The Bison Blog

Is British Steel Making a Comeback? The Future of UK Metal Production

Steel has long been the backbone of industrial Britain; a nation forged in the heat of its foundries and factories stoked by British coal. At its peak, the UK was one of the world's leading steel producers, with towns like Sheffield and Port Talbot synonymous with iron and steel production.

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Which type of metal guillotine is best for your fabrication workshop?

A metal cutting guillotine? A guillotine shear? A sheet metal shear? A power shear? Known by many names these machines shear carbon and non-ferrous metals by means of a pair of blades set one above another, with either a fixed or adjustable blade gap, and driven mechanically, pneumatically or hydraulically.

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Translas Demos At-Source Welding Fume Extraction at NEC H&S Event 2025

Bison Machinery is excited to showcase the latest in welding fume extraction technology from European manufacturer Translas at The Health & Safety Event 2025, running from 8-10 April at the NEC, Birmingham. Visit us at Stand 3/Q114 to see first-hand how these torch-integrated welding fume extraction systems are setting a new standard for safety and productivity in welding environments.

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