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Forging a Strong Career Starting at Vulcan Forge
6+ day, 18+ hour ago (35+ words) [Image 2 of 2] DVIDS Forging a Strong Career Starting at Vulcan Forge [Image 2 of 2] 340th Public Affairs Detachment /search/unit/340 PAD /rss/unit/3745...
Strike Brigade Soldiers forge mission readiness with custom welding operations
2+ week, 5+ day ago (261+ words) FORT BLISS, Texas " Behind the scenes of border support operations, soldiers from the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, "Strike," 1st Armored Division, are applying their technical skills to meet mission demands in a unique way. The brigade's welding team has designed, built…...
Sparks Fly During Norfolk Naval Shipyard's Annual Battle of the Welders Competition
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (64+ words) [Image 6 of 6]DVIDS Sparks Fly During Norfolk Naval Shipyard's Annual Battle of the Welders Competition [Image 6 of 6] PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES Norfolk Naval Shipyard /search/unit/NNSY /rss/unit/5252 Congratulations to the Norfolk Naval Shipyard 2026 Battle of the Welders Competition…...
JTF-SB Marines conduct welding operations
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (142+ words) U. S. Marines with 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division, assigned to Joint Task Force-Southern Border, display raw materials used to fabricate brackets for border barrier reinforcement operations in Yuma, Arizona, March 14, 2026. These custom-fabricated components allow the unit to rapidly repair breached sections…...
86th Maintenance Squadron metal technicians melt limits, shape readiness
3+ mon, 6+ day ago (450+ words) RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany " Inside a shop tucked away between the hangars and flightline, sparks glow bright against steel while steady hands maneuver equipment with precision. Airmen assigned to the 86th Maintenance Squadron Metals Technology Shop quietly forge the foundation of…...
Watervliet Arsenal apprentice workshop goes live
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (557+ words) In an exciting effort to boost in-house skills, Watervliet Arsenal machinist apprentices now have a dedicated machine shop where they can practice and hone their craft. [Watervliet Arsenal apprentice workshop goes live] Watervliet Arsenal apprentice workshop goes live WATERVLIET ARSENAL,…...
Norfolk Naval Shipyard Implements Use of Submerged Arc Welding for Shafting Repairs
9+ mon, 3+ week ago (82+ words) Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) recently improved its shafting refurbishment capabilities with the implementation of the submerged arc welding (SAW) system, increasing deposition rates, providing savings in manhours and time spent on the work, as well as improving the quality of…...
Living the Pipe-dream: New Pipefitters Learning Center Improves Work Flow and Builds a Stronger Workforce
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (64+ words) Portsmouth Naval Shipyard's Pipe Shop launched its new learning center August 2024, giving new employees a chance to learn their job hands-on before getting to the deckplates to ensure a safe and seamless work environment. Living the Pipe-dream: New Pipefitters Learning…...