Founded in 2018 | Corpus Christi, Texas Blue Diamond Welding was established in 2018 by Horacio Balli, a first-generation welder with a passion for excellence and a commitment to sharing his knowledge. Originally from the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) in South Texas, Balli brings over a decade of hands-on experience to the welding industry. A Master of His Craft Horacio Balli is highly skilled in various welding disciplines, including: ✅ GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) ✅ SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) ✅ GCAW (Gas Carbon Arc Welding) ✅ GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) ✅ STT (Surface Tension Transfer) ✅ RMD (Regulated Metal Deposition) He is proficient in both structural and pipe welding, working with a wide range of metals such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, chrome, and Inconel. A Passion for Teaching and Growth In 2016, Balli earned his certification as a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and followed that with a Certified Welding Educator (CWE) certification in 2017. While working as a welder, Balli often took time to mentor and teach his helpers, many of whom went on to become successful welders themselves. This passion for teaching inspired him to open a welding school, empowering the next generation of welders. Expansion and Innovation Recognizing a need in the local community, Balli expanded Blue Diamond Welding beyond welding services:
2023: Opened a welding machine repair shop to provide reliable maintenance and repairs.
2024: Launched a supply store to meet the growing demands of welders in the area.
Staying True to His Roots Despite the rapid growth and success of Blue Diamond Welding, Horacio Balli remains the same patient, hard-working, and humble person he has always been. His dedication to quality work and building a strong community continues to drive the company forward.