A minor flashback can escalate into a serious compliance and safety incident. This guide explains flashback arrestor testing, common investigation findings, and practical steps workshops can take to maintain audit-ready records, verify device integrity, and protect staff under Australian WHS regulations.

Discover the simple maintenance routine that keeps your Tweco 4 MIG gun running smoothly. Avoid common issues like wire feed problems, burnback, and porosity.

Real Downtime You Can Avoid As a 15-year workshop supervisor in Queensland’s mining sector, I’ve seen how small consumable issues with MIG guns can cause hours of downtime, sometimes even halting production entirely. A worn contact tip or misaligned liner on a   Tweco 4  MIG gun can mean a full morning lost in a busy maintenance bay — a problem common in engineering workshops, quarries, and council fleets across Australia. Across workshops surveyed in Brisbane and Adelaide, o

We put together the definitive Tweco No. 4 MIG Gun Buyer's Guide. Rated 400A @ 60% duty cycle, this gun excels in mining, council, and transport facilities across Australia. We share the hard lessons: why genuine consumables save you money, and when to choose a 10ft cable over a 25ft cable.

What is Flashback Arrestor Testing? Flashback arrestor testing  is a critical safety inspection for oxy-fuel welding systems in Australia, designed to verify that arrestors can prevent reverse gas flow and potential explosions. The testing process involves certified technicians using calibrated equipment to check flame traps, non-return valves, and pressure relief mechanisms in accordance with AS 4839 and AS 4603 standards. Australian workplace health and safety authorities r

Mick Delaney is a welding industry professional with over 20 years of experience in Australian workshops. He’s passionate about promoting practical safety habits and helping welders maintain high standards on the job.

Are you the workshop manager who's watched every G5-03 review video on YouTube, read through pages of forums, and still can't decide if...

In this powerful real-world guide, veteran Aussie welder Jake Morrison reveals how investing in quality welding supplies and understanding proper PPE maintenance saved his career and health. Learn from the mistakes of a respected mentor and discover essential strategies to prevent long-term occupational illnesses, ensuring your career lasts as long as your passion for welding.

When Brisbane fabricator Sarah Chen's $1,200 helmet suddenly stopped switching during a critical mining contract, she discovered...

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