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Rafael Salazar

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Rafael Salazar is the founder and editor-in-chief of GenuineWelding. He sets the editorial direction across the site’s process, equipment and fabrication coverage, and reviews every buying guide before it publishes. His focus is making sure a recommendation explains the trade-offs and the running costs, not just the ranking.

213 published articles
Welding Techniques ⏱ 17 min read

Stick Welding Tips: Arc Control, Angle and Rod Choice

Welding Projects ⏱ 15 min read

High School Welding Projects: Shop Class Ideas

Welding Processes ⏱ 15 min read

2T vs 4T Trigger Modes: What’s the Difference?

Welding Consumables ⏱ 11 min read

030 Vs .035 Flux Core Wire: Which Size Should You Use?

Welding Codes & Standards ⏱ 16 min read

What Is a Full Penetration Weld? Definition and Symbols

Welding Careers ⏱ 15 min read

Women in Welding: Careers, Pay and Getting Started

Metal Fabrication ⏱ 12 min read

Metal Identification: Spark, Magnet and Field Tests