Welding is an essential process used in many industrial applications, from construction and manufacturing to repair and maintenance. There are several different welding services available, each with its own unique properties and applications. The following is a closer look at the different industrial welding services.

Shielded Metal Arc Welding

Shielded metal arc welding (or SMAW) is a manual welding process that uses a consumable electrode to produce an electric arc and melt the metal being welded. SMAW is a versatile welding process that can be used on a variety of metals, including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. 

SMAW is an effective welding process for heavy-duty applications, as it can produce strong and durable welds.

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding 

Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), or Tungsten Inert Gas welding, is a manual welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce an electric arc and melt the metal being welded. GTAW is precise and often used in critical applications, such as aerospace and medical equipment.

GTAW is an effective option for welding thin materials, as it can produce precise and clean welds.

Gas Metal Arc Welding

Gas metal arc welding (GMAW), also called MIG welding, is a semi-automated welding process that uses a consumable wire electrode to produce an electric arc and melt the metal being welded. 

This is an effective option for welding thicker materials, as it can produce strong and efficient welds.GMAW is fast and efficient and is often used in large-scale production applications, such as automotive and heavy equipment manufacturing.

Flux Cored Arc Welding

Flux Cored Arc Welding (or FCAW) is a semi-automated welding process that takes a consumable wire electrode with a flux core to produce an electric arc and melt the metal being welded. FCAW is similar to GMAW but is often used in applications where high deposition rates are required, such as heavy fabrication and construction. FCAW is another effective choice for welding thicker materials.

Submerged Arc Welding

Submerged Arc Welding (or SAW) is a semi-automated welding process that uses a consumable wire electrode to produce an electric arc and melt the metal being welded. SAW is a high-productivity welding that's frequently used in large-scale production applications, such as shipbuilding and pipeline construction. SAW is yet another effective choice for welding thicker materials.

Resistance Welding

Resistance welding uses an electric current to heat the metal and produce a weld. There are several different types of resistance welding, including spot welding, projection welding, and seam welding. 

For more information on industrial welding, contact a professional near you.