You wear a respirator to stay safe — but what if it's not working as well as you think? When you grind or cut, hazardous fumes and fine particles fill the air. If your respirator isn’t sealed... Read more

When it comes to welding safety, the stakes are high. Did you know the wrong helmet choice could leave you exposed to toxic welding fumes or struggling to meet New Zealand safety standards? Let’s ma... Read more

Expiry dates on cutting discs are not like the expiry dates on a bottle of milk. Unlike milk, that may, or may not go off by the used by date, cutting discs should NEVER be used beyond their expiry. T... Read more

There are a few common reasons your brushing application may not be achieving the desired results. Keep reading for some of the most common issues and how to resolve them...  Brush doesn't last... Read more

Cutting and grinding discsAbrasive discs can generate dangerous situations and/or create accidents if not use correctly. Read carefully the following information and the labels’ indications; operato... Read more

Like most things that involve power tools, there's a right and a wrong way to operate wire brushes and wheels if you want to stay safe and get the best results from your efforts. Believe it or no... Read more

Coated abrasives such as flap discs & wheels, linishing belts, and sanding discs are simple enough to use, but there's still things you need to be aware of to make sure they're used corr... Read more

If you've been having problems with your sanding belt or machine, it's not the end of the world. We've made a list of the most common problems and how to fix them, like belts not runnin... Read more

So you've bought a new TECMEN welding helmet (good choice) and now it's time to learn all about it. Watch this video to learn about the different functions, how to change the filters, chargi... Read more

Like any piece of protective equipment, your powered air respirator (PAPR) should be tested before each use to ensure it’s working correctly. After all, the last thing you want is to discover an iss... Read more

Here are the most common issues with powered air respirators and practical steps to resolve them.  No Airflow from the Blower Unit The blower unit is not on - long press the ON button The battery ... Read more

Cleaning your anti-fog safety glasses and keeping them scratch free is easy...just don't go reaching for the paper towels or that old workshop rag lurking on the table. And no, your t-shirt or wo... Read more