Metal Fabrication Blog

The sheet metal production process powers Australian industry– almost every kind of producer relies, in some way, on parts, specialized components, structures, or devices that is a direct outcome of sheet metal fabrication. From big commercial structures and supports to the most sensitive digital assemblies, sheet metal plays a key role. Exactly what is the […]

Disposable Masks vs PAPR respirators for welding and cutting processes When asking ‘what is the best respirator for welding and metal cutting?’ a number of factors need to be considered. But first we’ll give a bit of background. The fumes given off during welding or a hot cutting process is a varying mixture of airborne gases […]

From Twist Drills to Rotabroach Cutters – The Evolution of Hole Making For over 100 years the most common method of producing holes in steel work was with conventional type twist drills. The 1970’s saw the first ever annular hole cutter which became known worldwide as the Rotabroach cutter. With the introduction of TCT cutters […]

Our Best Plasma Cutters Reviewed Plasma cutting technology has gradually evolved from the welding technology of the 1960s, when the early plasma cutters were bulky monstrosities! Today, there are many portable plasma cutter models on the market, and they are more flexible and safer to use than their huge predecessors. They are also more affordable […]

Sparks and can be a real problem when Welding With your hands so close to whatever you’re working on, burning is a genuine risk. That’s why it’s so important to have a really protective pair of welding gloves, to keep your hands fresh and burn-free while you work. Here you’ll find ten of the best […]

The Best Welding Aprons And Bibs It’s essential to ensure that you protect as much of your body as possible while welding, to avoid burns and other harmful scrapes. That’s why a good quality welding apron is such a good idea; not only will it protect the front of your body, but it usually extends […]

Which Welding Cart is Right for you? It’s no secret that the machines used for welding and plasma cutting are often quite heavy and a chore to move around. While there are some great portable plasma cutters and welders on offer, it’s still much more natural and less strain on the back to move them […]

Huntsman W20 490P Welding Helmet Review If you don’t mind looking like the man in the iron mask, then this is a excellent welding helmet which offers a range of essential features for a low price. Sometimes pieces of welding equipment can be over-engineered, but this is one piece of kit that focuses on traditional […]

Why We Prefer My (Passive) Fibre Metal Tigerhood Classic The first welding helmet I ever owned was a blue Air-Liquide passive helmet. It had a 2”x4” flip-up window, a very boxy shell, and the most uncomfortable carriage possible. It was probably the best helmet for a beginner because literally, anything else is going to be […]

Best Welding Fabrication Helmet Under $300 Just because you aren’t spending a lot doesn’t suggest you can’t purchase quality. With every year and the development of brand-new innovation, the rate of welding helmets is going down and down. These helmets are all under $300 and come with fantastic features any welder would value. Also check […]

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll rate and evaluate the very best welding helmets. The guide separates helmets by price point and feature set to assist you to discover the very best vehicle darkening welding helmet for your needs. To make it to this list, a helmet needs to blow our socks off, and that’s pretty […]