Industry History
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FIC Decommissions Risk Retention Group
A history lesson in welding fume coverage. In 2004, eight distributors stepped up to protect an entire industry. By Wally Brant. -
To Serve And Protect: Welding Safety Gear
A look back at the history of welding safety equipment in the 20th century -
From Point A to Point B
A history of the transport of gases. Transportation has evolved to allow compressed gas to be moved efficiently and safely via various modes of transportation. -
An Industry Under Pressure
Learn about the history of compressed gas cylinders, the vessels that make it possible for gases like oxygen and helium to be compressed, stored and transported. -
Igniting The Industry
A history of gas usage and the evolution of gas welding. Welding gases were first discovered and used in Medieval times for primitive welding.
Association History
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GAWDA Celebrates 65 Years!
GAWDA looks back on the lessons we learned about our association and the gases and welding industry over the 65 years since the association was founded on September 17, 1945. -
Sixty and One Facts About Convention
This year marks the 61st time that GAWDA members have come together for an annual meeting. -
GAWDA Celebrates 60th Anniversary: 1945-2005
An old adage states that in order for us to succeed in the present and in the future, we have to learn from the past. GAWDA’s 60th Anniversary provides all of us with an opportunity to reflect on the past and celebrate our progress. -
Laws & Regulations Impacting The Welding Industry From 1945-2005
The U.S. DOT, the FDA, and OSHA are a small collection of the agencies that have provided the signposts along the causeway of our industry over the last sixty years. -
Living Legends
The first in this four-part series is a conversation with GAWDA’s Past Presidents.
