Metal Work Throughout History
The history of metalwork and welding stretches back thousands of years. Metalworking has been an important part of human civilization for centuries, and it has played a crucial role in the development of tools, weapons, and other technologies.
One of the earliest forms of metalworking was smelting, which involves extracting metal from ore using heat and a chemical process. The first metals to be smelted and used by humans were copper and bronze, which were used to make tools and weapons.
Over time, other metals such as iron, steel, and aluminum were developed, and the techniques for working with these metals became more sophisticated. For example, blacksmithing, which involves shaping and forming metal using heat and tools, has been around for centuries and is still practiced today.
Welding, on the other hand, is a more modern form of metalworking that involves joining metal pieces together by melting and fusing them. The first known instance of welding was in the Bronze Age, around 4000 BC, when ancient civilizations used a process called forge welding to join metal pieces together. However, it wasn't until the 19th century that the modern process of welding was developed.
In the early 20th century, several different welding techniques were developed, including MIG welding, TIG welding, and Stick welding, which are still in use today. Welding has become an essential process in the construction, repair, and maintenance of a wide range of structures and machinery, and it continues to evolve and advance as new technologies are developed.
At Steelburner Metal Works, we have been welding for more than 20 years. Our founder, Travis, has traiend under a master blacksmith, but his speciality and extensive experience is with all kinds of welding, including:
MIG
TIG
Industrial / Commercial
Residential (including handrails, oven hoods, and table bases)
Metal Art
Automotive (custom bumpers, roll cages, and more)
Contact us to learn how we can help you with your next metal work project.