Here at Sidney Lee Welding, we love to plastic weld! Plastic welding is a really practical skill as so many things today are made with plastic. Instead of throwing away everything plastic that breaks, with some simple welding skills, you will be well on your way to being everyone’s go-to fixer! You might also be …
So, you think you want to learn how to weld? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Not only is welding a fulfilling and potentially lucrative career, but welders are currently in high demand. Starting your high-paying career in welding could be less than a year away. If you’re getting serious about starting the process …
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Okay, hopefully at this point, we’ve talked you into starting a welding business of your own! So how do you get started? One of the most important things to do as you begin this new business is to make sure you’ve got all the right tools. And your helpful Sidney Lee Welding Supply staff is …
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As a welder, it’s important to understand the world of welding symbols for more independent work. Where do welding symbols show up and how do you read them? When you’re working on a project from a blueprint, welding symbols indicate what types of welds are required for the varying components involved in the job. They …
Are you an independent welder wondering how much to charge for your skills? It’s important to avoid underpricing your work if you’re starting out so you don’t hurt others in your industry, but how do you decide what amount is right? Instead of making some guesses about your hourly, let’s discuss some of the things …
In a recent blog post, we talked about the benefits of working as a pipefitter and what it takes to get a job in this career. This line of work is very beneficial, with lots of opportunities for growth and promotion if you’re ready to work hard. What does it take? While it’s good to …
Welding itself is a rewarding career, but there’s more to it than honing your skills. Welders have to learn and practice for a long time to draw good, stable lines but even so, every system needs its checks and balances to make sure the work is done correctly. Because welders often work on building up …
The world of steel is wide and if you work with it, you’ve got to be familiar with the varied structures available. As welders, it’s important for us to understand how the differing types affect our work and which ones are appropriate for each job. Each job site requires specific materials to ensure the safety …
Sidney Lee Welding Supply Co. in Atlanta, GA salutes the women who brave a male-dominated field to find success with welding equipment. Since it’s been a while, we thought we’d take another look at some of the inspiring women who have inherited Rosie the Riveter’s modern mantle. WOMEN WELD FROM ATLANTA, GEORGIA TO CANADA They …
You might have heard the news that NASA intends to explore nearby asteroids for metals. The more we learn about our cosmic neighbors in the solar system, the more people get to thinking – in both the public and private sectors – about how we might be able to profit off these planets. The interesting …