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Welding Safety Equipment: A Beginner’s Guide 

Welding is an incredible, growing career, but it is not without its hazards. Which means understanding the safety equipment involved in protecting you from these risks is a key component of a welding education. Let’s take …

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Welding Safety Equipment: A Beginner’s Guide 

Welding | August 27, 2026

Welding is an incredible, growing career, but it is not without its hazards. Which means understanding the safety equipment involved in protecting you from these risks is a key component of a welding education. Let’s take …

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Why Indoor Air Quality Is More Important Than Ever (and How Your Local HVAC Tech Can Help)

HVAC | July 29, 2026

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American spends approximately 90% of their time indoors, and that percentage goes up for people who are most susceptible to the …

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How to Choose the Right Welding Degree Program: A Complete Guide

Welding | June 29, 2026

If you’re considering becoming a welder, you need the right training. The good news is that there are a lot of welding programs out there; the bad news is that …

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The 7 Most Common Welding Mistakes and What to Do About Them

Welding | April 27, 2026

In the ideal world, every weld we set out to do turns out perfect: ideal fusion, high quality, no cracks or pores or imperfections. But in the real world, even an …

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Eco-Friendly Refrigerants: Why They’re Becoming an HVAC Necessity in 2026

Uncategorized | March 26, 2026

Over the decades, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been working to reduce the use of the hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) many refrigeration and air conditioning systems have utilized. In fact, in 2018, around 75% of …

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How to Become a Welder: Your Complete Guide for 2026

Welding | March 10, 2026

Discover how to become a welder and the steps you need to take to enter a career in this exciting, booming industry.

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Predictive Maintenance: What It Is and How HVAC/R Techs Can Utilize It

HVAC | December 17, 2025

Predictive maintenance is transforming the HVAC field, offering greater efficiency, lower costs, and a lot of other benefits. Read on for more!

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What Is MIG Welding and Why You Should Learn It

Welding | November 18, 2025

What is MIG welding? What is it used for? And why should you learn it? Reference MIG workshop web page and new weekend course.

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Welding Safety Training 101: What Every Student Should Learn First

Welding | September 30, 2025

Learn essential welding safety practices taught first in our Phoenix welding training program. Discover PPE, fire prevention, and ventilation standards at our Arizona welding school.

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