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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 Processes ⏱ 12 min read

Thermite Welding: Process, Uses and Safety

Welding Processes ⏱ 15 min read

TIG Welding: Complete Beginner’s Guide to GTAW

Welding Processes ⏱ 13 min read

Carbon Arc Cutting (CAC): Process, Gear and Technique

Welding Processes ⏱ 13 min read

Welding Flame Types: Neutral, Carburizing, Oxidizing

Welding Consumables ⏱ 10 min read

Soldering Aluminum: Alloys, Flux and Technique

Welding Consumables ⏱ 12 min read

Aluminum Brazing: Rods, Flux and Strong Joint Technique

Welding Processes ⏱ 11 min read

What Is Cold Welding? How Metals Bond Without Heat

Welding Consumables ⏱ 13 min read

Oxygen Cylinders for Welding: Sizes, Handling and Safety

Welding Processes ⏱ 14 min read

Stick vs Flux Core Welding: Which Is Better for You?