In this episode, host Beau Wigington speaks with Kris Sherm, the Global Business & Product Director for Manual Plasma Products at ESAB. Kris shares insights on how advanced welding technologies, especially pulse spray transfer, can drastically improve productivity, reduce waste, and offset labor shortages in manufacturing. If you're still using outdated welding machines, this episode will show you why that may be costing you more than you think.
Key Topics Covered:
Why upgrading to pulse spray saves money long term
How modern welders are easier to learn on and faster to train with
The evolution of welders: from transformer-based to synergic pulse
Reducing spatter, smoke, and wire waste with advanced machines
Why faster travel speed means better welds with less heat input
Advice for choosing trustworthy welding education resources
Using welding machine performance to boost your shop's profitability
Memorable Quotes:
Your old welder might still work fine, but it’s costing you dearly.”
“We're managing individual droplets going into the weld—not guessing, timing them perfectly.”
“If you want pro-level results, you need pro-level gear—and to act like a pro.”
Resources Mentioned
ESAB University: Hundreds of welding training modules to explore modern techniques and equipment.https://www.esab.com
ESAB Welders & Cutting Systems: Discover the Warrior Edge and Speed Pulse technology.https://www.esab.com
Save 20% On Related American Welding Program Courses With WELD20
Basic & Intermediate Wire Process Welding - https://foxly.link/t8aJ0M
Connect with Beau Wigington
Instagram: @beaudiditwelding https://www.instagram.com/beaudiditwelding
E-Mail : beauw@weld.com
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