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When you're working with metal, having the right abrasive can make a big difference in how quickly and efficiently you get the job done. But with cutting wheels, grinding wheels, flap discs and other abrasive options available, how do you know which one to reach for? The best place to start is with the job you're trying to accomplish. Whether you need to make a clean cut, remove a weld or put the finishing touches on a workpiece, United Abrasives… Read more

Why Push-Pull MIG Guns Are a Smart Choice for Aluminum Welding Aluminum brings plenty of advantages to the table, but feeding aluminum wire through a MIG welding system can present some challenges. Because aluminum welding wire is softer than steel wire, maintaining consistent wire feeding becomes especially important. That's where a push-pull MIG gun can make a difference. Designed to help maintain smooth, consistent wire delivery from the feede… Read more

How to Choose the Right Hoist for Your Job When the job involves lifting heavy materials, choosing the right hoist can make a big difference in how efficiently the work gets done. But with manual chain hoists, lever hoists, electric hoists, different capacities, and varying lift heights available, how do you know which one is right for your application? Before choosing a hoist, consider what you're lifting, how you're lifting it, and how often th… Read more

Why More Fabricators Are Choosing Plasma Cutting Whether you're working in the shop, on a jobsite, or tackling weekend fabrication projects, plasma cutting offers a fast and versatile way to cut metal. From clean straight cuts to more detailed shapes, today's plasma cutting systems make it easier to work with a variety of conductive metals while helping reduce cutting time and cleanup. What Is Plasma Cutting? Plasma cutting uses an electrically c… Read more