K K Weldings Limited

The workshop here in Masjid Bunder West at Asha Puri Chowk 128 is always very noisy. Between the sound of metal being cut and the hum of the welding machines, you have to raise your voice to be heard. We work with steel, iron, and all sorts of heavy parts that come through the door daily. The floor is made of thick concrete and is covered in dark marks from years of heat and flying sparks. We spend our days behind heavy masks, watching the bright blue light as we join pieces of metal together. It’s hot work, especially when the sun is beating down on the tin roof and the torches are running. We have stacks of metal rods and sheets leaning against the walls in the back corner. People from around the neighborhood bring us all kinds of things to fix, like broken iron gates or frames for small carts. We also do bigger jobs for construction projects that are happening nearby. Our clothes always have a few small burn holes in them, and our hands are usually stained with grease and metal dust that won't come off easily. There isn't much in the way of decoration in the shop, just the tools we need and a few old calendars on the wall. We take pride in making sure a joint is strong and will hold up for a long time. It’s a traditional trade, and we’ve been doing it right here at the chowk for many years now.