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Next-Level Safety: Optrel Swiss Air Half Mask Tightfit
We’re excited to introduce the latest innovation in respiratory protection: the Optrel Swiss Air Half Mask Tightfit, available now at SMENCO! Designed to provide the highest level of respiratory protection, this system is perfect for professionals who demand the best in safety and comfort. Why Choose the Optrel Swiss Air Half Mask Tightfit? Unmatched Protection: […]
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Fronius Ignis: Supreme Quality Welding Results Anytime, Anywhere
Achieving top-tier welds demands a reliable arc and the Fronius Ignis delivers just that. This robust, user-friendly welding machine is suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings, even in confined spaces. Building on a 40-year legacy of the “Trans” series, Fronius’ new Ignis line represents the next step from its TransPocket line. Here’s what make […]
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Improve Your Welding Skills with Fronius Welducation Simulator brought to you by SMENCO!
Are you ready to elevate your welding skills to new heights? Meet the Fronius Welducation Simulator, brought to you by SMENCO—the ultimate tool for mastering the art of welding with unparalleled realism and efficiency. More Realistic Than Ever Before Why settle for anything less? The Fronius Welducation Simulator uses actual welding torches, giving you a […]
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KEMPER AirWatch Meets the Latest Workplace Standards
At SMENCO, we prioritise the safety and well-being of your workforce above all else. With the recent updates to workplace exposure standards for welding fumes, ensuring compliance and safeguarding your workers’ health has never been more critical. That’s why we’re proud to offer KEMPER AirWatch – the innovative solution for monitoring air quality in welding […]
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Revolutionise Your Workspace with the VacuFil 500: The Ultimate Fume Extraction Solution
In today’s industrial landscape, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace is paramount. From welding bays to manufacturing facilities, effective fume extraction plays a crucial role in maintaining employee health and productivity. That’s where the VacuFil 500 comes in, a cutting-edge solution designed to transform your operations with streamlined ventilation and cleaner air. Efficient Performance Equipped […]
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Kemper AirWatch: Elevating Air Quality Monitoring
Featuring Kemper AirWatch, now available at SMENCO! Designed to elevate air quality monitoring to new heights, the Kemper AirWatch offers unparalleled precision and efficiency for industrial settings. With its advanced features and capabilities, the Kemper AirWatch is the ultimate solution for monitoring air quality and dust concentration in workstations, production halls, logistic halls and warehouses. […]
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Unlock Welding Excellence with the Fronius FCW Compact Circumferential Seam Welding System
Designed to revolutionise your welding experience, this cutting-edge system from Fronius is poised to set new standards in efficiency, precision and versatility. Welding Efficiency Unleashed The FCW Compact isn’t your ordinary welding system; it’s a compact powerhouse designed to elevate your welding experience to new heights. Whether you’re in the business of container construction, pipeline […]
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Sidergas Products Now Available at SMENCO!
We’re excited to announce that Sidergas has joined the SMENCO ranks as one of our product lines sold throughout Australia! With over 50 years of expertise, Sidergas is a top European manufacturer of carbon steel and aluminium welding wires. Their commitment to exceptional quality is endorsed by renowned international certification bodies. And the best part? […]
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Adapting to New Workplace Welding Exposure Standards: A Step-by-Step Guide with SMENCO Products!
As industry safety standards tighten, SMENCO ensures you stay ahead not just in welding performance but also in safety. Here are just a few of our cutting-edge products to ensure your workspace is safe from welding fume hazards and exposure: Step 1: Bohler Low-Fume & Chrome-Free Welding Wires: Breathe easy with our range of […]
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Safeguarding Workspaces with SMENCO: Adapting to New Workplace Exposure Standards
In response to WorkSafe‘s recent changes to welding fume safety standards, effective from January 18, 2024, SMENCO is proud to step up to the challenge, offering cutting-edge solutions to ensure your workspace not only meets but exceeds these elevated safety requirements. New Regulations, New Standards The workplace exposure standard for welding fumes has been significantly […]
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Elevate Your Cutting Precision with ProArc Magicut
Take your cutting game to the next level with ProArc Magicut: The ultimate all-rounder CNC for job shops and large-scale production! Crafted for 100% duty cycle cutting operations, this compact CNC cutting machine is the perfect choice for job shops looking to integrate their first piece of automated machinery. Key features: 15” Screen Multi-language Selection […]
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Increase In Service Fee – Effective January 15, 2024
At SMENCO, our commitment to excellence is unwavering, and we strive to provide you with the best solutions. In light of the increasing costs within our industry, we find it necessary to adjust our service rates. Effective Monday, Jan 15th 2024, the updated service rates will be as follows: Inspection Repair Labour: $150 per hour […]
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Mastering Welding: The Fronius Welducation Simulator
Ready to revolutionise your welding skills and take them to new heights? Meet Fronius’ Welducation Simulator—the ultimate tool for mastering the art of welding, without the risks or costs associated with traditional methods. Safety and Savings Say goodbye to safety concerns! Our virtual welding simulator lets you practice without injury risks, material expenses or gas […]
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Unlocking Welding Efficiency: The Power of Kemper’s Dusty Evo and VacuFil Compact
In the world of welding, safety and efficiency go hand in hand. That’s where Kemper, a name synonymous with welding innovation, comes into play. Kemper is known for its dedication to creating top-of-the-line products that not only safeguard workers but also enhance their productivity. Kemper Dusty Evo High Vacuum Smoke Extraction Filter Unit Kemper Dusty […]
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Prioritising Welding Safety: Shielding Welders from the Risks of Fume Exposure
Welding fume exposure has taken centre stage, with recent findings linking it to various forms of cancer and health issues. As a result, protecting welders from the dangers of welding fumes is more critical than ever. Studies have raised concerns about the long-term health impacts, with welders facing up to a 43% increased risk of […]
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Enhancing Welder Safety: Shielding Welders from the Risks of Fume Exposure
In the world of welding, there’s a hidden hazard that’s been underestimated for far too long: welding fumes. These seemingly harmless byproducts of welding processes have now been classified as carcinogenic to humans, shedding light on a pressing issue affecting workplace health and safety. A recent article by 9News has drawn attention to this critical […]
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EnDOtec® DO*622 S: Revolutionising Steel Casting Welding
Don't let steel casting challenges hinder your progress. Embrace the future of welding technology with EnDOtec® DO*622 S and unlock cleaner, more efficient and cost-effective welding solutions. When you choose EnDOtec®, you're choosing quality, innovation and reliability.
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Swiss Air: A Breath of Fresh Air for Safety and Comfort
At SMENCO, we’re proud to offer a game-changing solution—Swiss Air. This cutting-edge technology isn’t just another addition to our product lineup; it’s a revolution in how you experience safety in demanding industries. In a recent milestone, we’ve supplied 35 Swiss Air units to a prominent mining client, reaffirming its importance and efficacy. Swiss Air redefines […]
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Upgrade Your Cutting Experience with the Hypertherm SYNC Adapter!
Tired of the tangled web of consumable parts? Your solution has arrived! Presenting the Hypertherm SYNC Adapter, the ultimate game-changer for your Powermax system. Experience a seamless transformation as the SYNC Adapter revolutionises your consumable journey—from effortless ordering to impeccable inventory management and hassle-free installation. With Hypertherm, you can leap from five components down to […]
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Boost Your Welding Performance with the diamondspark Ni1 RC!
Introducing Bohler’s diamondspark Ni1 RC, a seamless rutile, < 1% nickel alloyed flux cored wire that takes welding to the next level. With its outstanding characteristics and versatility, it is the go-to choice for welding Carbon, Carbon-Manganese steels, and high-strength steels with Argon-CO2.
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Kemper: Protecting Workers from Welding Fumes for Over 45 Years
Welding fumes, now classified as carcinogenic to humans, have been one of the hazards often overlooked and underestimated in the welding industry. A recent article by Nine News sheds light on this pressing issue that affects welding workplace health and safety.
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UTP Robotic 600 for Hardfacing Welding Applications
UTP ROBOTIC 600 is a seamless, chromium-alloyed, metal-cored wire for wear-resistant hardfacing applications on parts subject to a combination of pressure, impact and abrasion wear.
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SmartMaster Extraction Filter: Your Ultimate Solution for Welding Fume Extraction
Welding processes frequently emit hazardous fumes and particles that can pose serious health risks to workers if not properly controlled. To address this concern, Kemper, a leading manufacturer of welding fume extraction systems, developed the SmartMaster Extraction Filter Unit with a flexible arm. This revolutionary technology is the most economical unit in the Kemper range […]
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GreenFlux 1602 PF Atmosin:The Healthier Brazing Flux | SMENCO
The GreenFlux 1602PF Atmosin is designed for capillary brazing of joints with ternary and quaternary alloys including high silver, CuP and CuPAg alloys.
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CastoTube®: A cost-effective solution for industrial applications
Developed by Castolin Eutectic, CastoTube® is a highly cost-effective solution for plant productivity and exceptional wear resistance. CastoTube® is made of a mild steel tube that has been internally wearfaced with TeroMatec® 4666 alloy, providing the exceptional wear resistance of the well-known 4666 CastoDur Diamond Plates® and meeting the market demand for erosion-resistant pipe sections […]
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Optrel Swiss Air—Safety Has Never Been This Comfortable
Meet the Optrel Swiss Air: a respiratory protection system that brings clean breathing air into your environment and lets you breathe freely. Swiss Air features a ventilated half-mask made of fire-resistant material that covers the mouth and nose area completely. Swiss Air provides respiratory protection of the highest class and ensures no passage for aerosols, […]
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Cold-wire TIG welding with Fronius TIG Dynamic Wire
An innovative cold wire TIG welding system that enables the process to adapt to the welder.
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RedOne™ Pickling Paste 140
Avesta RedOne™ Pickling Paste 140 is intended for powerful brush pickling of welds and smaller surfaces of high-alloy steel grades in tough applications.
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Increase in Service Fee – effective Feb 1, 2023
Due to the increase in the costs within our industry, we wish to advise that we are increasing our service rates starting February 1st.
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Plasma Success in Scrapyard:Switch to Hypertherm Powermax
Brazil’s Aço e Ferro, a scrapyard in Castanhal, Pará, increased productivity by 300 per cent, thanks to switching to Hypertherm Powermax105 SYNC® plasma cutter!
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CAgroup’s robotic welding investment: Fronius Pulse TIG
An ABB robot with a SMENCO welding arm will be used by CAgroup as part of their recent investment in robotics. This robot uses gas tungsten arc welding for lead rather than the conventional oxy-acetylene technique, which is a first for Australian welding.
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BlueOne™ Pickling Paste 130
The Avesta BlueOne™ Pickling Paste 130 is universally suitable for non-heavy-duty applications and brush pickling of welds and smaller surfaces on all stainless steel grades.
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Welder Shortage in Australia Calls for Immediate Action
According to Weld Australia, not enough apprentices are taking up trade careers—one of which is welding.
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Powermax Plasma Trade-in Program for Oxyfuel
Introducing the Powermax Plasma Trade-in Program for Oxyfuel, SMENCO’s latest program aiming to replace old Oxyfuel cutting equipment with the latest and most efficient air plasma technology like the Powermax SYNC.
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Stolen Fronius Welder Returned to its Serial Number | SMENCO
Thanks to a unique serial number, our client’s stolen welder was finally returned to them eight years later!
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BÖHLER FOX S EV 7016 Now Available!
Experience the best weldability and performance with this welder-friendly and easy-to-use electrode.
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Castodur Diamond Plates: Industrial Sustainability | SMENCO
Castolin Eutectic has extensive experience in the development of concrete mixer shielding.
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iWAVE: One Welding System for All Process Variants | SMENCO
Meet the Fronius TIG welding system that makes no compromises—now or in the future.
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One solution for all your manual welding applications
Featuring the TransSteel 3000 C PULSE—a multiprocess welding technology brought to you by Fronius.
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Pipelines Welded with Böhler Welding Filler Metals | SMENCO
Our Böhler Welding filler metals are available in various types—from aluminum and stainless steel to steel, and steel alloy.
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SMENCO as Key Player in Robotic Welding Market | SMENCO
SMENCO was recognised among the industry’s key players in advancing the robotic welding market for the forecast period of 2020 to 2027.
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Australia’s Carbon Emission Majors
In a report conducted by University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney in 2019*, Australia is the world’s 16th largest GHG-emitting country.
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Respiratory Protection Equipment Fit Testing
Selecting the proper type of respirator equipment plays a vital role in protecting workers from the respiratory hazards.
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Swiss Air – Safety never felt so comfortable
Featuring The Optrel Swiss Air: a respiratory protection system that brings clean breathing air into your environment and lets you breathe as freely as you can
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Workplace Respiratory Protection
Negative pressure respirators rely on the wearer to draw air through the cartridge or filter. These respirators can be either reusable or disposable.
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Safety and Hazards in the Welding Industry
Occupational lung diseases include a broad range of lung diseases that may be acute, sub-acute or chronic, and either malignant, non-malignant, or infectious in nature.
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Unlock your true potential – with the Panoramaxx CLT
The world-famous Crystal Lens Technology 2.0 is now also available in the Panoramaxx CLT version.
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Diamond Spark Seamless Cored Wires | SMENCO Australia
diamondspark by Böhler Welding is a full range of premiuma seamless cored wires specially fabricated for demanding applications.
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Kemper Welding Fume Extraction and Filter units
The Smart-Master fume extraction/filtration is the most economical unit in the Kemper range for light-duty welding.
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New Endotec Safe-Hard 600 Wire Range | SMENCO Australia
Inspired by safety and performance, Safe-Hard 600 is an exclusive formulation, free of Cr and Ni.
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The Update On Welding Fume Laws
We know that welding fumes are carcinogenic to humans but what happens now? Is the government changing PPE laws?
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What Makes A Good Welding Helmet
The right welding helmet makes you more money. If you’re a full time welder having a good welding helmet makes your welding more efficient and can often increase weld quality whilst also protecting you from the dangers of welding. With such a large range of welding helmets on the market, it is vital that you […]
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Do’s and Don’ts of Buying Your First Welder
Choosing your first welding machine can be very daunting. It’s an expensive investment and the correct welder will be working with you for many years to come
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What You Need To Know About Welding Fumes
Welding fumes have recently been classified as carcinogenic to humans, meaning that they are deadly and greatly increase the risk of developing cancer.
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