Everyone seeking a job has to start somewhere, but is there such a thing as “Welding for Beginners”? The answer is a bit more complicated than a simple “yes” or “no.” Despite technological advances making welding safer and more efficient than ever before, welding is still a highly skilled process that requires careful training. This Read More…

Welding, on its surface, doesn’t seem like the cleanest job, but many fields rely on sanitary welded structures in order to keep consumers, students, and patients safe. Mastering the art of sanitary welding expands your marketability as a professional welder. You then are contributing to some of the most important fields and functions of society. Read More…

When kicking off a large-scale construction project, the first step should always be choosing the best fastening system for your needs. Among the many modern options available, stud welding and ARC welding are especially common in the fastening systems market. Each method offers distinct advantages depending on your project’s requirements. Whether you’re in need of Read More…

The stud welding process is undeniably one of the simpler types of large-scale welding. Because of its simplicity, many connections can be completed very quickly with the power of even a single stud gun. Without the right tools, even seasoned welders may find themselves with substandard results or poor connections. At Northland Fastening Systems (NFS), Read More…

With any profession that involves high heat, and occasionally, high altitudes, having equipment you can trust while welding is vital. Any seasoned welder knows that your welding gear is the only thing between you and serious injury. But even in low-stake welds, welding equipment failures can be a frustrating pain in the wallet. At Northland Read More…

Welding inherently doesn’t seem like the cleanest job, but when it comes to food-grade welding, creating a surface that can be kept sanitary is vital. As one of the most strictly managed types of expert welding. Food-grade welding, truly requires a steady hand and a deep understanding of welding techniques. At Northland Fastening Systems (NFS), Read More…

Arc stud welding is one of the greatest innovations in the world of construction and fastenings, but along with high-powered innovation comes inherent safety risks. At Northland Fastening Systems (NFS), we encourage all welders, from newcomers to seasoned professionals, to never skimp on welding safety. A momentary lapse can cause major injuries in moments, and Read More…

Construction welding is a big job, and understandably, that means it needs big tools, or at least, strong and reliable tools. If you’re a professional welder in the world of construction, you probably spend a fair amount of your time contending with structural steel welding. Any welder knows that unreliable tools are a deal breaker Read More…

Stud welding is used in a huge variety of different industries and is the darling, among others, of modern aerospace, transport, and automobile welding. Stud welding wasn’t always the industry powerhouse. For many, many years, spot welding held the top position in welding society. Though the winds have shifted, it’s still common for people to Read More…

Professional stud welders get the job done whether their equipment is in mint condition or a bit “well loved,” but choosing the right tool for the job can still take some deliberation. At Northland Fastening Systems (NFS), we provide rentable stud-welding equipment as well as new items for purchase, so no matter what you need, Read More…