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State of the Arc #3: Exxon’s $8B Build, OSHA’s Crackdown, Welding School Pipelines & Ag Fab Jobs
Show Notes
In this week’s episode of State of the Arc, we dive into:
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ExxonMobil’s proposed $8.6B plastics plant in Texas and its potential impact on welding jobs.
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OSHA’s intensified enforcement on confined space violations and what it means for welders.
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The growing trend of welding schools partnering with industries to create direct job pipelines.
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The surge in welding opportunities within the agricultural and heavy equipment sectors.
Plus, we explore NASA’s 1991 breakthrough in friction stir welding and its lasting impact on the industry.
Stay informed and ahead in the welding world with State of the Arc.
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