Welding for Beginners in Fabrication
By Roger Scates
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Learn the essentials for every welding beginner. Take action now and start mastering the welding craft!
Learning such a complex craft can be difficult and even intimidating at first. The information can be overwhelming and the options may seem endless and confusing. So much so that it's hard to find the right place to start. That is why having a solid foundation of knowledge can drastically reduce the learning curve.
You are in luck! This book offers all the essential information for a beginner. By starting in the right direction, you can become an expert welder in no time. All you need is the dedication and the desire to learn.
Later down the road, you will be glad to know that you did not waste your time and money going in all directions and ending up nowhere.
Here are some of the points you will find after downloading this book:
- Workplace safety
- Safety gear and how to choose the right one
- Welding equipment
- Stick Welding
- MIG Welding
- TIG Welding
- Introduction to off-road welding
Every craft takes time to master but we can reduce the learning curve by taking the right approach. Even if you are completely new to welding you can find everything you need in this book to build a solid baseline.
The journey may take a while but the best you can do now is start in the right place.
Stop wasting time deciding and take action! This book is the right place to start. Order now and begin your training.
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Welding for Beginners in Fabrication - Roger Scates
Welding for Beginners in Fabrication
The Essentials of the Welding Craft
by Roger Scates
Text Copyright © 2018 Roger Scates
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The information contained in this book and its contents are not designed to replace or take the place of any form of medical or professional advice. The information provided by this book is not meant to replace the need for independent medical, financial, legal or other professional advice or services, as may be required. The content and information in this book have been provided for entertainment purposes only.
The content and information contained in this book have been compiled from sources deemed reliable and are accurate to the best of the Author's knowledge and belief. The Author cannot, however, guarantee its accuracy and validity and cannot be held liable for any errors and/or omissions. When needed, further changes will be periodically made to this book. Where appropriate and/or necessary, you are obligated to consult a professional (including but not limited to your doctor, attorney, financial advisor or such other professional advisor) before using any of the suggested remedies, techniques, or information in this book.
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Contents
I. Introduction
II. Getting Started
Workplace Safety
General Health and Safety in Welding
Fire and Explosion Prevention
Fume and Gas Control
Electrical Safety
Safe Use of Welding Gases
Equipment
Welders
Electrodes
Clamps
Angle Grinder
Other Equipment
Safety Gear
Helmet
Gloves
Grounding Clamps
Clothing
Other Safety Products
III. Welding Techniques
Stick Welding (SMAW)
MIG Welding (GMAW)
TIG Welding (GTAW)
IV. Down to the Wire
V. Going Off-Road
VI. Conclusion
I.
Introduction
Everyone is familiar with the concept of welding, and quite a few people have picked up the skill as a hobby. Basically, welding is the process of joining two pieces of metal using heat. The joint of a weld that is well done looks clean and is hard to detect. Welding can be intimidating to some people since you need to work with extreme heat. An accident can be even fatal. That is why you need the right gear in addition to some safety practices if you want to try it out. When you get used to it, the