Underwater cutting and welding

Underwater oxygen cutting and welding are two important techniques used in diving work. Oxygen cutting allows divers to cut metal and mineral objects underwater using a directed stream of oxygen that burns at the end of a cutting rod at a temperature of 5-10,000 degrees Celsius. Welding underwater is performed similarly to welding on land, but requires special technology and equipment that allows welding to be performed in a confined environment underwater. These techniques are essential for performing diving work such as repairs on dams, replacing pipelines or building underwater facilities.