc Starting Using Small Diameter MIG Wire on Thin Materials Ask The Experts: Choosing Stick Electrodes for Welding Cast Iron Ask The Experts: How much air pressure and what types of materials do I use with the Pro-Cut 25? Ask The Experts: Preventing cracks in aluminum welds Ask The Experts: Repairing a Crack in Cast Iron Ask The Experts: Repairing a Wrought Iron Fence Ask The Experts: Welding a Permanent Magnet Roller Ask The Experts: What size generator is needed to operate a Lincoln AC/DC 225/125 welder? Ask The Experts: What's the best way to clean aluminum before welding? Ask The Experts: What's the difference between Pulsed MIG and traditional CV power supplies? Ask The Experts: When should I use 308L, 309L, 316L Filler Metal? Automated Welding...not just for the big jobs. AWS Classifications Explained Basic Welding Terms Consumable Military and Agency Qualifications Guide - C1.55 (pdf) Energy Efficiency: What you May Not Know About Inverters Could Surprise You! Evaluation Checklist for an Arc Welding Robot System (pdf) FEMA 353 Welding Manual - C1.60 (pdf) Fixturing for Robotic Welding Productivity Frequently Asked MIG Welding Questions Frequently Asked Questions in Aluminum Welding Grounding and Arc Welding Safety Justifying the Cost of a Robotic Welding System (pdf) Learning How to Purchase Consumables and Weld Under FEMA 353 Guidelines Precision TIG Series Part 1: Arc Performance Precision TIG Series Part 2: Value Added Features Precision TIG Series Part 3: Design Innovations Lead to Fast and Easy Set-Up Precision TIG Series Part 4: Rated Output, Current Range and Input Current Precision TIG Series Part 5: Design, Construction and Testing Ready-Paks -- Distributors and Customers Benefit from Pre-Assembled Welding Packages Robotics And Automation Can Save Your Factory Selecting Your Welding Process Tapping the Low Hydrogen Porosity Problem Ten Steps to Reducing Your Welding Costs The Importance of Good Work Lead Connections When Welding Understanding the AWS Certificate Understanding the Common Difficulties of Feeding in MIG Welding Aluminum Weld Metal Selector Guide - C1.50 (pdf) Welding Chrome-Moly 4130 Tubing for Sporting Applications What is Preheat?
	Welding Projects & Miscellaneous
	Looking to tackle a new welding project? You’ll find ideas here plus some general interest stories too.
	select article Aeroshell Aerobatic Team, sponsored by Lincoln Electric Arc Welding Safety Dago Red: Lincoln Sponsors Record-Breaking Aircraft How I Did it Project: Snowmobile Restoration How I Did It Project: Welder Builds His Own Gated Community Lincoln Electric and Arc Welding Open History Channel Program on Welding Lincoln Electric Named Official Welder of Jay Leno's Big Dog Garage Lincoln Electric named the Official Welder of Goodguys Lincoln Electric Official Sponsor of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Pipeliner 200 -- Sometimes Old Welders are Best Pneumatic Dreamer Sculpted of Bronze—and Air Project: Adding a Utility Box to Your Trailer Project: An Improved Gas Cylinder Clamping System Project: Building The Perfect Snowblower Project: Fifty-Five Gallon Drum Dolly Project: Fireplace Doors Project: Hay Feeder Project: How to Build a Metal Welding Table Project: How to Weld Your Own Lamp Project: Ice Fishing Stove Project: Spring Loaded Gate for Calf Roping Chute Project: Sub-Soil Ripper Project: The Romantic Gazebo Project: Welding a Coffee Table Project: Wheelchair Ramp Project: Build a World War I 'Tommy' Biplane Project: Build your Own Texas Grill Project: Heavy Duty Mower Trailer Project: Pit Cart Project: Relief Art Mural Project: Welding an Ornamental Entry Gate Safe Practices Promote Arc Welding Safety Storm Watch: What You Need to Be Prepared The Xtracycle Sport Utility Bicycle Welded Sculptures Welding and Farming - The Two Go Hand-In-Hand

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