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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 Codes & Standards ⏱ 13 min read

Groove Weld Symbols: Types, Meaning and How to Read

Welding Troubleshooting ⏱ 14 min read

Welding Cracks: Types, Causes and How to Prevent Them

Welding Techniques ⏱ 14 min read

Forehand vs Backhand Welding: Which Technique to Use

Welding Processes ⏱ 12 min read

Scratch Start TIG vs Lift Arc: Key Differences

Welding Consumables ⏱ 20 min read

What Is Flux in Welding? Purpose, Types and How It Works

Welding Codes & Standards ⏱ 18 min read

Physical Weld Testing: Destructive Test Methods

Welding Troubleshooting ⏱ 15 min read

Welding Porosity: Causes and How to Prevent It

Welding Techniques ⏱ 10 min read

Weld Types and Joints: The 5 Basic Joint Designs

Welding Safety ⏱ 14 min read

Metal Fabrication Safety: Hazards and Shop Rules