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Plate Rolling
Plate Rolling Techniques: Why Precision Matters for Accuracy

Metal rolling is more than just a process of reducing and unifying the thickness of metal – you can even say it’s an art... Read more.

Miller vs. Lincoln Welding Machines
Miller vs. Lincoln Welding Machines: Which One Fits Your Shop Best?

​​When it comes to professional welding equipment, two names always stand out — Miller® and Lincoln Electric.  Both Miller®® and Lincoln have earned their... Read more.

Miller TIG Welder for Aluminum
Miller TIG Welder for Aluminum: What You Need for Clean Results

Aluminum is lightweight, strong, and versatile, but anyone who has welded it knows it can also be a little unforgiving. It conducts heat quickly,... Read more.

Waterjet vs Laser Cutting
Waterjet vs Laser Cutting: Which Is Right for Your Project?

When you need a part cut accurately, choosing the right process can make a big difference in cost, turnaround time, and the finished result.... Read more.

How to Choose the Right Miller® Welding Consumables
How to Choose the Right Miller® Welding Consumables

When you’re in the middle of a repair or fabrication project, having the right welding supplies within reach can save a lot of time... Read more.

DOM Tubing vs. HREW
DOM Tubing vs. HREW: Differences, Uses & Benefits

Choosing steel tubing can seem straightforward until you start comparing options. Two common choices, DOM and HREW, can look similar at first glance, but... Read more.

MIG vs TIG vs Stick Welding: Which Process Is Best for Your Project?
MIG vs TIG vs Stick Welding: Which Process Is Best for Your Project?

Whether you're repairing farm equipment, fabricating a new project, or handling everyday shop maintenance, choosing the right welding process can make your job easier... Read more.

Galvanized Steel in Alberta: Uses, Corrosion Protection & Buying Guide
Galvanized Steel in Alberta: Uses, Corrosion Protection & Buying Guide

When you're choosing steel for an outdoor project, durability is just as important as strength. Alberta's weather can be tough on metal, with everything... Read more.

Celebrating 60 Years of Brooks Industrial Metals
Celebrating 60 Years of Brooks Industrial Metals

Sixty years is a long time in any industry! In steel, it represents generations of hard work, changing markets, early mornings, difficult decisions, and... Read more.

Welding Machines
Best Practices For Operating and Maintaining Miller® Welding Machines

When you’re running a welder day in and day out, safety and upkeep go hand in hand. Miller® welding machines are known for their... Read more.