Finding Purpose: How Hands-On Learning Changed One Young Man’s Life Welding is a trade that tends to attract a particular mindset. It suits people who prefer to learn by doing, who understand ideas best when they can work with what’s in front of them. It’s less about theory on a…
When it comes to welding, Lincoln Electric is a name you can trust. For over a century, they’ve been pushing the boundaries of welding technology, helping welders across industries work smarter, faster, and more effectively. A Century of Welding Expertise Founded in 1885, Lincoln Electric has been a key part…
When it comes to welding, safety should always be the number one priority. Welding involves high temperatures, bright arcs and harmful fumes, making protective equipment essential for keeping yourself safe and productive. One of the most critical pieces of safety gear is your welding helmet. Not only does it shield…
WELDING WIZARDRY GIVEAWAY – ‘FIRST TIME WELDER’ EDITION We’re delighted to launch our next Welding Wizardry Giveaway, only this time there’s a twist! Are you new to welding, or know someone starting out in the industry? We understand how building your kit can be expensive for first time welders, so this…
In this month’s edition we are covering the details of our first ever Rapid Welding Wednesday Demonstration Day, our latest summer offer on Hypertherm Hand Systems and the winner of our latest Welding Wizardry Competition. As you may have seen on our Social Media channels, we have a series of…
Firstly, thank you.We would like to say a huge thank you to all our customers and friends who reached out to us after learning about Gary passing away. Your thoughts, anecdotes and memories were a pleasure to receive and reflected how respected and highly regarded Gary was. Welding Wizardry We’ve…
Some Sad News It is with great sadness that we share the news our esteemed colleague and friend, Gary Bull (Bully), passed away on the 16th April 2024.Gary has been a valued part of the Rapid family since 2007, and prior to that, a friend of the company for 15 years….
Prepping for Our Open House Event By the time you read this, our Open House Event will have been and gone, but we’d like to share with you some of the preparations and undertakings involved in throwing Rapid’s doors open to the public, and also our exciting plans for the future. For…