Forney welders and metalworking supplies are for farm repairs, garage projects and light-industrial shop work. The range includes abrasives, drill bits, welding supplies and protective gear. That’s useful when the same repair needs surface prep, drilling, welding and cleanup.
Forney Industries is a family-owned welding and metalworking company. It began in 1932 and is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado. It manufactures and distributes welding and metalworking products.
Abrasives and drill bits for repair work
Forney lists abrasives and drill bits for the work around the weld. Use a cutting abrasive to separate material, a grinding abrasive to remove metal and a finishing abrasive for cleanup. Match each to the metal, tool and operation. Grinding a sound weld flush can weaken a repair if you remove metal the joint needs.
When drilling a bracket, clamp the piece and use a bit suited to the metal. If the bit rubs instead of making chips, pushing harder usually adds heat. Check the cutting edge, speed and feed.
Welding equipment and the supplies it uses
Choose the welding process around where the repair happens. MIG suits clean steel in a sheltered shop; stick and self-shielded flux-core are practical options where wind would disrupt external shielding gas. Forney describes a multiprocess machine supporting MIG, flux-cored, stick and TIG welding.
Start machine selection with your available power, material thickness and expected welding time between pauses. Maximum amperage is only part of that decision. Compare input requirements and duty cycle for the machine you’re considering.
Forney also lists contact tips, drive rollers, gas diffusers, weld cables and marking supplies. For wire welding, match the tip and drive roll to your wire. If feeding becomes erratic, inspect the wire path before changing the machine settings.
Easy Weld is one of Forney’s welding-machine families. Forney intends its products for people trained and experienced in their use and maintenance. Learn the process and practice on scrap before tackling a repair that carries a load.
Forney backs its welding machines with nationwide service through more than 150 independent warranty service centers, and its Expert-Tech team is staffed by welding technicians. Its warranty addresses material and workmanship defects in Easy Weld, Forney and Forney PRO AD welding helmets, including auto-darkening filters and associated components, under normal use and care. Forney determines individual warranty status.
Gloves and replacement lenses
ForneyHide includes work or welding gloves, and Forney lists helmet cover and safety lenses. Choose gloves for the heat, sparks and handling demands of the task. Keep the viewing lens clear enough to see the joint, and use the protection specified for your welding process.
Pressure-washer fittings and spray nozzles
Forney’s pressure-washer parts include plugs, sockets, reducers and M22 connectors. Match the connection style, thread size and male or female end, then check that the accessory’s pressure, flow and temperature ratings suit the washer.
Its spray-nozzle assortment provides several spray angles. A narrow pattern concentrates the spray and can damage a surface quickly. Start with a wider fan on a small test area, and match the nozzle orifice to the washer.
| Forney pressure-washer component | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Spray-nozzle assortment | Four-pack with 0-, 15-, 25- and 40-degree patterns |
| Quick-connect plugs | 1/4- and 3/8-inch sizes with MNPT or FNPT connections |
| Quick-coupler sockets | 1/4- and 3/8-inch sizes with FNPT connections |
| Pressure-washer reducer | 3/8 inch to 1/4 inch |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Forney welders any good?
Forney has useful options for repair work, including a 120-volt stick and DC TIG welder. Some equipment offers hot-start assistance to reduce sticking, which helps with one of stick welding’s common frustrations. The right fit for you still depends on the machine’s power requirements and how long it can weld between cooling pauses.
What is Forney Easy Weld?
Forney Easy Weld is a family of welding machines. When you’re comparing individual machines, check the welding process, input power and duty cycle. Those determine whether a machine suits your work and the power you have available.
Is Forney Industries based in Colorado?
Yes. Forney Industries is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, and has been in business since 1932. It’s family-owned, with the fourth generation of the family represented in company leadership.
What is Forney pressure-washer detergent used for?
Forney offers a powdered, biodegradable detergent concentrate formulated for pressure washers. A 12-ounce pouch makes five gallons of cleaning detergent, so you need to account for that dilution when preparing a batch.
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