What are the differences between P1, P2, P3 and N95 Respirators?

There has recently been a lot of misconceptions around different respirators, particularly P2 and N95 masks. We have outlined and explained the differences between respirator standards and their applications. What is P1 Rating? P1 is a respiratory filter rating under the AS/NZS1716 standards for use in Australia and New Zealand. Protects against mechanically generated particles. […]

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Are you using the best Gasless MIG Wire available?

Weldclass Platinum GL-11 Gasless MIG Welding Wire Weldclass PLATINUM GL-11 is the first choice of welders across Australia and beyond. Seriously smooth arc, easy-to-use, low spatter, low fume, easy de-slagging, multi-pass and all-positional. Great for mild and galvanised steels. WHY USE WELDCLASS PLATINUM GL-11 GASLESS WIRE? > Rated by Thousands of Aussie Fabricators as Australia’s […]

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The History of Welding

Welding is not a recent development, but is continually evolving to suit different design and manufacturing requirements. Many joins required to withstand heavy loads were joined using hot riveting, where a red-hot rivet was placed through two overlapping sections of metal and hammered over. As the rivet cooled it contracted, forming a tight join between […]

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The History of Aluminium

Aluminum (also known as aluminium) is the most abundant metal element in the earth’s crust. And it’s a good thing, too, because we use a lot of it. About 41 million tons are smelted each year and employed in a wide arrange of applications. From auto bodies to beer cans, and from electrical cables to aircraft […]

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