Welders have a wealth of different methods at their disposal. Welding types number more than 30. In Cleveland, Metal Inert Gas or MIG welding remains one of the most popular and common methods. Also known as Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) or Metal active gas (MAG) welding, it became a replacement for the earlier technique called stick welding.
Why MIG?
Welders often opt for MIG over other types for one of several reasons. In Cleveland, professional welders find the method to be:
* Very efficient
* Applies quickly
* Speed
* Easy to use
* Can be an automatic or semi-automatic arc welding
* Capable of handling both thin and thick metal welds
* Welders can accomplish longer welds without stops
Such qualities make MIG ideal for certain applications.
Applications of MIG Welding
When it comes to welding, MIG welding is suitable for various applications. Among the most common use of MIG is with automotive repair. MIG provides strong, durable welds for repair work on a variety of different vehicles. It does not matter whether they are large or small; thick or thin repairs, MIG can handle them all – even down to as thin as 0.5mm. However, automotive repair is not the only application of this type of welding. It also is excellent for
* Equipment Repairs: Helps to reassemble old equipment using new parts. Welding can join or coat a variety of metals in replacing the worn parts including aluminum, bronze and stainless steel. This can reduce costs incurred by having to purchase a new part
* Welding Pipes: MIG is a good choice for pipe welding – but it is best in a robotic system
* Reinforce and recoat surfaces: When it is necessary to recoat or resurface, MIG is often the chosen method for welding, e.g., hard facing, soft or abrasion resistant coating
In fact, MIG welding is able to help repair and construct automobiles, build bridges and handle a variety of tasks in Cleveland and across the country efficiently, effectively and inexpensively.
