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Hey everybody, I have a rather unfortunate announcement to make. We're gonna be closing WelderSkills in late July. Many of you have likely noticed that things have slowed down a bit around here lately. That's largely because my Dad (Jody) is currently in the hospital receiving treatment for a rather serious diagnosis. He has a long, hard road ahead, and his treatment will require 100% of his focus for the foreseeable future. Closure is certainly not what we'd like to do, but without my Dad's contributions (both on camera and behind the scenes) WelderSkills just won't be getting the attention it deserves, and won't be able to earn your membership fee every month with new content. WelderSkills is a product whose quality we are committed to maintaining. If it's beyond our ability to meet that quality standard, then we don't feel right in offering it to you all. For those of you who have signed up with an annual membership after July of 2024, I realize you won't be able to get your full year of access. For that reason, I'll begin processing prorated refunds very soon for members who won't be getting their full year (For instance, if you signed up last October, you'll receive a refund for 3 months of service). If you signed up for an annual subscription using the App Store or Google Play, send me an email to get your refund because that process works a little differently (joey@welderskills.com).As a thank you for signing up with us, our full course library (Intro to TIG, MIG, Stick and mini courses) will be made available to download until we close the service for all active members. Aside from that, the WelderSkills service will maintain all functionality until we go offline. Thank you all so much for giving this thing a shot. I had a great time working on it, and please believe me that this announcement absolutely sucks to make. It's truly been an honor and something I'm really proud of building with my Dad, all of our awesome instructors, and each of you. -JoeyFeel free to comment here or email me with any questions at joey@welderskills.comI'll continue to post updates as I have them!EDIT: moved to new channel 'WelderSkillsClosure' where I'll discuss all details related to that! Here's the dedicated channel for questions to make sure we don't miss anyone! Leave your questions here. If you'd like to ask a specific instructor, use the '@' feature. For example, type '@jody collier' followed by your question. That will notify the instructor directly. The attached image shows what it looks like if you were to tag jody.--This feature also works on videos! So if you have a question about a specific video, be sure to tag the instructor in the comments of that video.--We will be sure to check this thread for general questions as well! Thanks to Aaron Laughlin for prompting this new thread. 
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  in  🗣️ general
March 21, 2024

👋 Hello, I’ve been welding for about 11 years. From pipeline to shops I’ve bounced around a lot chasing that pot of gold. I want to start up with aluminum, and that’s the main reason why I’m here. Didn’t go to welding school, weldingtipsandtricks on YouTube years ago got me into my first spot.

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March 21, 2024

Requesting a video on measuring tools and fitting techniques. Like using a speed square, combination square, etc. I had to make a handrail  at work with a bunch of 45 degree angle cuts and it was a pain in the you know what. The Forman did not even know how to fit it up. 😂  I will add a picture. Video in the general area. 

  in  🪧 announcements
March 25, 2024

Podcast this Wednesday with Jody and Brad!

Also a new build up repair video from Jody

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Stainless Shaft Build Up Re...

I got several pieces of stainless steel from a machine shop...
  in  🪧 announcements
March 28, 2024
  in  🗣️ general
March 25, 2024

Had to fit and weld a 30 foot handrail with 45 degree cuts and angles. No table long enough so I had to work on the ground. Used band saw and chop saw to make cuts. Foreman did not even know how to fit it up. 😂

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February 21, 2024
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Still playing with this pluse tig it's pretty cool but, I could see how using it all the time will be a handy cap.

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March 27, 2024
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  in  🗣️ general
March 26, 2024

How would you guys go about welding the center of this? 😅
It’s schedule 40- 1.5” pipe (aluminum)

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  in  🗣️ general
March 26, 2024

Team finished the 50 foot bridge section at my job. Very cool seeing how they moved it. My first time being a part of a project this big. Can't wait to see what kind of truck that will move it.

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February 01, 2024
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This is the housing of the boilers I am welding, I guess it’s a lot smaller than some other guys here are producing! ✌️

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