Unions, which cite their long-term investment in training, are scaling up numbers and depth of trained welders. The plumbers and pipefitters union, known as the United Association (UA), says that, ...

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) Bloomfield said July 22 it is putting some of its top instructors to work as it begins training students in its 36-week Welding Technology Training Program.

WOODSTOCK, Ga. — Through the dark mask of a protective hood, sparks fly as a welder’s torch heats up to more than 3,000 degrees, melting a metal rod into a glowing pool. It’s a sight that combines ...

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