In this episode of SparkTalk we interview Alexander Purvis, Novarc's Senior Welding and Automation Engineer. Alexander is a true welding expert and we discuss how to understand the true cost of welding. Whether you're in a leadership position for a fabrication business or you're a welder on the shop floor, this episode will be valuable.

Alexander goes into detail on the following:

• Overview of the true cost of welding
• Efficiency metrics and data for fab shops
• Example of how automation can improve operations
• How shops get more accomplished with the skilled workers they already have
• How to introduce automation on the shop floor
• How to determine the ROI for each piece of equipment in the shop

Enjoy!