Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), MOL Drybulk, Furukawa Electric, and Tsuneishi Shipbuilding, have tested the InfraLaser system on the outer hull of an actual vessel, successfully stripping down rust and ...

Without a doubt, rust is the enemy. From project cars to the most common metals and salvaged parts, rust is an unsightly problem that leaves most in despair. But before we get into how to remove rust, ...

Unfortunately, technology like this doesn’t come cheap. Rust kills, and removing it can be a huge pain. Its presence can halt or completely tank a project. Given enough time and the right amount of ...

If you’re tired of removing rust by hand, you’d be surprised how easy it is to build your very own electrolytic rust removal system! [James Taylor] is in the process of restoring a very old lathe.

A video of a handheld laser rust remover has gone viral in the welding and machining world. The video demonstrates how the CL-1000, a 1000-Watt device developed by Germany-based CleanLaser, totally ...

Media blasting is the process of propelling media particles from a blast machine using the power of compressed air. This converts media particles and compressed air into an effective cleaning ...

No one looks forward to the chore that is rot repair; however, it's often necessary and should not be ignored. On the plus side, it's a task that can often be handled without resorting to farming it ...

Craig brought 15 years of automotive journalism experience to the Cars team. A lifelong resident of Michigan, he's as happy with a wrench or welding gun in hand as he is in front of the camera or ...

Iron and steel may be some of the strongest materials on earth, but they’re no match for the elements. Ferrous metals start to rust after only a few hours of exposure to air and water. Left unchecked, ...

Anyone who’s done a bit of metalworking will know how quickly your stockpile will pick up a coating of rust with even just a bit of humidity. While welding requires only a bit of wire brushing at the ...