AboutBelinda R. Gattman Expertise Most on welding and fabrication, blueprints, pipefitting, orbital welding.
I can give advice on technique and choosing the right rods, process, and material to use. I know a few short cuts to use that may help in different areas. I have helped train new welders and have been welding in the construction industry for 31 years.
Experience I have worked in the construction industry 31 years. I have worked in several environments that would include petrol-chemical, nuclear, pharmaceutical, paper mills, clear room facilities, and much more.
Education/Credentials Diploma in Welding Technology - 1976 Augusta Tech. College
Diplomas in Industrial Mechanical Control Tech. specializing in Instrumentation Installation and Electrical Installations -2006-Savannah Tech. College.
Associates Degree in HVAC - 2006 - Savannah Tech. College
Question I am 22 years old and have tought myself almost everything about welding with pionters as i go. i have passed several tests at local factories and things. i want to relocate to fort worth and i am looking at jobs down there. it seems they pay alot more for people who can pass a 6g test. i know what that is, and i am pretty good with arc welding. i have 5 years experiance and 3 with "welding job" can you give me some heads up and things to practice before i go and take these tests please! i am have a little difficulty with overhead and vertical up.
Answer Dear Nick,
I take it you haven't taken any pipe test. Plate and pipe aren't much different except you are combining all 4 plate positions into one test. Most test are either 2 in. or 6 in. pipe.If you can look into the questions I have already answered you will, I hope, get the info you need. If not please write back to me and i will be more specific. The main thing for you will be to practice, practice, practice. Please let me know how you do!
