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:
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.
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.
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.
