Versatile, field-proven stick welding for structural and high-stress applications that must withstand heavy loads and sustained stress.
Shielded Metal Arc Welding — commonly known as stick welding — uses continuous-fed consumable electrodes with alternating current, running in both automated and semi-automated configurations. Its flux-coated electrode shields the weld pool as it burns, forming a slag layer that protects the cooling joint.
SMAW's versatility and simplicity make it adaptable across a wide range of applications and site conditions, and it remains our process of choice for structural and high-stress joints that must withstand heavy weights and sustained loading. One of the major factors behind a high-quality SMAW weld is welder skill — which is why every SMAW welder on our team is individually AWS certified.
A flux-coated stick electrode process proven across decades of structural welding.
A flux-coated stick electrode is selected to match base metal and joint requirements.
The welder strikes the arc directly between the electrode tip and the workpiece.
The electrode's flux coating burns to shield the arc and forming weld pool.
Molten flux forms a protective slag layer over the newly deposited weld bead.
The cooled slag layer is chipped and brushed away to expose the finished weld.
Non-destructive examination confirms weld integrity before acceptance.
Field-proven hardware for structural and high-stress welding.
Alternating current power source sized to electrode diameter and joint demand.
Flux-coated consumable electrodes matched to base metal chemistry.
Secure electrode control and reliable circuit grounding.
Controlled preheating where material thickness or chemistry requires it.
Slag removal tools for clean, inspection-ready weld surfaces.
Verification of every completed weld before sign-off.
Load-bearing structural connections built to withstand sustained stress.
Durable, field-provable welds on tanks and production hardware.
Structural fabrication requiring durability across variable site conditions.