ALUMINUM WELDING

Aluminum is a light, thin metal that is very commonly used in welding shops. With this metal, welding must be done at low temperatures, otherwise pores will form in your materials. Aluminum is highly reactive, so it forms an oxide layer when exposed to air. This oxide is a barrier to welding. Before welding you need to remove the oxide layer using a wire brush. Each different type of weld requires different equipment and techniques, but when you apply everything involved, your aluminum welds look clean and smooth and are very durable.