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In this episode, Beau Wigington chats with William England, a seasoned blacksmith turned fabricator, who shares how his background in traditional blacksmithing significantly elevated his fabrication skills, particularly in creating ornamental ironwork. He reveals simple yet effective blacksmithing techniques that can drastically increase the value and uniqueness of fabrication projects.Key Topics Covered:Transitioning Careers: William shares his journey from corporate America, where he was involved with innovative tech products, to discovering his passion for metalwork and fabrication.Blacksmithing Basics: Introduction to essential blacksmithing skills like twisting metal, tapering, and shaping iron to add ornamental value and functionality.Ornamental Ironwork: Detailed exploration of ornamental ironwork, highlighting its aesthetic and practical value in modern fabrication projects.Essential Tools and Techniques: Advice on affordable and accessible tools (hammers, anvils, twisting wrenches) and basic techniques to create impressive ornamental metal features.Forge Types: Pros and cons of using coal, propane, and induction forges, and recommendations on which might be best for beginners.Material Sources: Tips on sourcing metal affordably, including utilizing scrapyards, flea markets, and online retailers like King Metals for ready-made ornamental components.Skill Development: Importance of precision and hammer accuracy in blacksmithing and how to practice effectively.Resources Mentioned:Forge Groups & Conferences:Southern Ohio Forge and Anvil (SOFA) – Quad StateAppalachian Area Chapter of BlacksmithsLocal hammer-ins and workshops for practical learning experiencesAmerican Welding Program Metallurgy and Material Specifications - https://foxly.link/bc6EHP William England Content & Contact:Instagram: @england_ironworks https://www.instagram.com/england_ironworks/ Connect with Beau Wigington:Instagram: @beaudiditwelding https://www.instagram.com/beaudiditwelding/Email: beauw@weld.com WELD App: @beaudiditDownload the WELD App:https://foxly.link/b7xDzp 

In this weeks episode, we’re diving deep into welding consistency as Beau Wigington chats with Alex Seibert, known on social media as @CrapOutWelds. Alex specializes in both MIG and TIG welding in the aerospace industry as well as off-road fabrication. In this episode, he shares valuable insights into dialing in perfect welds, mastering the “stacked dime” technique, and crucial fabrication tips he’s learned from years of experience across multiple industries.Key Topics Covered:Alex’s Welding JourneyHow Alex got started welding at Palomar Community College.The origin story behind his unique username, “Crap Out Welds.”Achieving Consistent WeldsTips for mastering stacked dime welds with MIG.Why controlling your puddle (wet vs. sluggish) is critical for consistency.Alex’s unique MIG technique, resembling “roller coaster” cursive e’s, to achieve perfect dimes.The importance of rhythm and how using a metronome or music playlists could help maintain consistent weld patterns.TIG TechniquesManipulating filler rod and torch motion to perfect your TIG welds.Tips on pulsing your foot pedal and filler dips for consistent results.Fabrication EssentialsKey skills every fabricator needs, including accurate layout and precise measuring.Practical clamping tools that every fabricator should have in their workshop.Advice for handling sheet metal and avoiding common pitfalls with thin-gauge welding.The importance of creating a detailed build plan to avoid fabrication mishaps.Strength vs. AestheticsAlex discusses the debated topic of stringers vs. stacked dimes, clarifying when each is appropriate and why being proficient in both techniques is essential.Memorable Quotes:“The best way to master welding consistency is through repetition. Keep practicing, keep asking questions, and absorb as much information as you can.” – Alex SeibertRelated Courses From The American Welding ProgramBasic Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Theory (GTAW/TIG 101) - https://foxly.link/dEyNvQBasic Wire Process Welding (GMAW,FCAW)- https://foxly.link/yGkYhL Alex Seibert's Content & Contact:Instagram: @crapoutwelds https://www.instagram.com/crapoutwelds/ TikTok: @crapoutwelds https://www.tiktok.com/@crapoutwelds?lang=en Connect with Beau WigingtonInstagram: @beaudiditwelding https://www.instagram.com/beaudiditwelding/ Email: BeauW@weld.comWELD App: @beaudidit Download the WELD App:https://foxly.link/b7xDzp

In this week’s episode, Beau Wigington chats with Tim Luskin from Tim Welds, a welding and mechanical engineer specializing in aerospace. Tim dives into his unique journey into aerospace, detailing the processes, metals, and meticulous standards involved. He also shares jobs in the aerospace field on the NDT side that people often overlook and gives us some insight into the inspiration of starting his YouTube channel Tim WeldsKey Topics Discussed:What is Aerospace Welding?Exploring gas turbine engines for jets and land-based turbines.Welding exotic metals like nickel alloys and stainless steels.Getting started in Aerospace:Importance of TIG welding and other processes like electron beam and laser welding.Advice on gaining industry experience through entry-level positions.Welding Tests & Qualifications:Typical tests in aerospace welding, dealing with thin materials and precision.Non-Destructive Testing (NDT):Careers in inspection, dye penetrant testing, ultrasonic inspection, and more.Engineering & Welding Intersection:How welders can transition into engineering roles.Understanding how engineers design welds considering fatigue, corrosion, and real-world applications.Metallurgy in Welding: Insight into the chemistry behind welds, sensitization, and alloy selection.Misconceptions Between Welders and Engineers:The importance of effective communication and collaboration.Tim's Journey & YouTube Channel:Starting Tim Welds, transitioning from projects to educational content.Favorite projects including V8-powered cordless drill and custom-built go-karts.Quotes:“Get a job somewhere doing what you think you want to do—even if it's deburring parts. Getting in the door is the first step.” – Tim Luskin“Engineers who've worked as welders or machinists are typically way better engineers.” – Tim LuskinRecommended Resources:AWP CWI Prep Course - https://foxly.link/08Kcg0Connect with Tim Luskin:YouTube: Tim Welds - https://www.youtube.com/@TimWeldsInstagram: @timwelds - https://www.instagram.com/timweldsWebsite: TimWelds.com - https://timwelds.comConnect with Beau Wigington:Instagram: @beaudiditwelding https://www.instagram.com/beaudiditwelding/Email: BeauW@weld.com WELD App: @beaudiditDownload the WELD App: https://foxly.link/b7xDzp

In this episode, Beau Wigington chats with Brianna Harbinson, a skilled sanitary and stainless steel welder based in Denver, Colorado. Brianna shares her inspiring journey of overcoming a severe brain injury and rediscovering her passion for metalwork by mastering the intricate skills of stainless steel welding. She highlights the nuances of welding in the sanitary industry, her approach to precise fabrication, managing distortion, and ensuring weld quality through meticulous purging and preparation techniques.Key Topics Covered: Recovering from a traumatic brain injury and its impact on her welding career Techniques for mastering stainless steel weldingSanitary welding standards and practicesManaging heat distortion in stainless steelProper material preparation, cleaning, and purging Importance of precision and attention to detail in fabricationMemorable Quotes:“Your brain is a muscle, and you just have to retrain it.” “What you do on one side, you must do on the other to manage distortion.”“Be hungry to learn and dedicated to doing things right the first time.”Resources Mentioned: Purge Plugs: Tools for sanitary welding https://www.purgeplugs.com/Helpful YouTube Videos:Fighting Stainless Steel Distortion While TIG Welding Nozzles https://youtu.be/HKX3p9sYnlI How To Get Gold TIG Welds On Stainless Steel https://youtu.be/1pNj30wGV9M Brianna’s Content & Contact: Instagram: @_ravnoye_welds Website: https://www.rmaart.com/ Connect with Beau:- Instagram: @beaudiditwelding- Email: Beauw@weld.com- WELD App: @beaudiditDownload the WELD App:https://foxly.link/b7xDzp

In this episode, Beau Wigington sits down with Frank Vargas from Uniweld Products to discuss the fascinating cross-section of welding, sales, and everything in between. From Frank’s journey into the welding industry to the unique ways he approaches sales, this conversation shows how having technical skills can be just as crucial as knowing how to close a deal. Frank also shares his passion project, Torch Tales, and talks about how building relationships—on both the manufacturing and distributor sides—can shape a fulfilling career in the trades. Quotable Moments On Adapting Communication Styles in Sales: “Learn how to read people and communicate the way they want to be communicated with, not just how you prefer to communicate.” On Bringing Value Beyond Price: “You’re not just buying the product—you’re getting the experience, the support, the follow-up. That’s what sets us apart.” On Finding Mentors: “Pick someone who’s strong where you’re weak. That’s how you add a new tool to your belt.” On Torch Tales: “I wanted to show people there are so many different paths in this industry—welding is the highway, but it has countless exits.” Resources Books Mentioned Leadership Gold by John C. Maxwell The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino Industry Organizations & Shows Fabtech: Major trade show highlighting metal fabrication and welding innovations IOMA: International Oxygen Manufacturers Association show (global scale) GAWDA (Gases and Welding Distributors Association): Spring, Regional, and Annual Conferences Connect with Frank Vargas LinkedIn: Frank Vargas on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-vargas-0273a173/ Instagram: @torch_tales https://www.instagram.com/torch_tales/ Torch Tales YouTube - @TorchTales https://www.youtube.com/@TorchTales Connect with Beau Instagram: @beaudiditwelding WELD App: @beaudidit Email: Beauw@weld.com

In this episode, Beau Wigington chats with Travis Field, a Canadian rig welder now living and working in the United States on a specialized work visa. Travis shares how he “fell into” welding in Alberta, Canada, completing the Red Seal apprenticeship program and eventually adding a vast number of specialized welding certifications to his repertoire. He highlights the pivotal role of his mentor, whose encyclopedic knowledge and private welding school exposed Travis to an array of exotic metals—like titanium and zirconium—and fueled his desire to keep learning. Travis explains key differences between welding in Canada and the U.S., the nuances of welding thick-wall titanium for highly corrosive applications, and the importance of thoroughly shielding exotic alloys from oxygen. He also discusses the visa process, emphasizing how crucial it is to collect documentation, build a rare and valuable skill set, and thoroughly prove one’s qualifications when seeking a work permit in the States. Finally, Travis offers practical advice for new welders—encouraging them to learn from experienced mentors, document every skill gained, and continually expand their expertise to remain competitive and open doors to international opportunities. Notable Quotes • “I kept welding because my mentor had all these courses in titanium, zirconium, copper-nickel. I just never stopped wanting to learn.” • “Any part of the metal that’s heated has to be protected away from the atmosphere—titanium has zero forgiveness for oxygen exposure.” • “If you want to work abroad, document everything. Every skill, every certification, every job. Prove your value at every step.” Connect with Travis • Instagram: @travisfield_tx • WeldTube Channel: WeldTube on YouTube Connect with Beau • Instagram: @beaudiditwelding • Weld App: @beaudidit • Email - ⁠⁠Beauw@weld.com Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week’s episode, Beau Wigington sits down with metal artist and part-time attorney, Alisyn Palla of Meraki Metalworks. She takes us through her unconventional journey from a 16-year career in high-stakes business litigation to discovering her passion for welding and creative metalwork. Alisyn shares the story behind the name “Meraki,” a spin on the Greek word “Meraki,” which means doing something with your heart, soul, and full creative energy. She talks candidly about facing her initial fears of failure, the humble beginnings of her very first Harbor Freight welder, and how she slowly pivoted from the legal world to metal art—ultimately finding a new sense of fulfillment and a thriving creative business. Alisyn’s approach is deeply rooted in experimentation—what she affectionately calls “FAFO” (fool around and find out). She illustrates how that process has led to stunning, large-scale art pieces that beautify both public spaces and private galleries, while teaching her invaluable lessons about resilience and problem solving. Throughout the conversation, Alisyn highlights her investment in learning through hands-on workshops (like those hosted by Stephanie Hoffman, Sosa Metalworks, and Bailey Industrial) and the power of building relationships at events like Fabtech. She also reveals her passion for giving back: from speaking at local high schools and AWS chapters to empowering others—especially women—to explore the vast opportunities in welding and fabrication.  Memorable Quotes • “My worst day in the shop is still better than my best day as a litigation attorney.” • “Every project is literally a puzzle. You figure out the pieces, make them, and glue it all together.” • “There’s no such thing as failure—only lessons learned for the next project.” Resources & Mentions • Meraki Metalworks • Website: merakimetalworks.net • Instagram: @meraki.metal.works • Facebook & TikTok: meraki.metal.works • Workshops & Events • Underground Metal Works @underground_metal_works • Sosa Metalworks (Las Vegas) • Bailey Industrial’s Metal Shaping Workshop • Fabtech Conference (Networking & Industry Trends) • Book Recommendation: • The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron Connect with Alisyn • Instagram: @meraki.metal.works • Contact Form: merakimetalworks.net Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Upgrade your plasma cutter to a Thermacut EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx  Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180 Si - https://foxly.link/taIiwU  Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠⁠Beauw@weld.com Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week’s episode, Beau Wigington chats with self-taught fabricator and structural engineer Jake LeGrand about his journey from college research labs to hand-cutting custom metal signs and flatbeds in his Kansas City–area shop. Jake shares how learning a broad range of skills—from plasma cutting to welding—opened new doors and fueled his passion for “collecting” techniques. If you’ve been curious about taking on sign-making, turning your hobby into paid work, or just leveling up your fabrication game, this episode is for you. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: 1. Jake’s Beginnings • How a college job in a research lab led Jake to discover a love for welding and fabrication. • The crucial first “yes” moments that sparked his passion for fabrication. 2. From Hobby to Side Business • Making pheasant silhouettes and farm signs for friends and professors—and how word-of-mouth grew his clientele. • Balancing a day job as a structural engineer with an after-hours metalworking hustle. 3. All About Plasma Cutting • Going from a compact Hobart unit with an internal compressor to setting up a larger shop space. • Why dry air and proper equipment maintenance can save you money on consumables. • Hand-cutting vs. CNC: Why Jake still loves the artistry and freedom of freehand plasma cutting. 4. Building Large-Scale Projects & Shipping • Creating oversized signs and the shipping challenges that come with them (including freight costs and oversize fees). • Safety tips for cutting into tanks, including thorough cleaning and venting. 5. Sign-Making Logistics • How Jake sketches sign designs using an iPad and overhead projector to achieve accurate proportions. • Lighting options (like Govee LED strips) for durable, easy-to-control sign backlighting. • Simple mounting solutions that help customers install heavy metal signs. 6. Tool Talk & New Adventures • Jake’s recent partnership with ESAB and how it aligns with his preference for genuine, “non-salesy” endorsements. • Venturing into building custom truck flatbeds and the opportunities on social media platforms (like TikTok) for new projects. 7. Mindset & Advice for New Fabricators • Keeping the passion alive and avoiding burnout: why loving what you do is key. • The importance of doing your own research and respecting others’ time when asking for help. • Embracing a “skills collector” mentality—never know which skill you’ll need next! Connect with Jake • Instagram: @LeGrandMetalWorks • TikTok: @LeGrandMetalWorks • Facebook: LMW LeGrand Metal Works • YouTube: LeGrand Metal Works (Shorts & upcoming full-length project videos) Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Upgrade your plasma cutter to a Thermacut EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx  Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180 Si - https://foxly.link/taIiwU  Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠⁠Beauw@weld.com Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this episode, Beau sits down with Lucas D’Angelo—better known as “MannMadeInMA”—to explore his one-of-a-kind path in fabrication, welding, and machinery rebuilding. Lucas operates a full-blown machine and fabrication shop right in the basement of his home in Massachusetts, turning small-run and often overlooked jobs into his specialty. He reveals how he got hooked on metalworking and why he never shies away from a new challenge—even if it means rebuilding massive vintage machines and hoisting a Bridgeport mill into his basement with a DIY crane setup. Join us as Lucas shares his best tips for: • Building a Personal Brand: How social media helped him showcase his range of skills—and why being genuine and excited on camera can make all the difference. • Taking on “Odd Jobs”: Why small-scale fabrication and custom repair work is surprisingly lucrative, and how your most valuable tool might just be a simple bracket or weld-on trailer part. • Vintage Machine Rebuilds: How Lucas scores old industrial machinery on the cheap, then breathes new life into it with a little elbow grease (and sometimes a bucket of sand for welding cast iron!). • Embracing the Side Hustle: Balancing a full-time day job with a thriving “second shift” business—and the freedom that comes from being able to say “no” when he needs a break. • Dealing with Haters: Why he posts his mistakes just as often as his wins, and the surprising upside to going viral for a shop-fail video. Connect With Lucas D’Angelo Instagram @mannmadeinma https://www.instagram.com/mannmadeinma/  TikTok - @mannmadeinma https://www.tiktok.com/@mannmadeinma  YouTube - @MannMadeinMA https://www.youtube.com/@MannMadeinMA/videos  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mannmadeinma?mibextid=LQQJ4d  Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Check out the Everlast RedSabre 2000 Laser Welder - https://foxly.link/xsSqBz  Upgrade your plasma cutter to a Thermacut EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx  Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180 Si - https://foxly.link/taIiwU  Stop welding fumes at the source with the Abicor Binzel x-FUME Advanced - https://foxly.link/lUVEtV  Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠⁠Beauw@weld.com Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week’s episode, Austin and Beau recap the past year, including trips across the country to check out different shops and schools and all the lessons they learned along the way. They talk about some of their biggest failures and learning moments, some of their favorite experiences, and some goals for videos to make next year.  Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Watch 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders Season 2 out now! - https://foxly.link/62t60v  Stop fumes at the source with the Abicor Binzel xFume Advanced - https://foxly.link/lUVEtV  Harness the power of Laser welding with the Everlast RedSabre 2000 - https://foxly.link/xsSqBz  Upgrade your plasma cutter to the Thermacut EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx  Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ Connect with Austin Weld App @austinhargett Instagram @dr.weldz Email - Austinh@weld.com  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week’s episode, Beau explores three different ways to learn how to weld: attending school, learning on the job, or teaching yourself. He begins by sharing his own experience of going through a welding program at a local community college, offering insights into what you can expect from trade school. Next, we dive into the world of on-the-job learning with a clip from Stan Sherwin, who honed his welding skills working alongside his father, practicing on scrap metal during lunch breaks and after hours. We also hear from Laura King, who started her welding journey after a chance conversation at her liquor store job led to a helper position. Finally, we delve into self-taught welding with Hayden Barnes, who mastered the craft using YouTube tutorials and the support of an online community. By the end of the episode, you’ll have a clearer picture of each path and which one might be the best fit for you. Tune in and find the inspiration to start your welding journey! Listen to Stan Sherwin’s Full episode  WELD EP 154: Never Say No To A Weld with Stan Sherwin https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/dxWWQ37yiPb Listen to Laura King’s Full Episode WELD EP 145: The Long Journey To The Steam Fitters Union with Laura King https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/IzNgm87yiPb Listen to Hayden Barnes's Full Episode WELD EP 153: You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know with Hayden Barnes https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/dl3dp536qPb Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180 Si - https://foxly.link/taIiwU Abicor Binzel xFUME Advanced - https://foxly.link/lUVEtV Everlast Welders RedSabre 2000 - https://foxly.link/xsSqBz Thermacut EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Connect With Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email BeauW@weld.com Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Dan Lucianek & Jakub Stawinski from Markal celebrating 90 years in the marker business about the different types of markers they have to fit a number of applications. They talk about the types of feedback they hear from welders in the industry that have lead to them developing markers that can cut through grease or oil, show up under a welding hood, or even glow in the dark. Find the perfect marker for you using the Find A Marker Tool www.markal.com Connect with Markal Instagram https://www.instagram.com/markalmarkers/  Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/markalmarkers/  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/markalmarkers  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/LacoMarkal  Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week’s podcast, Beau stops by the IPG Photonics booth at Fabtech to talk to Dean Brennan, the National Sales Manager for LightWELD, and Rex Alexandre, the President and Principal Engineer for The Handheld Laser Institute, about the future of laser welding in the industry and different applications that might become more commonplace. They talk about the benefits of laser welding, the pathway to laser welding certifications, and advice for people interested in adopting the process in their business.  Learn More About The IPG Photonics LightWELD Systems https://www.lightweld.com/ Learn More About The Handheld Laser Institute https://foxly.link/U1bLUV Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Speed up your cutting and grinding with the 3M Abrasives Cubitron 3 - https://foxly.link/O77QxM Upgrade your plasma-cutting game with the Thermacut EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Matthew Nix, President and CEO of Nix Companies INC., about scaling their family business from 4 people to over 200 employees. He talks about his company's history, starting in 1092, the unique strategies they used to grow through acquisitions, creating a workplace culture that attracts world-class employees, and his upcoming book, “Forging Ahead,” which will be released next week. Connect with Matthew Nix Link to Pre-Order on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Forging-Ahead-Generations-Small-Town-Fastest-Growing/dp/B0DJDP67ZN Nix Companies Purchase Options: https://www.nixcompanies.com/forging-ahead-book-order/ Matthew's Personal Website: https://bebigactsmall.com/ Matthew's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-nix-b8132687/ MakingSparks: https://makingchips.com/show/making-sparks/ MakingSparks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/making-sparks Nix Industrial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nix-industrial/ Nix Companies LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nixcompanies/  Nix Companies: https://www.nixcompanies.com/  Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Watch the full season of 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders season 2 - https://foxly.link/62t60v Stop fumes at the source with the Abicor Binzel xFume Advanced - https://foxly.link/lUVEtV Learn more about the compact Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180Si - https://foxly.link/taIiwU Weld anywhere with the battery-powered ESAB Renegade Volt - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with David Madero, a metal sculpture artist based in Torreón, Mexico who has created sculptures for ESAB, Miller Electric, IPG Photonics, UniWeld, and games like Activision’s Call of Duty & Diablo. He talks about catching the welding bug at the age of 5 by watching his father who was a sculpture artist, different techniques he uses to make his artwork, and gives people advice on how to get started with art. Connect With David Madero Instagram - @madero.co https://www.instagram.com/madero_co/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MaderoCo  Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/madero-co.  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MaderoCo/  Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Harness the power of Laser welding with the Everlast RedSabre 2000 - https://foxly.link/xsSqBz  Weld anywhere with the battery-powered ESAB Renegade Volt - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi  Learn more about the compact Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180Si https://foxly.link/taIiwU  Stop fumes at the source with the Abicor Binzel xFume Advanced - https://foxly.link/lUVEtV  Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Ryan Boyd from Walter Surface Technologies at their booth at Fabtech in Orlando this past year. Ryan talks about Walter's history and what they are implementing into their power tools to help cut down on vibration and keep you safe when using them. He talks about common problems people have and the tools that would help them, his experience growing in the company, and the types of equipment we can look for.  Learn more about all the great products over at Walter Surface Technologies Website https://www.walter.com/en_US Instagram https://www.instagram.com/waltersurfacetech/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@waltersurfacetech Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/walter-surface-technologies YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/TheWalterNetwork Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Watch the final episode of 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders https://foxly.link/62t60v Learn more about the compact Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180Si https://foxly.link/taIiwU Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week's podcast, Beau sits down at the ESAB booth at Fabtech this year in Orlando, Florida with Scott Raabe to talk about the path way to starting his school Precision Welding Academy, and then Ian Johnson pops by to talk about what you need to get started in automotive fabrication.  Connect with Scott Raabe Instagram  @scott_raabe https://www.instagram.com/scott_raabe/ @precisionweldingacademy https://www.instagram.com/precisionweldingacademy/ Precision Welding Academy Website - https://www.precisionweldingacademy.com/ Connect with Ian Johnson Instagram @ianfrombigtiregarage https://www.instagram.com/ianfrombigtiregarage/ Learn more about the ESAB equipment mentioned in the episode Warrior 400 - https://foxly.link/6niUuh Rebel 205 AC/DC - https://foxly.link/cSqI1i Tune into episode 7 of 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders https://foxly.link/HkrOrH Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week's podcast, Beau sits down with Ronnie Dunne, a regional sales manager for Gentex‘s PureFlo division at their booth during this year's Fabtech Expo. Ronnie talks about the long-term health risks of breathing in welding fumes, and ways to protect yourself from them with things like their PureFlo all-in-one PAPR system that delivers fresh air on demand keeping you safe from welding fumes. Outside of just fume protection, Ronnie shares the different equipment they make, from high heat resistance equipment for foundry work to the helmets in the fighter jet's cockpit.  Learn more about the PureFlo System https://foxly.link/JgqlOp  Want to see all the different equipment Gentex makes? https://foxly.link/VvKbM7 Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Tune into episode 6 of 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders https://foxly.link/62t60v Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180 Si https://foxly.link/taIiwU Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau and Austin recap their most recent trip where they visited The Maker Camp in the Catskill Mountains of New York and then flew directly down to Orlando for this year's Fabtech Expo. They talk about what it is like to go to Maker Camp and what you can expect to see and do if you haven’t had the chance to attend as well as recapping the experience of building a BBQ Smoker in around 12 working hours. Then give us a recap of everything they did at Fabtech this year at the Expo and a look into the different networking events at night throughout the week.  Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Weld off the grid with the ESAB Renegade Volt https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Harness the power of laser welding with Everlast Welders RedSabre1500 - https://foxly.link/T6GU7V Get A Free Basics Of HH Laser Safety Welding Training Course from Kentek with MEF24 https://foxly.link/zLNK0i Watch Episode 5 of 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders Season 2 - https://foxly.link/62t60v Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ Connect With Austin Weld App @austin_hargett Instagram @dr.weldz Email AustinH@weld.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Sharon Guerrero aka Miss.Welds a welder and fabricator based in Houston about emerging leaders in the welding industry helping people learn though social media and YouTube. She talks about learning about different pathways outside of welding, it increase of women getting into the industry, sharing the struggles of messing up, and her future plans for her career.  Connect with Sharon Guerrero Instagram @miss.welds https://www.instagram.com/miss.welds/ TikTok @miss.welds https://www.tiktok.com/@miss.welds Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Stop fumes at the source with the X-FUME Pro fume extraction torch from Abicor Binzel https://foxly.link/lUVEtV See everything the Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180Si can do -  https://foxly.link/taIiwU Harness the power of laser welding with Everlast Welders RedSabre1500 - https://foxly.link/T6GU7V Watch Episode 4 of 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders Season 2 - https://foxly.link/62t60v Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Rodney Ross owner of Midstate Welding about transitioning from pipeline work to running a custom fabrication company. He talks about working with his brother Austin Ross on organizing jobs, the balance welding business owners need to have between working for or on your business, custom fabrication projects he has built for the show Building Outside The Lines, and advice for people looking to get into the custom fabrication and mobile welding industry. Connect with Rodney Ross Website www.midstate-welding.com Instagram @midstatewelding https://www.instagram.com/midstatewelding/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MidStateWelder YouTube - @midstatewelding3194 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU48_LpFux_CJDr_KPEvKbg Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mid-state-welding-llc/ Thank You To Our Trusted Partners RSVP for the AWS Arcs & Ales Event 10/16/24 https://foxly.link/j1byAA Are you looking for welding supplies in Oregon? Check out Industrial Source - https://foxly.link/96Wr2c Find the perfect Markal marker for your next project - https://foxly.link/oGn1YA Kentek Get A Free Basics Of HH Laser Safety Welding Training Course with MEF24 https://foxly.link/zLNK0i Watch Episode 3 of 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders Season 2 - https://foxly.link/62t60v Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Brett McColl from Industrial Source who is coming up on 80 years in the welding supply business about ways they are helping make customers' lives easier by setting up delivery schedules, what the industry is like up in the Pacific Northwest, who would be a great fit to work at a welding supply store, and how they are trying to help the future of the industry grow by partnering up with local schools.   Learn more about Industrial Source www.industrialsource.com Instagram @industrial_source https://www.instagram.com/industrial_source/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/IndustrialSourceOR Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/industrial-source-oregon/ Thank You To Our Trusted Partners RSVP for the AWS Arcs & Ales Event 10/16/24 https://foxly.link/j1byAA Watch Episode 3 of 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders Season 2 - https://foxly.link/62t60v Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Austin Hargett about what led him to teach instead of fieldwork. He talks about some of the first jobs he had and what you have to get a foot in the door sometimes, taking a job at a school to focus on honing his pipe welding skills, things that he feels would improve the welders coming out of trade schools, and the new teaching opportunities through YouTube to show different parts of the vast welding industry.  Connect With Austin Hargett Instagram @Dr.Weldz TikTok @Austin Thank You To Our Trusted Partners RSVP for the AWS Arcs & Ales Event 10/16/24 https://foxly.link/j1byAA Are you looking for welding supplies in Oregon? Check out Industrial Source - https://foxly.link/96Wr2c Get a free Basics Of Hand Held Laser Safety Course from Kentek  using code MEF24 https://foxly.link/MmFTY9 Find the perfect Markal marker for your next project - https://foxly.link/oGn1YA Watch Episode 1 of 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders Season 2 - https://foxly.link/62t60v Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with EJ Naegeli a welder and fabricator who moved across the country to follow her dream of building custom racecars. She talks about getting inspired by working on her first project car to get more involved in the automotive industry, learning to weld by the guide of a teacher Brett Fenning who got her started in TIG welding aluminum and stainless steel, and what she thinks the welding industry could do to attract more people from the younger generations. Connect With EJ Naegeli Instagram @ej_was_here YouTube @ej_was_here Thank You To Our Trusted Partners RSVP for AWS Arcs & Ales Night ⁠https://foxly.link/j1byAA Everlast Welders - Learn More about the RedSabre 2000 - https://foxly.link/T6GU7V ESAB - Weld without the power cord with the Renegade Volt - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Thermacut - Find the right plasma cutter for your shop EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Watch 3M Abrasives Clash Of The Grinders Season 2 Episode 1 September 24th https://foxly.link/HkrOrH Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Austin Handel who started Maker Camp with the help of his friend Jimmy Diresta to give makers a weekend to come together and learn new skills in all kinds of disciplines such as blacksmithing, woodworking, leatherworking, power carving, and many more. This year Austin and I are going to be in the fabrication tent building a smoker with Chris Verde from Green Money Fab to demonstrate some stick welding. He talks about his inspiration for starting the camp, gives some history to his family’s business The Black Thorne Resort, and he tells us about some new activities to try out this year up in the Catskill Mountains. Connect With Austin Handel Website - https://catskillmountainmakerscamp.com/ Instagram - @themakercamp https://www.instagram.com/themakercamp/ YouTube - @themakercamp https://www.youtube.com/@themakercamp Thank You To Our Trusted Partners RSVP for AWS Arcs & Ales Night https://foxly.link/j1byAA Kentek - Get A Free Basics Of HH Laser Safety Welding Training Course with MEF24 https://foxly.link/zLNK0i Abicor Binzel - Stop fumes at the source with the xFUME Pro - https://foxly.link/ghoADW ESAB - Weld without the power cord with the Renegade Volt - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi 3M Abrasives - Tune into episode 1 of Clash Of The Grinders 9/24/24 - https://foxly.link/HkrOrH Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Jason & Miranda Chiasson owners of Chiasson Smoke about building their business starting off making horse riding spur and taking jobs that came their way to making rocket stoves and BBQ smokers after finding an audience on social media. They talk about the dynamics of working together as husband and wife, tools that helped their business grow, utilizing social media to get “paid to market your business”, and the importance of networking and building relationships.  Connect with Chiasson Smoke Website https://www.chiassonsmoke.com/ Instagram @chiassonsmoke https://www.instagram.com/chiassonsmoke/ TikTok @chiassonsmoke https://www.tiktok.com/@chiassonsmoke YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmthizFiUZOPJGHSDLQl4-A Thank You To Our Trusted Partners ESAB - Weld off the grid with the engine driven Ruffian ES 150 EDW - https://foxly.link/ZKdjjU Thermacut - Find the right plasma cutter for your shop EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Everlast Welders - Check out the RedSabre 2000 Laser Welding machine - https://foxly.link/T6GU7V Lincoln Electric - Learn more about the Sprinter 180 si - https://foxly.link/taIiwU Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Eric Pleil owner of Elite Welding Business about common pitfalls people run into when starting a welding business. He talks about breaking through limiting mindsets, having a 6-month emergency fund, setting up systems to help your business grow, and advice for people who are struggling to find success in their welding business.  Connect with Eric Pleil YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV56B3BUHXgtFT9FZY57aUg Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/eliteweldbiz Instagram - @eliteweldbiz https://www.instagram.com/eliteweldbiz/ Thank You To Our Trusted Partners  RSVP for AWS Arcs & Ales Night https://foxly.link/j1byAA Markal - Find the right marker for you https://foxly.link/oGn1YA 3M - Spend less time grinding with the Cubitron®3  Kentek - Get A Free Basics Of HH Laser Safety Welding Training Course with MEF24 https://foxly.link/MmFTY9 ESAB - Experience the power of the Renegade Volt https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Brett Fenning owner of Fen Fabrication about welding custom car parts and the importance of building your welding foundations one step at a time. He talks about his approach to teaching someone to weld aluminum, his favorite equipment, working on a postioner, and starting his own business. Connect With Brett Fenning Instagram @fenfabrication https://www.instagram.com/fenfabrication/ Website https://fenfabrication.com/ TikTok @fenfabrication https://www.tiktok.com/@fenfabrication Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Lincoln Electric - Learn more about the Sprinter 180 si - https://foxly.link/taIiwU Abicor Binzel - Stop fumes at the source with the xFUME Pro - https://foxly.link/ghoADW ESAB - Weld without the power cord with the Renegade Volt - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Thermacut - Find the right plasma cutter for your shop EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Jason Hurst a metal sculptor, and artist that aims to inspire people to learn welding and metalworking by taking a slow approach to get little wins. He talks about how he first got the welding bug by restoring a Volkswagen Rabbit, getting inspired to try art after being encouraged by friends, finding a passion for building Star Wars models out of scrap metal, transforming an ambulance into a tiny home, and gives his advice to people looking to get into making art with welding. Connect With Jason Hurst Instagram @jasonhurst.me https://www.instagram.com/jasonhurst.me/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@jasonHurst Website https://jasonhurst.me/ Thank You To Our Trusted Partners KentekKentek - Get A Free Basics Of HH Laser Safety Welding Training Course with MEF24 https://foxly.link/MmFTY9 Everlast - Learn more about the RedSabre 2000 https://foxly.link/T6GU7V 3M - Grind and finish your material faster with the Cubitron 3 https://foxly.link/O77QxM Thermacut - Learn more about the EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Kevin Johnson, Owner Of JMW Specialty Welding And Fabrication, and host of the Welding Business Owners Podcast about September's second annual Fabricator Olympics. He talks about what makes someone a good fabricator, the most important skills that will make you a better one, what winning a welding or fabrication contest can do for your business, and some advice for people looking to learn the art of fabrication.  Connect With Kevin Johnson Websites JMW Specialty Welding And Fabrication https://jmwfabrication.com/ Fabricator Olympics https://www.fabricatorolympics.com/ Instagram @weldingbusinessownerspodcast Podcast https://www.weldingbusinessownerspodcast.com/ Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Thermacut EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx ESAB Renegade Volt - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Abicor Binzel xFume Pro - https://foxly.link/ghoADW 3M Cubitron 3 - https://foxly.link/O77QxM Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Adam Streich a CWI and welding instructor at Pellissippi State Community College about common misconceptions around welding from pushing vs pulling with MIG, welding downhill, what kind of welding can make you the most money, and where to go to find good information for those looking to expand their welding knowledge. Connect With Adam Streich Instagram @akstreich https://www.instagram.com/akstreich/ Watch some of Adam’s Videos 150 Year Old Twin Carbon Arc Welding Meets New Welding Machines https://foxly.link/IWM2Y2 Can You Turn Your MIG Welder Into A TIG Welder? https://foxly.link/10wR9O DCEP VS DCEN FCAW Article - https://foxly.link/Br9Ij4 Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Kentek - Get A Free Basics Of HH Laser Safety Welding Training Course with MEF24 https://foxly.link/MmFTY9 Everlast - Learn more about the RedSabre 2000 https://foxly.link/T6GU7V 3M - Grind and finish your material faster with the Cubitron 3 https://foxly.link/O77QxM ESAB - Welding anywhere with the battery-powered Renegade Volt https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Jonathon Herrera a rig welder and owner of Pearl Snap Pimps about finding success after welding school chasing jobs that took him overseas to work at the US Embassy, Hawaii to work at Pearl Harbor and back home to build a solar plant with plenty of jobs inbetween. He talks about working his way through school and putting in extra hours to improve his skills, talking the talk when it comes to getting jobs, and starting his brand Pearl Snap Pimps to give welders clothes to help express their lifestyle and trade.  Connect With Jonathan Instagram @pearlsnappimps     @jonathon_herrera23 Website https://pearlsnappimps.com/collections Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Abicor Binzel xFUME Pro - https://foxly.link/ghoADW Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180si - https://foxly.link/hMWuTN Everlast  RedSabre 2000 - https://foxly.link/T6GU7V Thermacut EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Ronnie Bowen a journeyman pipe fitter in the Local 803 about what it looks like joining the Union with field or welding school experience. He shares some common red flags he sees in new welders joining the union, things he does to try and help his apprentices grow, starting a business that is signed on with a union, and advice for people trying to figure out if joining a union is right for them.  Connect with Ronnie Bowen Instagram @fitter_bowen Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Markal - https://foxly.link/oGn1YA 3M - https://foxly.link/O77QxM ESAB - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Abicor - https://foxly.link/ghoADWConnect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Justin Mixon, the Assistant Director of Quality at Crystal Steel Fabricators Inc., AWS chapter treasurer, and newly appointed district chair, about obtaining his CWI, CWE, and CWS. He talks about beginning his welding career in a job shop where he learned how to weld different alloys, testing for his CWI, and taking a different approach to his 9-year renewal by testing for his SCWI. He leaves the listeners with advice about how the AWS can help welders grow in their careers and how to get involved. Everlast - RedSabre 2000 - https://foxly.link/T6GU7V 3M Cubitron®3 - https://foxly.link/O77QxM Thermacut EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180 - https://foxly.link/hMWuTN Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Jesse James, a renowned custom fabricator know for his custom choppers West Coast Choppers and wild builds on the show Monster Garage. He talks about how he first got into TIG welding, learning the art of blacksmithing which he uses to forge Damascus steel to make custom guns, and welding exotic materials like copper. He also dives into the importance of fixturing and developing a flow in your workshop.  Connect with Jesse James Website https://jessejames.com/ West Coast Choppers https://westcoastchoppers.com/ Instagram @popeofwelding https://www.instagram.com/popeofwelding Thank You To Our Trusted Partners ESAB Renegade Volt - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180 - https://foxly.link/hMWuTN Abicor Binzel xFume Pro - https://foxly.link/ghoADW Everlast - RedSabre 2000 - https://foxly.link/T6GU7V Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week's episode, Beau chats with Andrew Brown an advocate of the skilled trades & founder of Toolfetch.com, and Host of The Lost Art Of The Skilled Trades. He talks about how he was inspired to start working with the trades after helping with the aftermath of 9/11 working to help side by side with tradesmen and first responders. He talks about the growing skills gap when it comes to the trades, working with the AWS to help inspire the next generation to consider welding, and a new foundation called the Skilled Trades Advisory Council that he is helping to get up and running to provide funding and scholarships to people looking for a career in the skilled trades. Connect with Andrew Brown Website - Andrewbrown.net Instagram @andrewbrowntrades Linkedin YouTube @Toolfetch Podcast Lost Art Of The Skilled Trades  Skill Pointe Career Quiz - https://skillpointe.com/ Careers In Welding - https://www.aws.org/career-resources/career-paths-in-welding Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Lincoln Electric Sprinter 180 - https://foxly.link/hMWuTN Abicor Binzel xFume Pro - https://foxly.link/lUVEtV Everlast - RedSabre 2000 - https://foxly.link/T6GU7V Thermacut - EX-TRAFIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Joel Welch a pipeline welder based in Mississippi who shares his journey to becoming a pipeline welder and dispels some of the misconceptions for new welders looking to break out on their own. He talks about the progression from working on service lines before getting his shot on the main line, how long jobs typically last, how long it takes to find new ones, and then how he plans on setting himself up for success in the future.  Connect with Joel Instagram @welchwelding https://www.instagram.com/welchwelding/ Website https://welchweldingllc.com/ Pipeliners Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@PipelinersPodcast Thank you to our Trusted Partners Make your mark every time with Markal Markers https://foxly.link/oGn1YA Weld anywhere with the battery-powered ESAB Volt https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Learn more about the Thermacut EXTRA-FIRE - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foxly.link/KnrZrx⁠⁠⁠⁠ Stop toxic welding fumes at the source with Abicor Binzel’s xFume Pro ⁠https://foxly.link/lUVEtV⁠ Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Bob Higg owner and operator of Franken Fab out of Tampa, FL about repairing Heavy Equipment and hardfacing. He talks about the common types of repairs they do to help get construction companies back up and running, hardfacing work that helps to extend the life of equipment, and the importance of safety when doing this work. He then leaves new welders looking to start their own business with some advice about buying what you need without going into a ton of debt.  Connect with Bob Instagram @frankenfab813 Thank you to our Trusted Partners Do it all with the Everlast Welders Lightning MTS 275 - https://foxly.link/BKQPDW Learn more about the Thermacut EXTRA-FIRE - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foxly.link/KnrZrx⁠⁠⁠⁠ Stop toxic welding fumes at the source with Abicor Binzel’s xFume Pro ⁠https://foxly.link/lUVEtV⁠ Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Power MIG 215 - ⁠⁠https://foxly.link/hMWuTN⁠⁠ Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Jason Becker, Host of the Arcjunkies podcast and Owner of Underground Metal Works and Weld Works Training Center about the difference between a welding certificate and a welding certification. In a recent video, Beau visited Jason’s facility to show the process of getting certified to D1.1 using Dual Shield Flux core and in the podcast Jason elaborates on the process of getting certified and making sure you are getting the right one. He emphasizes that welding certifications are specific to processes, positions, materials, and thicknesses and that a basic welding certification is not a requirement for all welding jobs.  Connect with Jason Instagram @arcjunkiespodcast @underground_metal_works  Website - https://www.underground-metalworks.com/ Arc Junkies Podcast - https://arcjunkies.com/ Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Discover the power of the battery-powered ESAB Renegade Volt - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Learn more about the Thermacut EXTRA-FIRE - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://foxly.link/KnrZrx⁠⁠⁠⁠ Stop toxic welding fumes at the source with Abicor Binzel’s xFume Pro ⁠https://foxly.link/ghoADW Learn more about the Everlast Welders Lightning MTS 225 -⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://foxly.link/BKQPDW⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the WELD App today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Marc Levin who started an apprenticeship program called Welder Underground, in Brooklyn, New York. It aims to teach welding skills to young people aged 18 to 28. Unlike traditional schools, Welder Underground pays apprentices $15 per hour, eliminating the need for them to work multiple jobs to support themselves. The program provides a welcoming environment for those with no prior skills or training, emphasizing the importance of showing up on time, having a passion for learning, and a desire to use the skills for a positive purpose. The program currently involves building an 18-foot-tall sculpture designed by artist Eric Orr, which will be donated to Paris as a permanent reminder of the first Olympics to feature breaking as a sport.  Connect with Marc & Welder Underground Instagram @welderunderground Website https://www.welderunderground.org/ Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Stop toxic welding fumes at the source with the Abicor Binzel xFume Pro https://foxly.link/ghoADW Learn more about the Thermacut EXTRA-FIRE - ⁠⁠⁠https://foxly.link/KnrZrx⁠⁠⁠ Never miss a mark again with Markal Markers - https://foxly.link/oGn1YA Learn more about the Everlast Welders Lightning MTS 225 -⁠ ⁠https://foxly.link/BKQPDW⁠⁠ Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Keenan Maines, a seasoned welder fabricator, who recounts his 35-year career. He talks about getting his start in welding at Braun where he held multiple positions and advises new welders to get into manufacturing to get exposure to all kinds of jobs. He then talks about learning to weld aluminum after hours at a shop to get another job building car wash systems before walking in the door of DeAngelo Marine Exhaust and telling the owner's wife he could weld better than the guy out in the show who happened to be the owner and put his skills to the test getting a job right off the street. He then left to pursue work building turbine boats and power generators before coming back to DeAngelos where he currently works in the fabrication department. He leaves the audience with advice to own up for mistakes you make, and do you best every day and the money will find you. Connect with Keenan Instagram @metalsmasherart Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Power MIG 215 - ⁠⁠https://foxly.link/hMWuTN⁠⁠ Learn more about the Thermacut EXTRA-FIRE - ⁠⁠https://foxly.link/KnrZrx⁠⁠ Learn more about the Everlast Welders Lightning MTS 225 - ⁠https://foxly.link/BKQPDW⁠ Learn more about the Renegade Volt from ESAB - ⁠https://foxly.link/EcZEEi⁠ Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Brain House from Housemade.us about the power of collaboration. Recently we popped by his shop and raced to see who would put together one of his Revolution 2x72 belt grinders the fastest. If missed it you can watch it here We decided it would be awesome to chat about how collaborating with others can help grow your business. He shares how he finds people to collaborate with, the red flags you want to avoid, and then ends the episode by advising on working on yourself to put out the best work possible.  Connect with Brian Instagram @housemade.us Website - Housemade.us YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HouseMadeUS Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Learn more about the Renegade Volt from ESAB - https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Learn more about the X-Fume Pro from Abicor Binzel - ⁠ https://foxly.link/ghoADW Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Power MIG 215 - ⁠https://foxly.link/hMWuTN⁠ Learn more about the Thermacut EXTRA-FIRE - ⁠https://foxly.link/KnrZrx⁠ Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau sits down to chat with Stan Sherwin who we recently visited at DeAngelo Marine Exhaust where he raced against a Cobot to see who could weld a 32” flange the fastest. Stan shares his beginnings in the trade under his father's guidance, overcoming challenges and embracing the opportunities that led him to specialize in various welding techniques, particularly TIG welding different metals. He emphasizes the importance of practice, patience, and never shying away from challenging tasks to master the craft. Stan's stories shed light on his philosophy of striving to be the best, his adaptive learning through trial and error, and his advice to upcoming welders on pursuing excellence. We dive in after a quick word from our trusted partners Connect With Stan Instagram @ss_custom_welding Learn more about DeAngelo Marine Exhaust https://deangelomarine.com/ Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Learn more about the X-Fume Pro from Abicor Binzel - https://foxly.link/ghoADW Learn more about the Thermacut EXTRA-FIRE - https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Learn more about the Everlast Welders Lightning MTS 225 - https://foxly.link/BKQPDW Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Power MIG 215 - https://foxly.link/hMWuTN Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - ⁠Beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Hayden Barnes who taught himself to weld and changed careers by starting his business @tookiesshop named after his grandfather, leaving a desk job to work with his hands. He talks about how he has reached out to people in the online welding community for advice and tips to learn, built up his business via word of mouth and handing out flyers and business cards, and then leaves us with some advice about not being afraid to ask questions because you don’t know what you don’t know until you come across it.  Connect with Hadyen Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tookiesshop/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TookiesShop Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Everlast Welders - Check out the Lightning MTS 225 https://foxly.link/BKQPDW 3M - Enter to compete in Clash Of The Grinders www.weld.com/clashofthegrinders ESAB - Check Out the battery-powered Renegade Volt https://foxly.link/EcZEEi Abicor Binzel - Learn more about the X-Fume Pro https://foxly.link/ghoADW Connect with Beau Weld App @beaudidit Instagram @beaudiditwelding Email - Beauw@weld.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Nate Bowman who you might know as the Weld Scientist about the upcoming season of Clash Of The Grinders which he will be hosting this year. Students will have a chance to win up to $15,000 for first place and Nate dives into some of the things students should keep in mind for the competition. He talks about working the application engineers over at 3M learning a ton about their products with hands on experience, and then leaves us with advice about learning to really dial in your machine by knowing what the knobs do.  Connect With Nate Instagram @weldscientist YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@weldscientist Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Sign up for your chance to compete in season 2 of Clash Of The Grinders at ⁠www.weld.com/clashofthegrinders⁠ Learn more about the ⁠Lincoln Electric Power MIG 215 MPi⁠ https://foxly.link/hMWuTN Never miss a mark again with the great selection of markers for ⁠Markal⁠ https://foxly.link/oGn1YA Learn more about the Thermacut Ex-Trafire https://foxly.link/KnrZrx Want to be on the show or have a topic you would like to hear about? Connect with Beau on the Weld App @beaudidit or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠beauw@weld.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s episode, Beau chats with Codie Aljets, a metal artist based in Gunnison, Colorado. He talks about finding inspiration in nature which is the subject of a lot of his art. He talks about trying to grow as an artist as well as in business with the help of a coach, meeting other artists when traveling and asking them questions, and a little behind his motivation in the art world, and giving it your all because you only have so much time to live in life so you might as well make the most of it.  Get in contact with Codie Instagram @codiealjetsart Website - www.codiealjetsart.com Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Power MIG 215 MPi Sign up for your chance to compete in season 2 of Clash Of The Grinders at www.weld.com/clashofthegrinders Learn more about the ESAB Renegade Volt Never miss a mark again with the great selection of markers for Markal Want to be on the show or have a topic you would like to hear about? Connect with Beau on the Weld App @beaudidit or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠beauw@weld.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week’s podcast, Beau chats with Jesse McCollum from Everlast Welders about their new line of handheld lasers and all the different things that people need to know when it comes to safety when acquiring one for your shop. He talks about his journey to working with Everlast, the learning curve with their new laser machines, and where he sees lasers fitting into the industry in the future.  Connect with Jesse Instagram @mccollum.weldfab @everlastwelders Website www.everlastgenerators.com Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Learn More about Everlast’s new line of laser welders here Never miss a mark again, check out all the options from Markal here Learn more about Thermacut’s EXTRA-FIRE series here Enter to compete in season 2 of Clash Of The Grinders ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Learn more about the X-Fume Pro from Abicor Benzel here Want to be on the show or have a topic you would like to hear about? Connect with Beau on the Weld App @beaudidit or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠beauw@weld.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week's episode, Beau chats with John Henderson from ESAB about the world of Oxyfuel. He talks about the best practices when it comes to setting your gas for both cutting and welding, we go over the the different types of flames and best uses and then about lighting and exterminating your flame. If you are getting into the world of oxyfuel you won’t want to miss this one. Connect with John Email - john.henderson@esab.com Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Learn More about the ESAB G150 Portable Tote Learn more about the Lincoln Electric Power MIG 215 MPi Learn More about Everlast Welders ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ Enter to compete in season 2 of Clash Of The Grinders ⁠here⁠ Want to be on the show or have a topic you would like to hear about? Connect with Beau on the Weld App @beaudidit or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠beauw@weld.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week's episode, Beau chats with Dusty James owner of Pacific Arc Tig Welding about his approach to teaching people to TIG weld. He talks about how he focuses on starting with the fundamentals and trying to constantly get little wins to keep his students interested in learning. Connect with Dusty Instagram YouTube Website Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Learn more about the xFUME® PRO from Abicor Binzel ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Learn more about the EX-TRAFIRE from Thermacut ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Learn More about Everlast Welders ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Enter to compete in season 2 of Clash Of The Grinders here Want to be on the show or have a topic you would like to hear about? Connect with Beau on the Weld App @beaudidit or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠beauw@weld.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this week's episode, Beau talks with Mike Barnett about his experience as a welder traveling around from contract to contract. He talks about getting with a company that seeks out different jobs for welders, things that help him avoid loneliness and isolation on the road, and then gives some advice to new welders in the industry to listen and leave their egos behind if they want to learn. Connect with Mike Instagram TikTok Thank You To Our Trusted Partners Learn more about the xFUME® PRO from Abicor Binzel ⁠here⁠ Learn more about the EX-TRAFIRE from Thermacut ⁠here⁠ Learn More about Everlast Welders ⁠here⁠ Learn more about Lincoln Electric here Want to be on the show or have a topic you would like to hear about? Connect with Beau on the Weld App @beaudidit or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠beauw@weld.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download the weld app today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/WeldDotCom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠