Welding is just one method fabricators use to work with metal to produce the desired results. Welding two or more pieces of metal together, whether they are sheets of metal or curved or moulded sections, produces a strong and long-lasting joint.
While crafters and hobbyists can take on basic welding projects, professional fabricators may use welding fabrication methods to create larger metal items. Here are three of the many tools that are often used during welding fabrication.
Chipping Hammer
A chipping hammer is used to remove the slag that remains behind once the welding process is complete. The hammer has a special handle that remains cool to the touch. The rest of the hammer may become heated during use, so this means the fabricator’s hand will not be burned. A wire brush will be swept over the weld joint to get rid of any detritus the hammer removes.
Clamps
Whenever welding fabrication occurs, the two (or more) pieces of metal to be joined must be securely clamped in position. This allows the welding to take place safely without any of the pieces moving. The metal sections may also become hot, so clamping them in position means there is no need to touch them.
Hand Files
Any sheet or piece of metal can have sharp edges. Hand files, therefore, come in useful in welding fabrication to ensure those edges are filed down. This filing process can also make it easier to create two smooth edges that can be put together before being permanently welded in that position. The filing means there will be no gaps or uneven sections in place.
There are many other tools used during fabrication when welding is required. However, these three highlight the importance of having the right items present for each task.
