Product Focus
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August Focus On…Introducing LC Lasers the Experts in Laser Solutions
This month we’ll take a closer look at LC Lasers – a relatively new addition to our product offering following Rapid’s appointment as an ‘Authorised Distributor’ for the UK – and find out why some of our best decisions have been made over a good Paella! Introducing LC Lasers – Experts in…
July Focus On…Hypertherm Powermax 45 SYNC
The next evolution of portable plasma power; the Powermax45 SYNC from Hypertherm has arrived! The Hypertherm® Powermax® Plasma range is home to the most extensive range of manual and automated metal cutting and gouging systems for metal workers, and the newest member of the Powermax® family, the Powermax45 SYNC, represents the most versatile system…
June Focus On…Kemppi Minarc T 223 ACDC GM
Introducing Minarc T 223 ACDC GM Weld and Clean with One Machine 2024 marks 75 years since Kemppi began setting new standards in welding innovation, quality, and technological advancement, and there are no plans for them to stop anytime soon! As an Official UK Supplier of Kemppi products since Rapid’s inception 34 years ago,…
May Focus On…Welcome to the Volt Age – Renegade VOLT™ 200i
Industrial. Professional. Battery-powered. Whether you are Stick or TIG welding, ESAB’s Renegade VOLT™ 200i allows you to weld completely off the grid thanks to its patented attachment battery box. Lightweight and portable, this versatile battery powered welder means remote, hard to reach locations without access to AC mains power won’t be a barrier to…
March Focus On…Open House 2024
Join Us. Watch the Experts. Have a Go! Our Open House event this March is offering the fantastic opportunity to mingle with industry professionals from a variety of leading companies. With lots of live demonstrations planned, you can look forward to seeing some of the latest welding technology and equipment, and even have a go yourself!In preparation,…
February Focus On…We’re delighted to welcome to our product offering the excellent range from German company, EWM.
New to Rapid! A global leader in the field of welding technology and quality, EWM’s goal is to offer the best products to their customers, making welding processes economical, safer, and more sustainable; all things we at Rapid Welding are very keen on bringing to our customers too! With their…
The Future’s Bright. The Future is Laser Welding
The future of welding is here, bathed in the brilliant beam of the laser. Gone are the days of brute force and messy heat; laser welding offers a delicate touch, unmatched precision, and a world of opportunities for industries both old and new. In our first blog of 2024, we’re…
December Focus On…Attracting the Next Generation of Welders with Welding Cobots
What Next for Automated Welding? Welding – an age-old craft that forms the foundation of structural stability, now standing at the edge of an evolution. Here we take a closer look into the way welding cobots are reshaping the industry. This is a huge subject to cover so we are…
Introducing the SPIDERHAND® Range of Welding Gloves – NEW at Rapid Welding
“When Roy visits and says he has a new product I should try, he never disappoints. Anyone who thinks a pair of gloves is just a pair of gloves haven’t tried these! Comfy like an old pair of slippers from the word go, SPIDERHAND® gets the thumbs up from me!” …
The Future of Welding: Innovations on the Horizon
In the dynamic world of manufacturing and construction, the importance of welding remains steadfast. Welding, an age-old craft, has consistently evolved to meet the needs of diverse industries, from automotive to aerospace. As we hope you know by now, the Rapid Welding team are committed to keeping our clients at…
September Focus On…Hypertherm Associates
Hypertherm Associates Did you know that Hypertherm Associates is the overarching corporate brand over a portfolio of world-class industrial cutting and shaping technology solutions? If you weren’t aware yet, take a look now to see a family of products that are designed to work together. Plus you may be able…
August Focus On…URKO Clamps
All About URKO URKO began its activity in 1927 by manufacturing furniture locks and construction. Subsequently, a new line of hand tools was incorporated, particularly the Clamping Tools. Over the years, it has developed new and qualified products until reaching, at the current stage, the recognition of a multitude of users…
Revolutionise the way you work with Powermax SYNC!
Hello Time Savings Hello Profit Hello Productivity Shaping Possibility Hypertherm introduces the SYNC series, the next generation of Powermax 65 / 85 / 105 plasma systems. Unlike any other plasma systems on the market, the Powermax SYNC series features built-in intelligence and a revolutionary single-piece cartridge consumable. All this combined…
Innovative Optrel
With their industry leading innovations, Optrel gives customers and users enormous advantages world-wide. They have developed several innovations: the ADF with true colour view, welding helmets with low light state shade level 2.0, and the first autopilot automatic adjusting shade level for welders. Here are some of our favourites… The New Optrel…
“We welders have our own distinctive bond, as strong as the metals we join.”
Charles “Charlie” Coffin