The Bison Blog

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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A unique solution for welding fume extraction

In recent years, welding fumes have been under increased scrutiny from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), with scientific evidence linking them to various health issues, including lung cancer, neurological disorders, and asthma. All employers have a responsibility to provide a safe and healthy working environment for their employees, including implementing effective measures to control exposure to welding fumes, as general ventilation alone is not sufficient to mitigate the risks. While the welders themselves may be sufficiently protected by PPE, a particular focus of the HSE is on other employees sharing the same environment.

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New to the showroom - Laser Welding Packages featuring IPG LightWELD

We are pleased to introduce the Morgan Rushworth Laser Welding Packages to the Bison showroom. Featuring the market leading LightWELD technology from IPG Photonics, this innovative solution is highly productive, easy to use and very safe. Laser welding is very fast - typically up to 4 times faster than TIG welding - and easy to learn; even inexperienced operators can produce consistent production-ready welding after only a few hours of practice. The Morgan Rushworth Laser Welding Packages include everything needed for start up and ongoing safe operation.

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Promotech SBM500 Product Launch

The bevelling and weld preparation of plate has always been a messy, expensive and time consuming process. It doesn’t need to be any longer!! The plate and tube prep specialists, Promotech have just launched a new addition to their already extensive range; the SBM-500.

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