Updated January, 2025 Key Takeaways: Seam welding is a technique for joining metal components. There are two types of seam welding, resistance seam welding and…

Introduction: What is Spot Welding and How Does it Work? Spot welding is a process that uses two electrodes to create an electrical current, which…

Introduction: What is Semi-Automatic Welding? Semi-automatic welding is a type of welding that uses a machine to control the arc and the speed of the…

Introduction: What are Pipe Rollers and What Are Their Benefits for Welding? Pipe rollers are an essential piece of welding equipment, used to create a…

Introduction: Overview of Spot Welding & Seam Welding Spot welding and seam welding are two of the most commonly used welding processes in the manufacturing…

How to successfully prep your pipes for the best welding results. You know the saying, fail to prepare, prepare to fail?! One of the key…

Following our look at different types of welds, let’s take a look at joints! *Updated 08/01/2025 Key Takeaways: A welding joint is the point where…

With many different types of weld joints and terms, how do you know which is the right one for your job? This basic guide should…

Can I run my welding machine off a 13 amp plug at home? This is a frequent question we get asked. There are a few…

In the current climate where everyone is attempting not to waste resources, buying secondhand welding equipment is certainly of benefit to the environment. At Westermans,…

If you’re looking at making more revenue from your sheet metal cutting applications, you need to diversify. One of the most popular metal profile cutting…

Weld preparation can be the difference between an efficient process that makes money, or a labour-intensive, barely breaking even operation. Here’s why you should consider…