Red-D-Arc’s National Rental Equipment & Assets Management Services

With Red-D-Arc’s National Accounts program, business organizations spanning across the US can address the many challenges put forth by their rental equipment requirements. Whether it is about leveraging the advantages of special pricing or getting immediate access to the specialized equipment or services of national account specialists, Red-D-Arc is a partner that can be trusted to deliver the best possible results for your needs.

National Accounts Program—its Many Advantages

Red-D-Arc takes pride in offering weld automation, rental welders, and specialty products through over 70 authorized service centers located all across the world. With over 3,700 weld positioning/ automation products, 60,000 welders, and 1,600 natural gas, diesel, and bi-fuel-powered generators to their credit, the company is geared to cater to your service and rental requirements.

National Account Specialists

All national account customers of the company are under the custody, control and care of a dedicated team of professionally trained National Account specialists.

Special Pricing

Their standardized pricing or special price-percentage discounts which are applicable to customers across diverse operating geographies help to put this program ahead of their competition.

National Accounts Hotline

The National Accounts Hotline offers a single-point-of-contact for all national account customers and helps them manage their service and equipment procurement needs.

Get in touch with Red-D-Arc to learn more about their National Rental Equipment & Asset Management Services today!

Read More

Products & Services Offered By Red-D-Arc

Red-D-Arc is the largest provider of welding and welding-related rental products and services in North America with over 60,000 units in their fleet. Started in 1955, Red-D-Arc became an Airgas company in 1995 and currently offers rental welding-equipment through over 70 service centers in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Europe, and the Middle East, as well as through Airgas Construction Stores, and a dealer network that includes the Caribbean, Puerto Rico, Trinidad, Kazakhstan, and Australia.

Tools Available On Rent/Sale

Welders – Red-D-Arc offers an assortment of welding equipment for different purposes and requirements. Their range of rental welding machines includes Gas, Diesel, LPG, Automatic and Multi Operator welders.

Welding Automation – Red-D-Arc offers a full line of welding positioners, manipulators, turning rolls, fit up bed rollers, weld monitors, sub arc welders and automatic wire feeders.

Generators & Specialty Equipment – They also supply engine driven generators, power distribution panels, light towers, compressors, electrode ovens, gas cylinder cases, flux holder ovens, oxyfuel cutting equipment, pipe bevelers, plasma cutters and smoke extractors.

Eco-Friendly Media Blasting

Blast Cleaning Equipment – Red-D-Arc also offers a choice of Cold Jet dry ice blasting and Farrow media blasting equipment, used for advanced surface preparation and industrial cleaning projects.

Power Generation – Red-D-Arc is one of the leading power generation rental and service providers in the southwest U.S. They have the expertise and equipment to keep oilfield power generation equipment running 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Lease Program - Red-D-Arc’s WelderLogistics operating lease program provides the benefits of equipment ownership while delivering additional cost and operational advantages. A cost effective option to acquire a core fleet of welding equipment.

National Accounts - Red-D-Arc offers a National Accounts Programs, partnering with large organizations which do business across the United States. They offer special pricing and dedicated professional support to their partners.

Used Equipment Sales – Red-D-Arc has the world’s largest inventory of professionally maintained used welding and welding related equipment available for sale. Red-D-Arc equipment is renowned for its durability and reliability and their master technicians meticulously maintain all equipment in on ongoing basis.

Read More

Advantages and Range of Rental Welding Equipment

If you are planning a home remodeling or construction project in the near future, or if you are a builder or contractor, there is a good chance you’ll need access to a welding machine. Welding is a common requirement during building construction and reconstruction ventures.

Benefits of Rental Welding Equipment

Economical Option – Renting is certainly more economical than buying. You do not have to pay the full price. The vendors only ask for a nominal security deposit, which is refundable, and the rent for their equipment, which is typically very affordable.

Avoid Transportation Cost – There are times when contractors avoid projects from distant cities due to the significant transportation cost of equipment, including welding machines. With rental services, they can book their desired tool on site, to be delivered by the vendor, at the given address, on the given date.

Range of Welding Tools

Gas Engine-Driven Welders

Gas Engine – A welding process which gets its mechanical energy from a gas powered engine. Gas engine welders are portable, are available in different capacities, amperage, wattage, and AD/DC work requirements.

LPG Engine-Driven Welders

LPG Engine – LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) engine-driven welders are capable of high quality multi-process welding. Fuel efficient, portable DC and/or AC welding machines which also provide auxiliary power.

Diesel Engine-Driven Welders

Diesel Engine – Diesel engine-driven welders and generators also offer multi-process welding capabilities and auxiliary power output. These portable machines are built for the toughest welding situations.

MIG Wire Feeder Welders

Wire Feeders – Built specifically to offer versatility and portability, several semiautomatic and automatic wire feeder options are available for use in field construction, field fabrication, and shipyards.

Aside from the above options, there are a diverse range of multi process welders, advanced process welders, automatic wire feeders, and stud welders that can be purchased or hired on rent.

Read More

Choosing the Right Welding Equipment

MIG Welding Machines

Determining the right type of welding equipment can be a daunting task due to the wide range available welding equipment in the market. However, the first step is to consider the size of your project. This will allow you to narrow down on the type of equipment you need. For example, for light repair work on aluminum, steel, stainless steel and sheet metal up to 3/16 inch thick a 130-amp TIG or MIG unit may suit your needs best. For heavier repair work and fabrication jobs choose amperage of around 200 amps with a duty cycle of 40% or more. Duty cycle is one of the important factors, which is the number minutes a welder can operate out of a 10-minute cycle. For example, a machine with 200 amps AC and 40 percent duty cycle can weld 200 amps continuously for 4 minutes.

Duty cycle and amperage

Duty cycle and amperage are inversely proportional where the duty cycle increases when the amperage is reduced. Thick metals require more amperage than thin metals. Therefore, it is essential to consider both factors prior to choosing welding equipment. Depending on your needs, you may want to consider renting welding equipment. Red-D-Arc has an extensive selection of welding equipment ranging from gas, LPG and diesel engine welders to advanced process welders, and more. These machines are available at affordable prices. With decades of experience, Red-D-Arc has the potential to help contractors choose the right type of equipment and generate great savings.

Read More

Welding Equipment – The Choice Between Owning And Renting

Welding is one of the most important processes in many industries. Man businesses face a dilemma when it comes to choosing between renting or buying. There are several factors that ought to be considered, which can also help you make the right choice. To begin with, there are benefits to both.

Factors to consider

LPG Engine-Driven Welders

One of the first things to consider is the rate of utilization. If your usage is below 60 percent then it would be worth considering hiring welding equipment. Another important fact is match technology with your usage so that you do not end up owning or renting equipment that is not capable of matching productivity. Apart from utilization, volume requirements can influence your purchase decision. For example, a sudden increase in demand for power could be met by renting rather than incurring capital expenses on a large equipment base.

Affordable welding equipment rentals from Red-D-Arc

EX350i Advanced Process

Technology can also influence your decision to rent or buy. If you regularly need equipment with premium multi-process arcs, it may make sense to buy equipment according to your needs. However, if you need a stick welder for smaller jobs you can always rent the right equipment. Fortunately, rental houses like Red-D-Arc offer the latest welding rental equipment ranging from stick welders to plasma cutters, multiple-arc racks, advanced process welders, MIG welders, wire feeders, and more. To determine the best welding equipment to suit your needs, all you need is to get in touch with Red-D-Arc. It is a great way to both money and storage space, which adds to the cost of building ownership.

Read More

Types of Engine Driven Welders

Engine driven welders are used where there is a lack of electric power for arc welding, and are designed for outdoor applications. However, they can be used indoors to supply necessary power to electric arc welders. The nature of application, type of engine, portability and AC generator power are some of the factors to consider when choosing an engine-driven welder.

A choice of gas powered engines

There are different types of engine driven welders that include gasoline, diesel, and LPG or liquid propane gas. Gasoline engines are ideal in colder climates since they do start easily and do not need ether start kits or other starting aids. Diesel engine driven welders are most popular since they offer a better fuel economy when compared with gasoline engines. They are widely used in refineries since they do not ignite as easily as gasoline. LPG has become an alternative choice especially in indoor applications where exhaust emissions from diesel and gasoline are not permitted.

Choosing the right wattage

When selecting an engine driven welder, it is prudent to consider the need for portability. Smaller gasoline stick welders are easier to be carried or lifted to a work area.  Engine drives come with power generation capabilities from 5000 to 27000 W. Choosing one depends on the tools used and the need to simultaneously weld. Different tools require different wattage. Grinders require 1800 W, air compressors a minimum of 8200 W, plasma arc cutters up to 12000 W. Considering these factors will help choose the right unit.

Read More

Safety Comes First For Welding Operators

There is no doubt that welding operators often work under stressful conditions where safety is paramount. While arc welding may be a safe occupation, it is essential to make sure that safety measures aren’t overlooked. From electric shock, to exposure to arc radiation, fumes and gases, there are several factors and mandatory practices that must be strictly adhered to by the book. Welding involves voltages from as low as 20 volts to as high as 100 volts while the voltage in welding equipment ranges from 120 to over 550 volts. Therefore, it is essential for welding operators never to touch electrodes and metal parts of the electrode holder with bare hands. Proper insulation includes the use of dry gloves, keeping dry insulation between their body and the metal being welded.

Fumes and gases can be hazardous in case of overexposure. Fumes from welding contain toxic metal oxide compounds, which is why welding operators must ensure that there is proper ventilation depending on the type of rod and base metal used. Ventilation systems such as exhaust fans and hoods are essential in the work area. Operators must wear approved respirators to limit the exposure to toxic fumes. Ventilation systems must be regularly checked to comply with specific standards set by OSHA or other relevant authorities.

Welding operators have a choice of personal equipment from fire resistant clothing, safety glasses, shoes, helmets and more. Wool and cotton clothing specially treated with fire retardation is recommended over synthetics. Paying attention to safety makes all the difference when it comes to welding, an industry where welders and their skills are in great demand.

Read More