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    Welding Repairs Getting It Right the First Time
    Fixing defects demands careful planning and expert execution Welding repairs often involve higherstakes than original fabrication. Thepressure is greater, the conditionsare more challenging, and the consequences offailure are more severe. Once a critical weld iscompromised, the risks increase significantly:What was critical becomes supercritical, themargin for error narrows, and the cost offailure multiplies. A failure in […]
  • Weld Smarter, Not Harder With Welding Automation Technologies
    Technology enhancements optimize and advance automated welding performance. The skilled labor shortage is not a new concern within the welding industry. While efforts are being made to attract new talent, those who join still need ample time to learn and truly refine their skills. Because of shortages and the lengthy on-ramps for newer welders, some […]
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    How The Right Equipment Can Help With Ergonomics for Welders.
    A welder that can keep comfortable doing the job is likely to avoid unnecessary strains It’s no surprise that as welders reach their 30s, they are not as flexible and limber as they were when they were just starting out in the metal fabricating business. What is surprising is that most companies don’t take that into account, […]
  • A Big Win for Clean Air E – Bernard Takes Home a Pro Tool Innovation Award!
    Bernard® Clean Air™ E fume extraction gun has been recognized with a 2025 Pro Tool Innovation Award in the Automotive and Metalworking category, under Welding Guns. The Pro Tool Innovation Awards are judged by a panel of contractors, trade professionals, and tool experts who evaluate products based on innovation, performance, and value. These awards highlight […]
  • Tregaskiss Redefines Performance With New Atlas™ Robotic ThruArm Air-Cooled MIG Torch
    Engineered for precision, built for uptime and designed to hit your mark BEECHER, Ill./WINDSOR, Ontario (September 4, 2025) — Tregaskiss, a leading innovator in robotic welding solutions, introduces the Atlas™ robotic MIG welding torch — a next-generation, air-cooled ThruArm GMAW torch engineered to deliver unmatched efficiency, repeatable precision and simplified maintenance. Constructed to endure the demands […]
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    The Hidden Cost of Cutting Corners in Robotic Welding Equipment
    The global robotic welding market is heating up. This growth is being fueled by a critical mix of factors: a shortage of skilled welders, the rising demand for manufacturing efficiency, and an industry-wide push toward automation across sectors like automotive, aerospace, construction equipment, and general fabrication. At the center of many robotic welding cells is […]
  • Improved Flux-Cored Welding for Heavy-Duty Field Use
    Understanding operator challenges is what drives innovation in the welding industry. For some, that challenge is outdoor welding, where using shielding gas is not optimal. In these extreme conditions, traditional MIG welding won’t necessarily work. Turning to a different process, such as self-shielded flux-cored welding (FCAW-S), allows for more effective welding in the field. When […]
  • Genuine Consumables
    4 Reasons Genuine Consumables Lead to Better MIG Welds
    Welders must be able to rely on every aspect of their equipment, and consumables are an integral component of a high-quality weld. When you notice an uptick in downtime and consumables consumption, it’s time to take a deeper look at what the culprit could be. An easy place to start is by looking at the […]
  • Mastering MIG welding with adjustments, equipment and techniques
    Discover essential adjustments, equipment tips, and expert techniques to accelerate your MIG welding game by reading our article in the October issue of The Welder. You’ll learn how to balance voltage and wire feed speed for flawless welds, select the right welder and shielding gas, and master gun angle and travel speed. Plus, we’ll guide […]
  • Introducing The Bernard® Clean Air E™ 
    Welding professionals face daily challenges in keeping their work environment clean and safe. With strict weld fume regulations, effective fume control is more important than ever. The Bernard® Clean Air E™ fume extraction MIG gun helps by capturing welding fumes directly at the source without sacrificing performance. Play Why Source Capture Matters Capturing weld fume […]
  • Clean Air E Fume Gun in Action
    The New Clean Air E™ Fume Extraction MIG Gun Offers Superior Fume Capture, Enhanced Ergonomics
    The New Clean Air E™ Fume Extraction MIG Gun Offers Superior Fume Capture, Enhanced Ergonomics Up to 95% fume capture efficiency and optimized design make workspaces safer and reduce welder strain
  • Attacking Weld Fume at the Source
    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other safety regulatory bodies set the allowable exposure limits for weld fumes and other particulates, including hexavalent chromium, with the aim of protecting employees against potential health hazards in the workplace. Providing welding operators with proper ventilation during the welding process is an important step companies can […]
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    Fume Extraction Guns: Understanding the Basics
    New industry standards from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are protecting employees against potential health hazards in the workplace. These regulations, which dictate allowable exposure limits of welding fumes and other particulates (including hexavalent chromium), have led many companies to invest in fume extraction equipment. An increased desire to maintain optimal welding operator […]
  • The Importance of Implementing a Layered Approach to Fume Mitigation
    The Importance of Implementing a Layered Approach to Fume Mitigation Regardless of your experience level, keeping your weld environment safe is a top priority. A multifaceted approach to fume mitigation can help you maximize safety and efficiency. Could it be time to take a closer look at your fume control strategies? Read our article published […]
  • Bernard® BTB Gun Transforms Aluminum Welding for 4-Star Trailers
    For the past 40 years, 4-Star Trailers in Oklahoma has built high-quality aluminum stock and horse trailers. Aluminum is lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and strong—ideal for trailers designed to endure tough road conditions. However, welding aluminum with a push-pull gun has its challenges. The heaviness of the tool can make it difficult to maneuver in tight angles, […]
  • Key MIG Gun Components for Job Performance
    MIG welding is a common welding process especially useful for beginner and DIY welders due to its easy-to-learn nature, shorter lead times and lower production costs. The versatility of MIG welding allows users to work on a wide range of materials with less stopping and restarting. The process features a continuous consumable wire electrode being […]
  • A Fresh Look for Bernard® and Tregaskiss®
    We’re thrilled to announce that Bernard® and Tregaskiss® have undergone an exciting brand refresh. As of today, you will notice our updated logos and visual branding on our website, social media channels, and promotional items. This change marks a significant step forward in our journey to enhance our brands’ presence and commitment to excellence in the welding industry.
  • Extending the Life of Welding Guns and Consumables
    Extending the Life of Welding Guns and Consumables Mastering preventive maintenance, timely consumable replacements, and proper liner trimming are key to prolonging the lifetime of MIG welding equipment. Discover proactive measures to follow for enhancing durability and performance while decreasing downtime, boosting productivity, and cutting operating costs by reading our full article in the March […]
  • 5 Factors to Consider When Choosing a MIG Welding Gun
    5 Factors to Consider When Choosing a MIG Welding Gun MIG welding is considered one of the easiest welding processes to learn and is useful for a variety of applications and industries. To maximize the benefits this versatile process offers, it is imperative to select the right MIG gun for the job. Choosing the right MIG gun […]
  • Ways to Save More Money With a Robotic Welding System
    Ways to Save More Money With a Robotic Welding System More and more welding operations are investing in robotic welding systems to gain a competitive edge. Such systems not only deliver fine-tuned programming to ensure the accuracy, speed and repeatability needed for generating high-quality welds, they also further productivity and efficiency for an operation. Along […]

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