You might be a welding student, or maybe you’re trying to understand if welding could be a good career fit for you. There are two terms that you will need to befamiliar with to make an informed decision about your education orcareer path: “Qualified Welder” and “Certified Welder.” Being a Qualified Welder doesn’t have any …
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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 …
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Here at Sidney Lee Welding, we strive to be the best in the welding industry. We have high standards for our work, and want to make sure that our customers are taken care of. Not everyone, however, has the same standards as us. We want to make sure that, no matter what the reason, you …
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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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If you’re a beginner, student, or hobbyist welder, using a good old-fashioned stick welder may be the best, least expensive choice for you, especially if you’re choosing a Miller welder from Sidney Lee Welding Supply in the Atlanta, GA area. Stick welders may not be as versatile as newer TIG or MIG welders, but they …
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It’s no surprise that a lot of organizations around the world support welding education. As such a vital piece of our world, welding provides the infrastructure and fabrication we need to keep things in motion. But did you know that the support for this application reaches further than community organizations and educational programs? Ever heard …
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Now more than ever, the demand for welders to join our workforce grows. The growth of our cities depends on the building of solid infrastructure, which requires skilled welders who understand how to create strong joins. But as we call out for more and more skilled employees, fewer and fewer are available. According to the …
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If you’re reading this blog, you must have some interest in welding. And if you’ve kept up with our posts, you know that a welding career is stable, profitable, and in demand! So, are you ready to get started as a welder? We’d like to help! Here’s our advice for getting your welding career off …
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We’re glad to see interest in the welding field from all kinds of populations! Welding instruction is offered in many different environments, including inside prisons where interest is high and on the rise. Learning this trade is an excellent way for incarcerated people to set themselves up for success when facing the challenges leveled on …
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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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