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MIG welding offers loads of benefits, including high quality welds without sacrificing productivity. However, some common missteps can interfere with MIG welding success, costing you both time and money. Here are six often-made mistakes to avoid them.
Like any tool, ignoring the signs that indicate it's time to replace your MIG welding tip can lead to subpar welds, increased spatter, and overall frustration. Here are some telltale signs that it's time to swap out your old MIG welding tip for a new one.
Looking for a CNC plasma cutter? You likely have a lot of questions. Before you start your search, do some research to ensure you choose the right one for your shop. Here are a few factors to consider.
Kudos to this year's SkillsUSA Welding and Fabrication champions! Your dedication and skill shine brightly, inspiring others in the industry. Keep up the fantastic work!
In the realm of personal protective equipment (PPE), Trust Protection stands as a beacon of unwavering commitment to safety and quality. With decades of collective experience in the industry, Trust Protection has made it their mission to design and distribute top-tier products tailored specifically for the welding industry.
While it might not be the first choice for everyone, those who venture into the world of welding often find themselves on a remarkable journey that offers a unique blend of craftsmanship, financial security, and personal fulfillment. At Central Welding Supply, we're here to support and inspire those considering welding as a career choice by highlighting the countless reasons why it's a brilliant idea.
The new Millermatic 142 makes professional-quality MIG welds easy, even if you don’t weld every day. Our newest portable MIG welder is fast and simple to set up, has a high duty cycle and can run on generator power, everything you expect from a Miller MIG welder.
Effective August 1st 2023 Central Welding Supply has purchased Weldors Equipment Repair. Dating back to 1952, Weldors Equipment Repair has been a consistent, reliable repair facility for all gas apparatus equipment (torch and regulator repair), and for the past few years has also expanded into welding equipment/machine repair.
Chris Evans won the 62nd Rose Cup Race on Sunday, July 9, driving a car of his own design. Evans is the owner of Chris Evans Race Cars, located on Swan Island, where he builds chassis for competition in the SCCA Trans-Am professional racing series.
Corey Peabody of Covington, Wash., drove Beacon Plumbing to his second-straight race victory at Guntersville today, but he won the H1 Unlimited Racing Series event after the final heat had to be canceled due to an approaching thunderstorm. Peabody was the winner of the APBA Gold Cup in Guntersville a year ago and his Strong Racing Team has now won in the Alabama city three years in a row.
Shoutout to Kevin Boddy for WINNING the Evergreen Speedway Small Car Demolition Derby on Sunday night.
Robotic welding is no longer just for large manufacturers. See how smaller shops are taking advantage of welding robots.
Outdated equipment can drive up construction welding costs. Learn how new welding technology can save your operation money.
No matter the welding process or material, here are six questions to help determine what filler metal to use for DIY welding.
A HUGE shutout to Adam Porter and Roy Rich in Fairbanks, hosting a the fourth TIG Class. Along with Eric who provided fantastic welding theory and advice for the whole class. With everything great that comes with the classes we don’t plan on stopping them! Reach out to the Fairbanks Team for more information
No one wants to breathe in dirty air, especially when you’re fabricating metal. However, not all spaces provide enough air movement to keep you safe. For instance, areas that are smaller than 10,000 cu. ft. for each welder require extra help when it comes to fume mitigation.
Here are some three tools that when combined can drastically minimize fumes and capture polluted air – so you can breathe easier.
There’s more to welding than just machines and materials. The right safety equipment is essential. Yet not all are created equal. With endless choices, how do you know what you truly need and the factors to consider when picking out personal protective equipment, aka PPE? Here’s a look at a few must-haves:
Today, Mickey Wilton, Founder of Central Welding Supply, completed a delivery of 350 Christmas Stockings for children of all ages to the Sky Valley Food Bank in Monroe, WA. Jeremy Millette and Tim Shawver, managers from the Lynnwood, WA and Central Cryogenics division (respectively), have supported the delivery for a number of years.
Two NEW 6000 gallon Liquid Nitrogen and Liquid Argon vessels that we just set in place in front of the 13315 (Smokey Point Campus) building today, standing nicely next to the existing 50 ton CO2 vessel we installed about a year ago:
The reliable POWER MIG 211i MIG welder is your best friend on the farm, in the small shop, or for maintenance and repair work — and it's in stock and ready to ship today!
Central Welding Supply is happy to announce our new Anchorage, AK location that opened today! The new location at 2345 E 4th Avenue, Anchorage AK expands local retail and statewide service to Alaska.
Anchorage represents the third retail and distribution location in Alaska, after the Fairbanks, AK store opened in April 2022, and the Wasilla, AK branch, the first Alaska store for Central Welding Supply opened in February 2017.
Finding qualified and reliable welders continues to be a challenge in the manufacturing industry. For many manufacturers, the thought of automating can be a daunting concept due to the high investment and learning curve often involved. Many shops also require mobility, without the static footprint and guarding traditional automation requires.
The Installation of a 5600L liquid nitrogen tank with vaporizer powers, installed by Chris King, Nate Kelsey & Paul Feeney, system engineering specialists from our Central Cryogenics division.
A CENTRA-PAD was installed as the foundation for the 5,500 Liter MB tank to support a new Mitsubishi laser application, purchased to eliminate the bottle neck they were facing with lead times on their cut parts. CENTRA-PAD portable pads streamline the infrastructure to minimize the installation cost.
Central Welding Supply is proud to be represented at the Governor’s Industrial Safety and Health Conference in Tacoma, WA, September 28-29, 2022, by Safety Professionals from our Safety Division, Central Safety Supply. The annual conference offers training & education on the latest tools and technologies to promote safe and healthy working environments for the people of Washington State.
Congratulations to WQMA Drivers that brought home WINS from the Western Grand Nationals, dubbed “Battle at Big Sky” at Big Sky Speedway in Yellowstone County on Friday, Aug. 21, 2022. Central Welding Supply is a happy sponsor of the WQMA Washington Quarter Midget Association in Monroe, WA.
Congrats to Roger Burt on his 1st Place Win at Skagit Speedway, Saturday, August 27, 2022. Roger started in position 6 in the heat race and finished 2nd in his heat. The field was inverted for the main event, Roger started in position 3, took the lead going into turn 2, and never looked back. “There were a few challenging cars, but never close enough to pass,” Roger took home his first main event win in his Hornet Series class,” said Roger’s Dad, Mike Burt.
Thanks to Mike Buell, Central Welding Supply VP, who leads our Motorsports Sponsorship program, for sharing the Results and Recap from the Central Welding Supply 125. The event was an exciting “Family Night at the Races” at Evergreen Speedway, August 20, 2022!
We’re excited to get this up, installed and in service, primarily to support our BevCarb (bulk CO2) deliveries and CO2 squirt trucks serving the Kelso, Vancouver, Portland and Albany territories. We’ve outgrown the 14 ton receiver in Portland that’s been the primary source in that region. Keeping up with local business growth in the area required multiple deliveries per week to meet the needs of our customers.
Central Welding Supply is proud to be a long-time sponsor for Chris Evans Racing. We’re happy to celebrate Chris’s dominating win at the Portland International Raceway!
The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli Western Championship had an exciting day at Portland International Raceway, with three classes represented in the top-three finishing positions when the checkered flag waved.
Bryan Blackhurst, Outside Sales/Gas Products, from our Medford, OR location shared the great news. “Bruxton almost made the podium this year. His goal was a top 10 finish, and he almost won the whole dang thing. Such a close race from the top 5. He finished 4th and got to see his buddy Trey from Rhode Island make the stage. Lots more work to put in to prepare for the opportunity to go back next year. I have no doubt he will continue to chase the ship, and put in the long, lonely hours under the hood,” said Bryan.