Arc Junkies

In this weeks episode, I am answering the listener submitted request, what tip should I use for Oxy-Fuel cutting.   Supporter of the Show : CK Worldwide Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: Show@arcjunkies.com

In this weeks episode, I'm chatting with Tim Settle from @radicalops  TIG Rigs. We talk about his career, the type of work he does with Specialty Welding and Turnarounds (SWAT) and his TIG rigs. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home   Friends of the Show: Lincoln Electric Instagram: @lincolnelectric Online Store: https://bit.l...

In this episode, I am answering the question, how do I prevent material distortion. I give a few helpful tips on how I prevent my materials from warping and keeping things square and flat while welding.  Supporter of the Show: CK Worldwide  Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcas...

Today I am chatting with Dusty James from Pacific Arc TIG Welding on YouTube and Instagram. Dusty just achieved a major accomplishment on his YouTube Channel and is also releasing a new online TIG welding Training Program complete with a textbook made just for people looking to learn the art of manipulating molten metal with the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Process. We discuss what Dusty's been up to...

In this weeks episode of Just The Tip Tuesday, I  was asked if I could go over the benefits of ground clamp placement. This was a great question that often gets over looked in the shop and on the job site. There are many benefits to a properly placed ground clamp and I cover them in this episode. Enjoying the episodes? Please share them with anyone who would find the information beneficial. Suppor...

Today I am chatting with Austin Hargett better known as Doctor Weldz, I'm sure you've seen Austin's work all over Instagram and TikTok and If you haven't I highly recommend you giving him a follow. He does some really cool technical demonstrations, art work and some hilarious skits. In this episode, we talk about his journey into welding,his work with automation, manual welding and his path to pay...

Todays episode answers the user submitted question, what cup sizes should I use and how much stickout should I have for a given project. I get into all that and more in this episode of Just the Tip. If you have a Just The Tip Question, send me an email Show@arcjunkies.com  or hit me up on Instagram. If I use your question, I'll send you a free Arc Junkies Sticker Pack. Supporter of the show: CK Wo...

In this weeks episode, I am chatting with Max Ceron with the Canadian Welding Bureau and Kevin Johnson with the Welding Business Owners Podcast. We all met last year at the Hard Rock Live event while attending Fabtech and decided it would be a good idea to do a collaborative podcast. We talk about welding, running a business, struggles and goals, and weld instruction. Im sure you're going to have...

In this weeks episode of Just The Tip Tuesday, Brian Logaglio joins me to discuss getting hired on after welding school. I had a great time talking with Brian and we cover a lot of ground to help provide some insight into getting your first job as a welder. Supporter of the Show: CK Worldwide Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiesp...

In this weeks episode I'm chatting with Jeremy Condrey @southernweldcompany I get questions all the time about young welders who want to strike out on their own. Well, Jeremy has a great plan of attack for how to do just that. It's not always as simple and straightforward as people think. During this episode, Jeremy shares his journey and insight on how he setup his company. Follow Jeremy on Insta...

Today I am covering a neat little trick to help you get dialed in in a flash with your Low Hydrogen Stick welding as well as GTAW on steel, stainless and aluminum.  Friend of the Show CKworldwide Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: Show@arcjunki...

Todays guest is Hunter T. Wilson aka Texaspipeliner35 on Instagram. In this episode we discuss his journey from learning to weld on the farm to breaking out on the pipeline in  oil and gas, to getting in to welding education and running a side business. Follow hunter on Instagram: @texaspipeliner35 And on TikTok: @professor_wilson Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: http...

In this weeks edition of Just the Tip Tuesday, I'm giving my oopinion on whether you should go to school to learn welding, or try to hire directly into the industry.  Supporter of the Show: CK Worldwide Arc Junkies Website: Arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: Show@arcjunkie...

Today I'm chatting with Travis Field, we talk about his upcoming move from Canada to Houston Texas, some tips on running a root on exotic alloy pipe, and the upcoming event we'll all be at This March 25 th -27 th  called Ink the Bay in Tampa. Follow Travis on Instagram: @travisfield Ink The Bay Website: https://inkthebay.com   Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://...

In this weeks episode, I am continuing the list of PPE for welding. Below are a list of items I talked about in the show and the links to find them.  Supporter of the Show   CK Worldwide https://www.ckworldwide.com     ANSI Z49.1 Download https://www.aws.org/standards/page/ansi-z491 Lincoln Electric Online Store: https://store.lincolnelectric.com   Save 20% on all Gear and Accessories use ARCJUNKI...

In this weeks episode I'm chatting with Artist, Welder and Sculptor Ted Davis. Ted builds some awesome stuff and had had an epic journey traveling to foreign lands in an effort to build his projects. We talk about welding, whiskey, sculpting and his travels. Ted was a great guest to have in the show. Tune in tomorrow morning to hear the episode.   Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc ju...

In this month's edition of Weld Wednesday, I am chatting with Rachel Lee. Rachel is a Welding Instructor at Fortis College in Georgia. Rachel started her AWS journey as a student member and worked her way up to an Executive member of the AWS Atlanta Section.  Find out more information on AWS and become a member today www.aws.org Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https:...

In this weeks episode, I'm covering PPE from Head to Toe.  Here are the links to some of the products i mentioned.  WELDING CAPS: @birdscaps on Instagram SAFETY GLASSES: https://www.amazon.com/3M-Virtua-Glasses-Polycarbonate-Anti-Scratch/dp/B00AEFBLW2/ref=sr_1_18?crid=3NXDFMQ9CLWPQ&keywords=safety+glasses+3M&qid=1646103719&sprefix=safety+glasses+3m%2Caps%2C121&sr=8-18 FACE SHIELDS: Uvex Bionic htt...

In this weeks episode, I am talking with Oliver Adamson, owner of  @citizen_build  and  @longdrawsupply  in San Antonio Texas. Oliver is more than a welder and fabricator, he's part of his community and gives back every chance he gets. Whether it's running fund raisers for natural disasters or helping a neighbor. We'll get right in to his story after a quick word from the supporters of the show. F...

In this weeks episode, I'm talking about the imprtance of prepping your base metal and a few of my favorite methods on different materials.  If you have a topic or question you'd like discussed on Just The Tip, shoot me an email Show@arcjunkies.com  or drop me a DM on Instagram @arcjunkiespodcast Supporter of the Show: CKWorldwide.com   Arc Junkies Podcast: Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies....

Today I'm chatting with Rashaad Washington, a Union Pipe welder and Welding Instructor up in Dallas Georgia. I first met Rashaad at the XCEL welding competition for high school and college students  in Dallas Georgia back in October where Bob Moffat and I volunteered as Guest Judges. Rashaad is a great guy and understands the value of giving back and helping out the next generation of welders. Ras...

In this episode I cover the different advantages and disadvantages of each MOMT as they apply to GMAW. Supporter of the Show: CK Worldwide   Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: Show@arcjunkies.com

Join me as Charlie Cross and Padraic Bean discuss welding process improvement and procedure development. I had a great time at their class in Atlanta Georgia and wanted to bring some of that information back to the listeners of the show. I hope you all enjoy the episode and take lots of notes. Check out the full list of Lincoln Classes here: Lincoln Electric    Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunk...

In this eisode, I am covering some different resources that I have used as a welder, and Educator and as an Inspector. I hope you all enjoy the episode and take advantage of some of the various resources I discuss.  Supporter of the Show: CK Worldwide Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcju...

In this weeks episode, I am discussinf Weld Quality. I walk you through the different types of weld discontinuities and weld defects and discuss a few ways to mitigate them. This is a class I typically give my students. I have learned a lot about the different types of weld discontinuities and how we inspect them and wanted to share that information with you all.    Arc Junkies Website: https://ar...