In this episode I am hanging out with my buddies Bob Moffatt and Brian Logaglio. This is the first time Bob and Brian mw in person after a year of texting and phone calls. I was at Brian's school to participate in his advisory board. It was a great time hanging with these guys. Xcel Mentoring Welding Competiton Follow bob on Instagram: @ram_nation58 Follow Brian: @Bingo_Welding Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends o...
Oct 03, 2022•47 min
In this episode I'm talking Financial Management, as welders we have the potential to make some serious money, but we really don’t get taught how to manage that money. I’ve seen on several occasions, a welder gets done with school, gets a high paying job and then starts pissing all that money away. Don’t get me wrong, it’s you’re money do what you want with it. But I know that I’d like to live debt free and have a nice nest egg once I retire and also take care of my family in the instance that g...
Sep 26, 2022•2 hr 36 min
While I was at the Welding Summit I met some pretty cool people, one of them, was a welding engineer, and I know what you’re thinking welders and Engineers don’t typically get along but Paisley Natalia isn’t your typical Welding Engineer. She likes to get in the shop and work side by side with the welders that are making the repairs. She doesn’t try to do her job from behind a desk, she goes right to where the work is to solve the problems and get a better understanding of how and why things wor...
Sep 19, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Joining me in this weeks episode is Scott Raabe, Stephanie Hoffman and Joe Young. We sat down at the Welding Summit to chat about our past and present experiences in the welding industry. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Instagram: @levrack Online: ...
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Dr. Rick Polanin has been one of my greatest influences on my journey as an Educator. He was one of my Instructors at the AWS Instructors Institute back in 2015. I recently had the opportunity to sit back down and chat with him for this month's Weld Wednesday episode. Follow the American Welding Society on Instagram @americanweldingsociety Check out their website for more information on how you can get involved. www.AWS.org Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://s...
Sep 07, 2022•50 min
In this week’s episode, I am chatting with my good buddy Brian Logaglio, we discuss just how important building your network and fostering those relationships is in our industry. In life and in business your network is everything. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consu...
Sep 06, 2022•2 hr 44 min
This week I am chatting with Dayne Rusch of Vyperchair. We discuss how and why the company got started as well as the fundamental beliefs as their company as a whole. Check out Vyper Chair Here Follow them on Instagram @vyperchair Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consu...
Aug 29, 2022•1 hr 3 min
In today’s episode, I am chatting with Scott Prince, a welding instructor up in Rochester NY. Scott is a great guy and super passionate about his program. We talk about his journey to become a CWI, how he got into education, and his passion for teaching. Follow Scott on Instagram @Prince_of_Welding Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @...
Aug 22, 2022•2 hr 34 min
In this episode I am chatting with Justin Merrill, aka the Fabricator. Justin wears many hats and runs multiple businesses. We discuss how it all started, what it's like and where he's going next. Check out Justin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheFabricatorSeries Check out Justin on Instagram: @The.Fabricator Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountweldi...
Aug 15, 2022•2 hr 12 min
In this episode of Weld Wednesday w/ AWS, I am chatting with Chloe Hudson about her experience prepping for the CWI. We dive in to discuss study strategies, the breakdown of the Exam and other great tips on how to become a CWI. Follow Chloe on Instagram: @arcweldingangel Follow AWS on Instagram: @americanweldingsociety Become an AWS Member Click Here For Information on the CWI process Click Here For information on the Welding Summit Click Here Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junk...
Aug 10, 2022•54 min
This is my first in-person interview in the new studio and my guest are none other than Nate Bowman and Rush Kane with @weldlabs they hung out at my school all last week and we had a blast burning and learning. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountwelding.com Instagram: @Rockmountwelding Use ARCJUNKIES10 for 10% off all Abrasives and Consumables Levrack Insta...
Aug 08, 2022•55 min
Today I am talking with Scott Witkowski of Republic Testing Services in Houston Texas. I have had the opportunity to chat with Scott quite a few times over the past couple years but haven't had the opportunity to chat with him 1 -on -1 on the podcast. Scott's been in the Industry for a long time and he's a wealth of knowledge and information. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and A...
Aug 01, 2022•1 hr 21 min
In this weeks episode, I am catching up with my buddy J. Jones. He's been instructing at the Instructors Institute for about 20 years. He works with the Harris Corporation and specializes in all things Oxo-Fuel. We chat about the versatility of the Oxy-Fuel system when it comes to soldering, brazing, welding and cutting. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Rockmount Research and Alloys, Inc. Rockmountw...
Jul 25, 2022•51 min
In this episode, I am chatting with Steve Snyder (AWS), Theresa Melfi (Lincoln Electric) and Michael Ellisor (Texas High School Welding Series) about the upcoming Welding Summit taking place in The Woodlands Texas August 24th-26th. For more information, or to sign up for the Weld Summit, click Here
Jul 20, 2022•53 min
In this weeks episode, I am chatting with Emmett Russell from Russellbilt on Instagram. Emmet built the Centerpiece for the original Arc Junkies Studio which is now the Centerpiece of my new studio. He also built the Grandfather clock for Joe Rogan. But that's not what Emmett is well known for, he runs a shop that produces high end architectural and ornamental stairs, handrails and other structures for residential homes. He’s also an insanely talented metal artist. Emmett started off in a one ca...
Jul 18, 2022•3 hr 10 min
In this episode I am chatting with Kansas Sartin, owner, designer, and operator of the PAKMULE Cargo Carrier System. Kansas created a business from a project he built back in college out of necessity. It has since grown into a full scale operation which includes welding, machining, packing and shipping. It’s truly an awesome story and proves how far you can go in this industry if you have the passion and drive to do so. PAKMULE Online: PAKMULE PAKMULE on Instagram: @PAKMULE Arc Junkies Website: ...
Jul 11, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Bill Komlos has volunteered with AWS for a number of years and has a very impressive background in Codes and Specs. In this episode we dive into his history as a volunteer with AWS and how he's worked up through the ranks to serve on various Code Committees. Find out more about the was Here
Jul 06, 2022•1 hr 25 min
In this weeks episode we're discussing sanitary welding with Matt Arnold and David Demoise. Give Matt a follow on Instagram @Warrior_Welding_Tx Give David a follow on Instagram @ddmoise Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Lincoln Electric Instagram: @lincolnelectric Online Store: https://bit.ly/LincolnElectric-ArcJunkies Save 20% on all Gear and Accessories use ARCJUNKIES20 in the discount box at check...
Jul 05, 2022•2 hr 31 min
In this episode I am talking about my opinion of work ethics and what it takes to be successful in the skilled trades. Supporter of the show CK Worldwide Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: Show@arcjunkies.com...
Jun 28, 2022•11 min
In todays episode, I am chatting with Mark Wilson about a subject I’ve always wanted to learn more about and that is hardfacing. I’M sure you all have seen the crazy ornate weld patterns on bull dozer blades, loader buckets, dredge shovels and excavator teeth. Well, the welds are just more than something cool to look at. They’re put on to prevent wear and tear on the attachment. But there’s a certain way these welds need to be put on and there’s certain electrode that should be used based on the...
Jun 27, 2022•1 hr 10 min
I received a message through the website about having issues with porosity in aluminum TIG welds. In this episode, I help troubleshoot some issues the listener is having to get them back on track. Supporter of the show CK Worldwide Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: Show@arcjunkies.com...
Jun 21, 2022•11 min
In this weeks episode I am chatting with Chuck Faught from Flame Tech Scorpion. We chat about his Mercedes Benz project car, Oxy-fuel cutting, heating, and exothermic cutting. Follow Chuck on Instagram:@Lucky_Chuckie Follow his Build: @StankyBenz73 Follow Flame Tech Scorpion: @flametech_scorpion Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Lincoln Electric Instagram: @lincolnelectric Online Store: https://bit.l...
Jun 20, 2022•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, I am covering some of my favorite tools for marking and layout. Supporter of the show CK Worldwide Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: Show@arcjunkies.com...
Jun 14, 2022•11 min
In this weeks episode, I am talking with Daniel Ossig. He's a freelance TIG welder from Germany and does some really cool TIG welding art work in his free time. Follow Daniel on Instagram: @Daniel_Ossig Click Here to enter the Arcs for PTSD Awareness benefitting Camp Hope Sign up for the Educator Workshop Here Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Lincoln Electric Instagram: @lincolnelectric Online Store...
Jun 13, 2022•1 hr 12 min
In this episode I answer the questions what is a WPS and why do we use them? Supporter of the Show CK Worldwide Blank WPS for GMAW & FCAW https://www.aws.org/library/doclib/J-2-WPS-GMAW-FCAW-D1.1-2020-Form.pdf Blank WPS for SMAW & GTAW https://www.aws.org/library/doclib/J-2-WPS-GTAW-SMAW-D1.1-2020-Form.pdf Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: S...
Jun 07, 2022•12 min
Today’s guest is Travis Caldwell, a US Marine, Welder and now Sales manager for Outlaw Leather and Blue Demon. In this episode we discuss Travis’ journey from serving overseas in the Marines, to becoming a welder and how he carved out a path to get into welding sales. We also talk about a great fundraiser to help Veterans suffering from PTSD and how you all can help. Donate to Camp Hope Here Follow Travis on Instagram @tmfcaldell Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: htt...
Jun 06, 2022•1 hr 11 min
In this episode, I am chatting with Steve Snyder, a walking encyclopedia when it comes to welding codes and standards. Steve has traveled around the globe inspecting welds and helping companies improver their welding processes and standards. In this episode, we talk about the CWI, CWS and CWF. Helpful Links American Welding Society Certified Welder Certified Accredited Testing Facility Certified Welding Fabricator Certified Welding Supervisor Welding Certifications Welding Summit August 24-26, 2...
Jun 01, 2022•1 hr 3 min
In this weeks episode of Just The Tip, I'm giving an overview of welding polarity and discussing which polarity to use for each process and why. Got a topic you want discussed on Just The Tip? Shoot me an email show@arcjunkies.com If I pick your topic, I'll give you a shoutout on the show and send you a free sticker pack. Links to Previous Episodes Mentioned In The Show What The "F" Number FCAW Gas-Shielded Vs Self-Shielded What is Amplitude Supporter of the Show CK Worldwide Arc Junkies Website...
May 31, 2022•14 min
In this episode i am chatting with Mike Vitelli, a US Navy Hull Technician. Mike started off his welding journey in High School and has never left this industry. in fact it's the one thing he's always been able to count on. Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Friends of the Show: Lincoln Electric Instagram: @lincolnelectric Online Store: https://bit.ly/LincolnElectric-ArcJunkies Save 20% on all Gear and Accessories use ARC...
May 30, 2022•3 hr 50 min
In this weeks episode I'm giving you a couple of ways to eliminate a problem many stick welders face on a daily basis and that is Arc Blow. Supporter of the Show CK Worldwide Arc Junkies Website: https://arcjunkies.com Arc junkies Merch: https://shop.threadmob.com/arcjunkie/shop/home Arc Junkies Podcast: Instagram: @Arcjunkiespodcast TIKTOK: @Arcjunkiespod Email: Show@arcjunkies.com...
May 23, 2022•8 min
