Drawn arc stud welding is one of the most important manufacturing operations in large-scale steel and composite construction. From its first key uses in shipbuilding to its common uses today in bridge construction, roadwork, automotive fabrication, and more, drawn arc stud welding has a large role to play in manufacturing industries. Because it is so Read More…

The widespread use of stud welding in the manufacturing world, attributed to the broad variety of stud welding applications, can sometimes be misleading. While a diverse range of welding operations, materials, equipment, and dimensions are standard in stud welding practices, the calibration, sizing, and material requirements for each combination of factors create very complicated differences Read More…

Like any other aspect of the commercial manufacturing industry, stud welding has its own set of regulations. Stud welding practices, tools, and materials are all regulated in certain ways to U.S. and worldwide standards. In addition to the regulations specific to stud welding, there are universal standards for all types of welding, including electrical specifications Read More…

At Northland Fastening Systems (NFS), you can find everything you need to get the job done without running into inconvenient obstacles or compromising quality. We offer a diverse range of stud welding units for rent or purchase in addition to studs in comprehensive dimensions, accessories, and the expertise of our stud-welding technicians. Whether you need Read More…

When performed correctly, stud welding applications can provide a fastening system with connection points stronger than either the welding stud or the base material. The basic result of a stud weld is a chemical combination of the two metals being connected, rather than just an adhesion. This chemical bond between two different components is a Read More…

Stud welding is typically associated with the fastening together of two steel bodies. While this is often the case, welding can also be used with a variety of metals and other nonmetal materials such as plastics. One of the secondary metals used in welding processes is aluminum. In fact, when it comes to welding studs Read More…

The industrial world today is broad with many differences between facilities, equipment, practices, and products between manufacturing types. Despite this, there are some natural similarities between each production floor. One of the most important commonalities between every industry is the need for continued maintenance. Whether that maintenance is reactive due to a break, preventative with Read More…

All across the U.S., more and more states are initiating a statewide lockdown due to the spread of the coronavirus outbreak. These shutdowns are limiting public operations to essential personnel like medical professionals, food suppliers, pharmacies, and gas stations.   The fact that construction workers and construction companies are considered to be essential operators during Read More…

If you’re just getting into the stud welding world, there may be some terms thrown around that you’re unfamiliar with. When you break down each type of stud welding and the supplies and tools used, there are some nuances that will arise. Whether you’re just starting out or if you’ve been in the stud welding Read More…

As far back as WWI, stud welding has been a much-relied-upon staple of manufacturing and construction industries. Especially today, stud welding makes large-scale construction and innovative building designs possible. Without the capabilities of stud welding, we wouldn’t have the unique sculptural steel landmarks we have across the globe.   If you’re working with stud welding, Read More…