Aaron Rice, Author at WaterWelders

Aaron Rice

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Aaron is a Pacific Northwest native. He worked in landscaping from a young age which eventually led him to start his own small-scale business. He then turned his attention to welding. He has worked as a welder and fitter on Portland and Tacoma waterfronts building railcars, bridges, and marine structures. Bringing together the theoretical aspects of fabrication with the nitty-gritty is something he's enthusiastic about. In his free time, he enjoys coffee, playing guitar, and playing cribbage with his wife. He is currently a graduate student in Boston, Massachusetts.

30 Horseshoe Welding Projects to DIY Today (With Pictures and Videos)

There’s more you can do with old horseshoes than toss them or use them as paperweights. They’ve got a rustic appeal, but they are also incredibly sturdy and can be used for several purposes. Most horseshoes are made of mild steel. So, whether you are a novice or a veteran welder, you should find them […]

MIG Welding for Beginners: 7 Tips & Tricks to Get You Started

With the pull of a trigger when you drop your hood, MIG welding is easily the most practical welding process. The bright arc makes it easy to see your puddle (unlike TIG), and you don’t have to constantly reload electrodes into a stinger (like SMAW). As anxious as you are to start welding, there are […]

40 Rebar Welding Projects to DIY Today (With Pictures and Videos)

Rebar is one of those pieces of “scrap” metal that actually has a lot of use. Maybe you just finished laying some new concrete slab, but you have a lot of rebar leftover. Don’t throw it out just yet! There’s a lot you can do with it, both on the practical end of creating tools […]

60 Art Welding Projects to Try Today (With Videos)

If you’ve been welding for a while, perhaps in the field for functional purposes, you might be a little hesitant to try your hand at something a little less functional. If you are feeling bold and dangerous (you will have to deviate from code), you can make some awesome creations from plain old scrap lying […]

Welding for Beginners: 20 Tips & Tricks to Get You Started

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Welding can be intimidating at first, but if you’re reading this, chances are you are feeling at least a little bit courageous. Here you will find some helpful tips, tricks, and things to keep in mind when starting your welding journey. Even if you’ve been welding for a while already, you might learn a few […]

FCAW vs MIG Welding: Differences & When to Use Them

Aside from automated welding processes, FCAW (flux-cored arc welding) and MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding are the two most efficient welding processes out there. Both machines have a welding gun that strikes an arc with the pull of a trigger, feeds the filler metal from a roll of wire, and has adjustable parameters on the […]

Flux Core Welding for Beginners: 7 Tips & Tricks to Get You Started

So, you’ve decided to take up flux core welding. It’s not a bad choice, especially for those just starting out. The equipment is pretty user-friendly, and you can strike an arc with the pull of a trigger. It’s a lot easier than starting to learn stick, for example. While flux core is a more unorthodox […]

Porosity in Welding: What it Is, Causes & Remedies

You’ve got your hood down. You’re welding a groove weld nice and smooth. Everything is looking consistent. You’re in the zone. Then the weld puddle starts sputtering a little bit. You think, “It’s just some extra mill scale burning off of the edge of the plate. No big deal, right?” You continue welding. Then you […]

How Long Are Welding Certifications Good For? (2024 Guide)

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The American Welding Society (AWS) is the largest welder certification agency in the United States. They issue certifications for welders, inspectors, and instructors. Even though many cities and municipalities issue their own certifications for welders, the AWS is the most universal standard. If you are a certified welder and did your test at an AWS […]

What is Cad Welding, and How Does It Work?

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Cadweld is a brand name for the exothermic welding process. This is a process most often used to form strong bonds where arc welding would induce too much heat into the joint. Exothermic welding is often hidden from sight, since one of the most common applications is the joining of large cables, such as copper […]

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