Cameron Dekker
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Cameron grew up in Allentown, Pennsylvania, a once-proud steel town on the Lehigh River, where he got a taste of TIG welding in his high school shop class. He holds certificates for Certified WeldingEducator (CWE) and Certified Resistance Welding Technician (CRWT) from the American Welding Institute. His interests include scuba diving, sculpture, and kayaking.
When it comes to PPE (personal protective equipment), welders are sort of known for being the most strict. You need your goggles, your vest, and a host of other things just to get started with your first piece. Here, you can find a quick and easy checklist that will prevent possible injury. The Welding Safety […]
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If you’re interested in welding as a career, you’ve come to the right place. We love welding and know how brilliant a career choice it is, but it’s not for everyone. Like every option in life, there is a good and a bad side to it, and you shouldn’t make a decision until you have […]
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MIG vs TIG: it’s an age-old debate. Which one’s better? Which one should you choose? MIG welders often say their process is the best, and TIG welders take a similar stance. However, the answer is simple; they’re both right. MIG is always best for the jobs MIG welders do, and TIG welding fuses TIG projects […]
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A good welding respirator can be hard to find, but it can also be worth its weight in gold. Going without one for just a few minutes can leave you coughing and potentially make you sick, so it’s important to get a respirator that’s up to the task. While there are many overpriced professional-grade models […]
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Are you wondering how hot a plasma cutter gets? As it’s the most effective means of cutting metal with heat, it needs to be an incredibly hot system. A plasma cutter can chew through up to 200 inches of material per minute. Scientists and engineers have been working on improving the technology to increase the […]
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You have plans. First, you wish to rule your neighborhood with an iron fist. Then, the world. Part of that is erecting an antenna to share your thoughts with the world’s Ham radio operators. But, you also need to build a cage for your enemies. So many enemies. You’re going to need something to do […]
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Picking out your perfect welding helmet is a lot of hard work. You want to make sure you’re not blowing your budget, but you also want a quality product that will protect you while you’re using it. With so many mixed reviews out there, we thought we’d compile them and do all the hard work […]
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Sheet metal welding is no easy task, but with a bit of practice on the right welder, it can be mastered like any other type of welding. Unfortunately, welders are not generally advertised for specific types of welding like sheet metal welding. Therefore, we have written reviews of five of the best machines to use […]
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Whether you’re a hobbyist or seriously into auto-body work, having a good welder makes all the difference in finishing your cars quickly and to the highest quality. There are plenty of welders to choose from, and everyone has their own opinion of what they like, so not every welder we have below will suit you. […]
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It has been said that half the battle is having the right tool for the job. If you’ve ever dealt with the frustration of a poorly functioning welder or one that wasn’t suited for your needs, then you’ll probably feel that there is some truth to this statement. How thick of metal can your welder […]
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