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Popular Materials Used in Commercial Welding
A commercial welding company like Vic’s Welding Co. has experience joining various materials together to produce durable, high-quality products for different applications. Two of the most popular materials for doing this are aluminum and steel, both of which provide substantial benefits for fabricating products for commercial and industrial applications, such as pressure vessels and water treatment...
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A Quick Look at Aluminum Welding
Aluminum, while a lightweight material, is incredibly durable. That, along with its recyclability, makes it an ideal choice for a diverse range of products. According to The Aluminum Association, aluminum is a practical choice for the transportation and aerospace industries. The material is also used to produce consumer products, many of which can be found...
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3 Reasons to Choose Stainless Steel
According to the Specialty Steel Industry of North America (SSINA), stainless steel is an iron-based alloy containing a minimum of 10.5% chromium. Assuming there is sufficient exposure to oxygen and the surface is adequately prepared, an invisible protective passive chromium-rich oxide film automatically forms, improving the corrosion resistance and durability of the material. That, along...
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Welding Processes Used for Water Piping
An experienced, licensed welding company can help municipalities and businesses maintain water piping, making necessary repairs as needed. We can also install new materials to improve existing pipelines or increase the mileage covered. According to National Geographic, in 2014, there were twenty-six miles of water supply mains for every mile of interstate highway. However, the U.S....
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A Closer Look at Metal Fabrication
If you have ever traveled on State Highway 188, you have likely seen the Theodore Roosevelt Lake Bridge, which connects Maricopa and Gila Counties. The steel-arched bridge spans 1,080 feet across Roosevelt Lake providing two-way traffic. Like most infrastructure – bridges, buildings, stadiums, etc. – the bridge’s 1990 construction would not have been possible without metal...
Steel Fabrication Welding Processes
Taking raw materials like stainless steel and turning those into practical items or components is known as steel fabrication. Vic’s Welding Co.’s experienced, licensed welders will use one of two welding processes – either MIG or TIG, and custom-build products according to your exact specifications on schedule and within budget. What is Steel Fabrication? As mentioned...
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The Advantages of Steel Fabrication
Steel fabrication refers to the cutting, bending, and assembling of steel to create products and build infrastructure. Structural steel is the preferred material choice as it provides many advantages for welders, builders, and architects. While the following advantages are not meant to be exhaustive – many more benefits exist – here are the top three you...
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What is Pipe Welding?
Pipelines are used to transport products such as natural gas, drinking water, and petroleum to cities throughout Arizona. They are also central to wastewater treatment facilities, whether they are privately or publicly owned and operated. These conduits – essential to cities and towns – are fabricated, maintained, and repaired by licensed welders skilled in pipe...
Happy Holidays from Vic’s Welding CO!
“Small CHEER and great WELCOME makes a MERRY feast.” ~ William Shakespeare From the Vic’s Welding Co., LLC.’s family to yours, sending you warm wishes for Happy Holidays and a New Year filled with success. Vic’s Welding Co., LLC. is a licensed and insured welding and metal fabrication company serving residential and commercial clients in the...
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