At a minimum, welders need PPE that protects against the specific hazards of the job, including heat, flames, sparks, molten metal, UV and infrared radiation, sharp edges and, depending on the work being carried out, fumes and grinding hazards. For most welding applications, appropriate protective clothing, welding gloves, eye and…
If you’ve spent years welding and fabricating, you’ve probably got a perfectly good system for cleaning metal already. Rust? Grinder. Paint? Wire brush. Heavy coatings and contamination? Chemical stripper. Really stubborn stuff? Blast cabinet. So why would you add a laser into the mix? We’ve seen laser cleaning first-hand on…
Picture a typical day You’ve got a few repair jobs to do for customers. Nothing out of the ordinary – a cracked trailer chassis, a broken gate post and a few bits that need cutting and welding. You’ve loaded the van, driven to site, and you’re ready to get to…
When it comes to TIG welding, one size shouldn’t have to fit all. Every job demands something slightly different from your torch setup, which is exactly why CK Worldwide continues to push boundaries and explore better ways of working, driven by innovation and feedback from welders doing the job. The…
Laser technology is rapidly changing the way modern fabrication works. Faster processing, cleaner results and reduced rework are just a few of the reasons more workshops are moving toward laser-based solutions. At Rapid Welding, we are delighted to introduce you to a carefully selected range of Fanuci & Falcon laser…
Anyone who uses powered respiratory protection day in, day out will know that noise matters. The Optrel e3000X has earned its reputation as a reliable, high-performing respiratory system for welding and industrial work. It protects against fumes, dust, and aerosols, and, when used with the A1B1E1 filter, against certain gases…
PATON has become an increasingly popular choice among professional welders who demand reliability, strong performance and excellent value. With more than 60 years of engineering heritage behind the brand, PATON welding machines are built on the foundations of the world-renowned E. O. PATON Electric Welding Institute in Ukraine, a global…
With heavy machinery, unpredictable conditions, and plenty of moving parts (literally and figuratively), keeping your team safe means planning ahead and using the right equipment. Gas safety needs to be front and centre if you want to protect your team, your project and the site as a whole. Whether you’re…