Welding and Blacksmithing: How Are They Different?
Welding and blacksmith work are two methods of working with metal that are often confused, but they are actually quite different from each other. While both involve the use of heat and tools, the techniques and end results are very different.
Welding
Welding is a process of joining metal pieces together by melting and fusing them. It is a common method for constructing buildings, bridges, and other structures, as well as for repairing and maintaining equipment and machinery. There are several different types of welding, including MIG welding, TIG welding, and Stick welding, each of which uses a different method to create the weld. Welding is typically done with a welder, which uses an electric current or a flame to melt and fuse the metal.
Blacksmithing
Blacksmithing, on the other hand, is the process of shaping and forming metal using heat and various tools. It is a traditional trade that has been around for centuries, and it involves working with a forge, an anvil, and various other tools to shape and form the metal. Blacksmithing is often used to create decorative objects, such as gates, railings, and sculptures, as well as functional objects such as tools and weapons.
So, while both welding and blacksmith work involve working with metal and heat, the techniques and end results are very different. Welding is used to join metal pieces together, while blacksmithing is used to shape and form metal into a desired shape or design. If you are interested in hiring someone to design something with metal, create metal art or home embellishments, or build and install structural metal, it is important to understand the difference between these two methods in order to choose the right person or company for your project.
Steelburner Welding
It’s rare for a welder to be a master at all kinds of welding. It’s even more rare for a metal worker to master both welding and blacksmithing. If a metal worker tells you he or she can “do it all,” be suspicious of this. Years of experience are required for
Steelburner Custom Metal Works founder Travis Measles has more than 20 years’ experience. Luckily, he also has the humility to tell customers that what he can do is not as important as what he should do. If he undertakes a metal work project, it’s because he is qualified to do it and do it well. You can trust him to turn down projects he can’t do to his extremely high standards.
Travis, has trained under a master blacksmith but his speciality and extensive experience is with all kinds of welding, including these qualifications:
MIG
TIG
Industrial / Commercial
Residential (including handrails, custom oven hoods, sconces, sculptures, and table bases)
Metal Art
Automotive (custom bumpers, roll cages, and more)
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