New Product: Chrome Zirconium AccuLock™ Contact Tips 0.052” and 1/16” – Now Available
| T-A052ZH | 0.052″ (1.3 mm); qty. 10 |
| T-A052ZH-100 | 0.052″ (1.3 mm); qty. 100 |
| T-A062ZH | 1/16″ (1.6 mm); qty. 10 |
| T-A062ZH-100 | 1/16″ (1.6 mm); qty. 100 |
Please contact the Bernard and Tregaskiss Customer Service team by phone at 1.866.MIGWELD (644.9353) or email at cs@itwmig.com with any questions.
A Fresh Look for Bernard® and Tregaskiss®
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.
What’s New?
- Updated Logos and Brand Colors: Our new logos reflect a modern and dynamic identity for both
Bernard and Tregaskiss, while maintaining the core values and heritage of our brands. - Website Change: Our website has transitioned to www.bernardtregaskiss.com. For your
convenience, tregaskiss.com will continue to redirect to the new site. - Marketing Collateral and Promotional Items: New promo items are now available on
millerweldsstore.com and we’ve begun to provide new marketing collateral to our sales team. - Enhanced Product Packaging: Updated product packaging featuring our new branding will be
rolled out gradually as existing stock is replenished.
What’s Staying the Same?
- Unchanged Product Designs and Features: Our commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable
MIG welding solutions remains steadfast. - Product Quality and Performance: You can continue to rely on the superior performance and
durability of Bernard and Tregaskiss products. - Heritage and Expertise: Bernard’s leadership in semi-automatic MIG guns and Tregaskiss’
excellence in robotic MIG guns continue to be the foundation of our brands.
Why the Change?
In a competitive market, it’s essential to evolve and stay ahead. Our refreshed visual identity reflects our
dedication to innovation and leadership in the welding industry. By creating a more cohesive and modern brand image, we are reinforcing Bernard’s reputation as a leader in semi-automatic MIG gun solutions and Tregaskiss’ prominence in robotic MIG guns.
Impact on Products and Marketing Materials:
- Gradual Transition: Print marketing materials and product logos will be updated gradually as
existing stock is replenished. - Continued ‘Tough Gun’ Messaging: We will maintain our strong brand messaging, emphasizing the
durability and toughness of our products. - Updated Promotional Items: New promotional are now available on millerweldsstore.com.
We’re confident that these updates will strengthen our brands and provide you with an even better
experience. If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Change to Profile of TOUGH GUN® TA3 MIG Gun Connector Housings
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Change to Profile of TOUGH GUN® TA3 MIG Gun Connector Housings
As part of our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, we are making a change to the
TOUGH GUN® TA3 gun connector housing to accommodate an additional setscrew (see ‘Setscrew 2’
in Figure 2) which is designed to improve TCP repeatability when using long/extended length necks by providing additional support to help secure the neck firmly in place.
In order to make this change, extra thread engagement was required for the front setscrew which increased the profile of the front housing by 0.157” at the largest section (see Figure 3). And rather than the M6 x 1.0 setscrew currently used in our existing design, the new design uses two (2) M10 x 1.25 setscrews which have been tested and consistently achieved 340 in.-lbs. without causing any thread failures.
It is important to note that, like in our existing design, ‘Setscrew 1’ (see Figure 2) is responsible for the electrical (and mechanical) connection and must be installed and tightened properly, whereas ‘Setscrew 2’ is intended solely to achieve additional mechanical support. The sticker on the new gun connector housings has been revised to indicate a Step 1 / Step 2 approach (see Figure 4) to reflect this order of importance.
This incremental improvement will be rolled out as a running change as we work through current inventory, with full implementation targeted to be complete by the end of 2024.
If you have further questions or would like more information, please contact your local ITW representative.
PRODUCT UPDATE — Configurator Simplification: S-GUN™ Semi-Automatic MIG Gun Changes
PRODUCT UPDATE — Configurator Simplification: S-GUN™
Semi-Automatic MIG Gun Changes
Effective August 2024, we will simplify the configurable options of our S-Gun™ Semi-Automatic Air-Cooled MIG guns. The simplification plan includes the following:
- Cable options: Only available for 300 and 400 amps in lengths of 15 ft., 20 ft. and 25 ft.
- Handle options: Configurable with either T-Series handle (standard, locking triggers) or O-Series (standard trigger).
- Consumables: Configurable exclusively with AccuLock™ S; however, will remain compatible with entire consumable line-up to accommodate user preference.
- Power Pins: Offered with Miller®, Tweco® 4 (with Miller® lead), Euro or Lincoln® power pins.
The S-Gun™ options will be removed from the BTB Semi-Automatic Air-Cooled MIG guns online configurator. We will create a dedicated product page for S-Guns™ on our website, which will also include a separate spec sheet.
In November, we will introduce an online configurator for S-Guns™.
The options removed from the configurator will remain available for purchase until the end of 2024. After this period, these options will be re-evaluated for potential discontinuation.
These changes aim to provide a more efficient and user-friendly experience for customers.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact your local ITW representative.
S-Gun™ Semi-Automatic MIG Gun Timeline of Changes
Discontinued Part: Liner for 3/64”-1/16” Aluminum wire, 1910038
Discontinued Part: Liner for 3/64”-1/16” Aluminum wire, 1910038
Due to low demand, as of June 12th, 2024, part number 1910038 has been discontinued. This item can be directly replaced with part number 415-116-23.
Please contact the Bernard and Tregaskiss Customer Service team by phone at 1.866.MIGWELD (644.9353) or email at cs@itwmig.com with any questions.
Discontinued Part: Spool & Push-Pull Gun Conversion Kit SGA-4 (Fronius®)
Discontinued Part: Spool & Push-Pull Gun Conversion Kit SGA-4 (Fronius®)
Due to low demand, as of June 3rd, 2024, part number SGA-4 has been discontinued. There is no direct replacement for this part.
Please contact the Bernard and Tregaskiss Customer Service team by phone at 1.866.MIGWELD (644.9353) or email at cs@itwmig.com for any questions.
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 2024 issue of MetalForming Magazine.
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 directly affects efficiency, quality and safety — a trifecta every operator is trying to master to create a more comfortable and effective environment. There are five key factors when choosing the right MIG gun for your needs.
Click here to read the full article featured in the March 2024 issue of Fabricating and Metalworking Magazine.
PRODUCT UPDATE — Material Improvement for Clean-Air® Fume Extraction MIG Gun Replaceable Hose Cover
PRODUCT UPDATE — Material Improvement for Clean-Air® Fume Extraction MIG Gun Replaceable Hose Cover
You may have noticed a material improvement of the cable cover installed on all Bernard® Clean-Air™ fume extraction MIG guns. The new cable cover is more lightweight than the previous cover and allows greater flexibility of the hose assembly. Our replaceable cable cover hose protects from the damage that might be incurred on a hot workpiece, as well as extending the life of the hose for the Clean-Air fume MIG gun assembly.
For questions or more information, contact your local ITW sales representative.
PRODUCT UPDATE – Fume Extraction Neck Assembly Part Number Changes
PRODUCT UPDATE – Fume Extraction Neck Assembly Part Number Changes
Effective immediately, to simplify the ordering process on Bernard® Clean-Air® fume exhaust MIG guns, we have replaced the two parts needed to complete the complete the body assembly and vacuum tube assembly into one fume extraction neck assembly part number as shown in the chart below:
| Description | Fume Extraction Neck Assembly New Part Numbers | Discontinued Vacuum Tube Part Numbers and Body Assembly Part Numbers |
| 45° neck, medium — handle option T | 2390047 | 2390027 + 1040082 |
| 60° neck, medium — handle option T | 2390048 | 2390028 + 1040083 |
| 45° neck, medium — handle option N | 2390049 | 2390029 + 1040084 |
| 60° neck, medium — handle option N | 2390050 | 2390030 + 1040085 |
For questions or more information, contact your local ITW Representative
CONFIGURATOR SIMPLIFICATION: Changes to all automation gun configurators
CONFIGURATOR SIMPLIFICATION: Changes to all automation gun configurators
To continue delivering sustainable value to our customers, we regularly assess our product offering to ensure focus and opportunities to innovate our product portfolio.
Please be advised that, effective May 1, 2024, we are removing all TOUGH LOCK™ consumables and AutoLength pin options from our robotic, fixed automatic and cobot MIG gun configurators.
It is important to note the following:
- “AccuLock™ consumables” and “No consumables” will remain available options where currently available.
- TOUGH LOCK consumables are not being discontinued and can be ordered separately if required.
- No standard duty AccuLock consumable options will be available at this time. If standard duty consumables are required, be sure to configure the gun with the “No consumables” option and order the appropriate standard duty TOUGH LOCK consumables separately.
- Guns previously configured with TOUGH LOCK consumables and/or AutoLength pins will remain available for (re)order – no new TOUGH LOCK and/or AutoLength configurations will be available after May 1, 2024.
- AutoLength pins are not being discontinued and can be ordered separately if required.
Impacted configurators are listed below:
- TOUGH GUN TA3 ThruArm robotic air-cooled guns (TA1xxx)
- TOUGH GUN CA3 robotic air-cooled guns (RA1xxx)
- Tregaskiss 600 amp robotic water-cooled guns (RW16xxx)
- Tregaskiss MA1 fixed automatic air-cooled guns (MA16xxx)
- Tregaskiss MW1 fixed automatic water-cooled guns (MW1xxx)
- Tregaskiss BA1 cobot air-cooled guns (BA1xxx)
If you have further questions or would like more information, please contact your local ITW representative.
PRODUCT UPDATE — NEW ADDITION TO THE BERNARD FCAW SELF SHIELDED GUN PRODUCT OFFERING
PRODUCT UPDATE — NEW ADDITION TO THE BERNARD FCAW SELF-SHIELDED GUN PRODUCT OFFERING
We are proud to announce that effective immediately, a new 450-amp self-shielded FCAW series has been added to the Bernard self-shielded FCAW gun portfolio. The new IronPro™ self-shielded FCAW gun is ergonomically designed to provide excellent access and maneuverability in hard-to-reach weld joints and is ideal for rough use in harsh environments. The IronPro self-shielded FCAW guns also feature AccuLock™ S consumables to keep you welding in tight positions longer, with less contact tip changes and less troubleshooting.
Features and Benefits:
- Features AccuLock™ S consumables
- Choose from two neck sizes for different lengths and bend radii.
- Short handle better accommodates maneuverability for improved joint access.
- Sealed trigger keeps the trigger area slag and spatter free, reducing maintenance.
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 with the productivity gains and quality improvements, saving money is a key reason companies are choosing to implement them. Here are seven ways companies can increase cost savings and ROI — beyond the benefits of the robotic welding system itself.
Read the full article featured in Fabricating & Metalworking Magazine.
PRODUCT UPDATE — ACCULOCK™ S CONSUMABLES AND NEW NECK ON XS180 AND XS 260 TGX™ SERIES MIG GUNS
PRODUCT UPDATE — ACCULOCK™ S Consumables and New Neck on XS180 AND XS 260 TGX™ Series MIG Guns
We are pleased to announce that on March 1, 2024, we started offering XS180 and XS260 TGX (10’ and 15’) MIG guns with Bernard neck, silver color (part number 205-60) and AccuLock™ S consumables with Bernard® conventional liner.
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – TGX Series MIG Gun Amperages
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – TGX Series MIG Gun Amperages
To continue delivering sustainable value to our customers, we regularly assess our product offering to ensure focus on customer needs and opportunities to innovate our product portfolio. Accordingly, as of March 1, 2024, we have discontinued the XS300, XL300 and XL400 amp TGX air-cooled MIG guns. We are recommending our 200-amp Bernard BTB MIG guns to replace XS300, XL300 and 300-amp Bernard BTB Mig guns to replace XL400 amp TGX air-cooled MIG guns.
NOTE: We will continue to support all XS180 and XS260 TGX air-cooled MIG guns.
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Select Reamer Stand Heights
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Select Reamer Stand Heights
In effort to maximize efficiencies and continue to focus on delivering sustainable value to our customers, effective December 20, 2023, we will be discontinuing a variety of reamer stands due to low demand and sales volume.
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| RST-20 | Reamer stand, 20-inch |
| RST-22 | Reamer stand, 22-inch |
| RST-23 | Reamer stand, 23-inch |
| RST-27 | Reamer stand, 27-inch |
| RST-29 | Reamer stand, 29-inch |
| RST-32 | Reamer stand, 32-inch |
| RST-35 | Reamer stand, 35-inch |
| RST-40 | Reamer stand, 40-inch |
| RST-45 | Reamer stand, 45-inch |
TOUGH GUN® reamer stands are still part of our product portfolio and will remain available, in heights between 18 and 36 inches in 6-inch increments.
PRODUCT UPDATE – Washers to Be Pre-installed on All Tregaskiss® Cutter Blades
PRODUCT UPDATE – Washers to Be Pre-installed on All Tregaskiss® Cutter Blades
As part of our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, beginning in February 2024 customers will begin to notice that Tregaskiss® cutter blades are coming with a pre-installed washer which is secured and held in place by an o-ring. This incremental improvement provides more convenience for customers by ensuring the washer remains securely in place and gets properly re-assembled when the cutter blade needs to be removed or replaced.
Effective February 5, 2024, this modification will be rolled out as a running change across our complete lineup of cutter blades. There will be no change to cutter blade part numbers, but please note that packaging will change to accommodate the addition of the washer.
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – BA1 Cobot MIG Guns to Feature Lighter Unicables
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – BA1 Cobot MIG Guns to Feature Lighter Unicables
Effective February 20, 2024, as part of our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, we are making a change to the unicable used on our Tregaskiss® BA1 cobot air-cooled MIG guns.
The new unicable better addresses customer needs for a lighter more flexible cable in their cobot welding applications. It is important to note the amperage rating of the BA1 cobot MIG gun will change from 385-amp to 350-amp with mixed gases at 100% duty cycle (ratings are based on tests that comply with IEC 60974-7 standards).
There will be no change to configured BA1 gun part numbers, but BA1 replaceable unicables are changing and will have the following new part numbers:
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| BA1U03S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 3 ft |
| BA1U03.5S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 3.5 ft |
| BA1U04S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 4 ft |
| BA1U04.5S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 4.5 ft |
| BA1U05S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 5 ft |
| BA1U05.5S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 5.5 ft |
| BA1U06S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 6 ft |
| BA1U07S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 7 ft |
| BA1U08S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 8 ft |
| BA1U09S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 9 ft |
| BA1U10S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 10 ft |
| BA1U12S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 12 ft |
| BA1U15S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount, 15 ft |
| EBA1U03S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 3 ft |
| EBA1U03.5S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 3.5 ft |
| EBA1U04S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 4 ft |
| EBA1U04.5S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 4.5 ft |
| EBA1U05S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 5 ft |
| EBA1U05.5S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 5.5 ft |
| EBA1U06S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 6 ft |
| EBA1U07S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 7 ft |
| EBA1U08S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 8 ft |
| EBA1U09S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 9 ft |
| EBA1U10S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 10 ft |
| EBA1U12S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 12 ft |
| EBA1U15S | BA1 replaceable unicable, solid mount (Euro), 15 ft |
If you have any questions regarding this change, please contact your local ITW sales representative.
PRODUCT UPDATE — Change on Neck Body for all T and C Series Handle Configurations on Bernard BTB MIG Guns
PRODUCT UPDATE — Change on Neck Body for all T and C Series Handle Configurations on Bernard® BTB MIG Guns
Effective immediately, you will notice two differences on the neck body for all Bernard BTB MIG Guns with a T and C series handle configuration.
- The color of the neck body is changing from silver to black.
- Screw holes for the T and C series handle configuration have been added to the neck body.
This will be a running change as we deplete the current inventory of the old-style neck body. If you have questions, please contact your local ITW representative.
PRODUCT UPDATE — New Motor Lubricator Enhancements for TOUGH GUN® TT4A and TT4E Reamer Robotic Nozzle Cleaning Station
PRODUCT UPDATE — New Motor Lubricator Enhancements for TOUGH GUN® TT4A and TT4E Reamer Robotic Nozzle Cleaning Station
Improvements have been made to the dedicated motor lubricator on Tregaskiss® TOUGH GUN TT4A and TT4E reamers. Effective immediately, all new TOUGH GUN TT4 reamer orders will come equipped with the new lubricator, without any impact to the reamer part number. However, it is important to note that if ordering the lubricator separately, the part number has changed from TT4-LUB to TT4-2250.
New TT4-2250 motor lubricator enhancements:
- Better drip rate control provides more accurate and consistent oil feed rate into the motor
- No need to remove parts to check the oil level! Easily identify the oil level through a sight glass located on the outside of the lubricator
- Air fittings are metal which better protects them from spatter
Same mounting footprint, no special adaptors needed.
If you have any questions regarding this change, please contact your local ITW sales representative.
Five Equipment Adjustments to Improve Weld Quality
Five Equipment Adjustments to Improve Weld Quality
Regardless of your skill level, you need to make sure that the equipment you use, works as hard as you do. Consider these components of your welding system to help weld conistency. Could it be time to take a good look at your equipment? Read our article published in the November issue of Fabricating & Metalworking.
Choosing Between Robots and Cobots for Robotic Welding
Choosing Between Robots and Cobots for Robotic Welding
Learn how to recognize the key nuances between two welding-automation options, robots and cobots and how knowing these differences are essential to attain positive results. Have you ever wondered about the differences between robots and cobots? Learn more! “Choosing Between Robots and Cobots for Robotic Welding” in Metalforming Magazine
South Louisiana Community College Chooses Bernard® Semi-Automatic MIG Welding Guns and AccuLock™ Consumables for Welding Education | Customer Testimonial
South Louisiana Community College Chooses Bernard® Semi-Automatic MIG Welding Guns and AccuLock™ Consumables for Welding Education
South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) has made a game-changing decision to enhance its welding education program by incorporating Bernard semi-automatic welding guns and AccuLock consumables into its classrooms. This shift marks a significant departure from the MIG guns and consumables they had been using for decades.
The transition began within the last year after SLCC’s welding technology instructors began noticing some challenges the students were facing with the welding guns and consumables that they were using. They noticed it took students 20 minutes to change a liner with their current welding guns and consumables.
Enter Bernard. After meeting with the instructors and listening to their pains points and need for improvement – Bernard configured a lightweight MIG welding gun with the AccuLock S dual-locked liner consumable system to test in the classrooms. Instructors and students immediately saw the benefits.
The AccuLock S dual-locked liner system makes liner installation error-proof by eliminating the guesswork and potential errors that can occur when trimming a liner. More importantly, it maximized their limited time in the classroom. The superior performance of AccuLock contact tips stood out most. SLCC saw a remarkable 50% improvement in tip life compared to the products they were using previously. AccuLock contact tips lasted twice as long.
The school found the benefits of using Bernard’s MIG welding guns and AccuLock S consumables for instructional purposes were clearly evident. The lightweight and durable design, coupled with the extended consumable life delivered a substantial return on investment. Not only does the switch to Bernard provide cost savings, but it also equips inexperienced welders with the tools that can withstand the rigors of training and real-world applications.
Packaging Change — Wire Cutter No Longer Packaged Separately When Configured on a TOUGH GUN® TT4 Reamer
Packaging Change — Wire Cutter No Longer Packaged Separately When Configured on a TOUGH GUN® TT4 Reamer
October 23, 2023
In effort to consolidate and simplify packaging and shipments, please note that effective immediately, customers who order a TOUGH GUN TT4 reamer robotic nozzle cleaning station configured with a wire cutter will no longer receive their wire cutter in a separate package as part of their shipment. The wire cutter unit is now being included inside the same single box with the reamer.
Affected Part Numbers:
- All TOUGH GUN TT4 reamer part numbers ending in “WL” (i.e. TT4A093801WL)
- All TOUGH GUN TT4 reamer part numbers ending in “PL” (i.e. TT4E106001PL)
If you have any questions regarding this change, please contact your local ITW sales representative.
