Many of us are comfortable using an oxy-acetylene torch, but sometimes we’re dissatisfied with our cuts. Here are things to check, and tips to improve torch performance: 1. Generic regulator setting ...

For many welding-related jobs, metal cutting is required before a welding arc is started. Two popular metal-cutting processes to choose from are plasma arc and oxy-fuel. Both systems have advantages ...

Look around you. Is there anything – anything – within a 25- to 30-foot radius that could catch on fire if, say, a shower of sparks were to land on it? Are you sure? What are you wearing? Does your ...