Editorial Contact:

Chuck Schroeder
Charleston|Orwig, Inc.
(262) 563-5056
cschroeder@comktg.com

MILLER INTRODUCES FREE ONLINE MIG WELDING, BASIC ELECTRICITY TRAINING COURSES

- Valuable reference for pros, beginners

- Interactive quizzes educate and entertain

APPLETON, Wis., Nov. 5, 2002 -
Continuing education in welding helps improve operator performance and weld consistency. For those reasons, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. now offers free Basic MIG (wire welding) and Basic Electricity online training courses. Designed to give users an understanding of the MIG process and issues dealing with electricity and how it relates to welding components and operation, these interactive courses can be found on the Training/Education page at www.MillerWelds.com.

Users can work through the step-by-step courses at their own pace and return at any time to review information and concepts. Starting with a brief history of MIG welding, Miller’s Basic MIG Online Training Course covers the process’ advantages, specific applications and unit components and controls. Two series of exercises round out the program, quizzing users on what they’ve learned.

“This really benefits anyone who may have bought a MIG unit and is looking to learn more about the processes their machine can perform,” said Dave Heidemann, manager of curriculum development at Miller. “It’s also a great tool for anyone involved in sales who can refer customers to a free, hands-on program detailing the technology. Most importantly, it’s free and can be completed from the comfort of home or office.”

Miller’s Basic Electricity Online Training Course covers the basics of electricity, electricity generation, safety and how these considerations relate to welding processes. Interactive exercises and animated diagrams drive home important concepts and make the learning process entertaining.

For information on the free Basic MIG and Basic Electricity online training courses, or Miller’s other training programs and products, including their line of interactive training CD-ROMs, visit www.MillerWelds.com or contact Miller Training Systems at (920) 735-4016.

For more information about Miller welding and cutting products or for the Miller distributor nearest you, call 1-800-4-A-MILLER (800-426-4553), e-mail info@millerwelds.com, fax 877-327-8132, visit the website or write to Miller Electric Mfg. Co., P.O. Box 100, Lithonia, GA 30058.

With headquarters in Appleton, Wis., Miller Electric Mfg. Co. is a leading worldwide manufacturer of Miller and Hobart brand arc welding equipment and related systems for metalworking, construction, maintenance and other applications. Miller Electric is a wholly owned subsidiary of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW), Glenview, Ill. ITW is a diversified multinational manufacturer of highly engineered components, assemblies and systems.