As the American economy continues to recover from the economic downturn of 2008, the recovery has highlighted some of the most important forces in the American industry. Among these is welding. Welding plays an essential role in the construction of automobiles, structures, and space products. Because these are all items that are largely taken for granted, many people overlook the importance of welding in the American industry and the large role it plays in the economy. Without welding, many of these vital products would not exist. What is the role of welding in the modern economy?

The United States has largely been the global leader in the space industry. The United States won the race to the moon and after the collapse of the Soviet Union has been the leader in the construction of the International Space Station and privatized space travel. Welding has been one of the largest players in the success of the United States aerospace industry. As technology continues to advance, many people have specialized in the welding of these rare Earth metals that play an essential role in the production of aerospace items. In fact, many welders are experts in the production of aluminum alloys. Without welding, the United States aerospace industry would cease to exist.

It seems as though every year, cars are becoming more technologically advanced. With the mainstreaming of navigation suites, backup cameras, and the future of smart cars, these fancy technologies require very specific metals that must be joined perfectly. This is one of the major roles that welders play in the automobile industry. While traditional welding of metal alloys will always play the largest role in vehicle production, welders also must carry expertise in the precision joining of important metals to make these advanced technologies function at a high level. Without precision welding, car advancement would grind to a halt.

Finally, welding plays an essential role in the development of buildings. During the 20th century, the United States saw an explosion in the development of skyscrapers. Since this time, many of the major buildings in the country have fallen into a state of disrepair. This only highlights the importance of welding in the maintenance of infrastructure in this country. Welding plays an essential role in the development of development of some of the most massive structures. People who take advantage of the plentiful space offered by some of the largest buildings in the world have welders to thank. Without welding, the United States infrastructure would collapse along with the economy.