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1 Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) - also known as stick welding or electric welding, uses an electrode that has flux, the protectant for the puddle, around it. 2  The electrode holder holds the electrode as it slowly melts away. 3  Slag protects the weld puddle from atmospheric contamination.
more on the Different Types of welding... * and then arc welding was invented which was an even more intense heat than a gas torch. * and then TIG welding came along which could pinpoint the heat even more and could make very small and precise welds. * and then plasma arc welding came into use which pinpointed the heat even more than tig welding.