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Ultimate portability: The ESAB cordless battery powered welder

Portability is not usually a word you would associate with welding. Welders have traditionally been limited by their environment. In workshops,...

New batteries powering up tools on construction sites

Having the right power tools is vital for getting construction jobs done well, on time. Yet gradually draining batteries can reduce power tool...

Introducing JBS Tape Measures from Blackwoods

At Blackwoods, we recognise the need for industrial tape measures that are not only accurate, but are comfortable to hold, easy to use, tough and...

Revolutionise your welding projects with Cigweld's BlueVenom™XF353

Whether you’re talking trainee tradies or expert welders, the right equipment makes a huge difference – for the user and the job. You know the...

How on-gun fume extraction has changed the game

When it comes to welding fume exposure, welders are not the only workers at risk. In fact, a welding fume particle that is 0.5 μm in size can take 2...

Remove Rust with CRC Evapo-Rust

Let’s face it – removing stubborn rust from tools and hardware often requires time, elbow grease, or the use of some very acidic or caustic...

The Latest Tech Powering Up Asset Management on Worksites

Plasma Cutting Basics

Do you need a cutting tool for occasional repair and maintenance work? Have you recently embarked on a new project that requires higher cutting...

71 Series Cored Wires

Welding consumables can be a tricky subject to navigate at the best of times, with tens of suppliers offering hundreds if not thousands of options,...

What is MIG or GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding)?

GMAW (gas metal arc welding) commonly known as MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding, and less commonly known as MAG (Metal Active Gas) welding, is the...

Getting A Grip On Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

At Blackwoods, we want to make sure everyone is safe on the job. But we also want to do our bit for the environment. That’s why we partner with...

Welding fume guidance

Countless studies have concluded that welding fume is bad for health, yet few have given practical guidance on how to effectively control welding...