TIG Welding Class 2015 IS FULL!

Instructor: Jim Ericksen
Class size: maximum 6

TIG (short hand for Gas Tungsten Arc) welding has become the industrial standard when precise, neat welds are required. You will find it used on everything from bicycle frames to nuclear reactor coils. In this class Jim Ericksen will try to bestow as much of his many years of experience with TIG into a day. After a little bit of basic theory we will jump right into welding coupons of stainless steel using some top-of-the-line equipment. No previous welding experience needed but the number of types of welds we learn will be determined by how fast people pick up on what is being taught (i.e. if you have some relatable experience going in, you might get further along). Note: The Guild is not responsible for helping you come up with what to tell your significant other about why you HAVE to get a TIG welder after this class. Everything up to that we’ll help with though.
What to bring: Nothing but basic safety equipment
Safety equipment: safety glasses, ear plugs, natural fiber clothing (nothing that will melt), long sleeve shirts or a welding jacket, pants, and leather shoes. Welding helmets, skull caps, and TIG welding gloves will be provided.
Lunch Arrangements: We’ll be grabbing lunch at one of the local establishments.
To register for this class, send a check for $90 made out to The Guild of Metalsmiths to:
Martin Pansch
8750 Yale Avenue
Young America, MN 55397

Contact for questions: blacksmithingyeti@gmail.com or 612-599-4762
Acceptance priority is determined by postmark.