Laser-Cut Bevels for Better Welds

Always use the right tool for the work. This maxim sticks with me, particularly when I try to take a shortcut. We have all taken shortcuts, and they sometimes lead us operators to have to start over — a sure-fire route to a much longer job. But the right shortcut can save time, which translates to money in a production environment. You just need to think shortcuts through carefully before starting and, of course, make sure you’re using the right tool.

Shortcuts can dramatically improve weld prep, for example...