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RentArc Limited We hire welding equipment for every welding application in any industry sector.

Is buying welding equipment always the best option?Owning your own equipment might seem like the obvious choice, but hav...
20/10/2026

Is buying welding equipment always the best option?

Owning your own equipment might seem like the obvious choice, but have you considered the hidden costs? 👀

From maintenance and repairs to storage and depreciation, the costs can quickly add up, especially when equipment isn't being used every day.

Welding equipment hire offers a flexible alternative, helping you:

- Keep costs under control
- Access the latest welding technology
- Reduce maintenance worries and downtime
- Scale up your equipment when projects get busy
- Get specialist equipment when you need it

At RentArc, we make it easy to access industry-leading welding equipment without the long-term commitment of ownership.

Whether you're covering a breakdown, taking on a new project or managing a busy shutdown, we've got you covered.

Want to know if hiring could be the right choice for your business?

Read our blog to discover the benefits of hiring welding equipment 👉 https://shorturl.at/E6P7v

15/10/2026

Welding fume is part of many welding processes, but managing exposure is essential 👨‍🏭

You could be carrying out maintenance, working on a short-term project, setting up a temporary welding area or making an emergency repair - having the right fume extraction equipment can make a real difference.

At RentArc, we offer a range of Plymovent UK fume extraction solutions to help manage welding fumes and support better air quality in the workplace.

Explore our Plymovent hire range:

▪️ MobileGo Fume Extractor – A compact, mobile unit suited to lighter welding tasks and workshop environments.

▪️ PHV Portable Fume Extractor – Uses high-vacuum extraction to capture fumes close to the source, particularly in confined or hard-to-reach areas.

▪️ MFD Mobile Welding Fume Extractor – Helps capture welding fumes at source across a range of welding applications.

Not sure which option is right for your project? Our team is here to help you find what works best for your application.

Discover more about RentArc and explore our hire range 👉 https://shorturl.at/c99Lo

⚠️ Welding Fume: Is Your Workplace Protected?Welding fume can pose serious health risks to welders and those working nea...
13/10/2026

⚠️ Welding Fume: Is Your Workplace Protected?

Welding fume can pose serious health risks to welders and those working nearby. The HSE requires suitable controls for all indoor welding activities, including mild steel welding.

✅ Protect your workforce
✅ Meet your COSHH responsibilities
✅ Use effective fume extraction to help reduce exposure

At RentArc, we offer professional welding fume extraction equipment for hire across the UK, from portable units to workshop-based systems.

Is your workplace adequately protected? Read our blog to understand your responsibilities and how to control welding fume exposure.

👉 https://shorturl.at/xwAv4

Getting the right machine specification can make a big difference to the work.Maximum amperage is often the first figure...
08/10/2026

Getting the right machine specification can make a big difference to the work.

Maximum amperage is often the first figure people look at, but how that output can be sustained is just as important, particularly when longer weld runs are involved.

Duty cycle becomes particularly important when machines are working at higher outputs for extended periods, such as in heavy fabrication or production welding where equipment is under greater demand.

When it comes to welding equipment hire, there’s more to consider than just the machine itself. The welding process, materials, power supply and working environment all play a part in selecting suitable equipment.

That’s why we don’t take a one-machine-fits-all approach to welding hire.

If you’re planning a job and need advice on the equipment or specification, speak to our team. We can help you work through the options and find equipment suited to your requirements.

👉 www.rentarc.com

Choosing the right welding equipment can make a big difference to your project.The right equipment can improve productiv...
06/10/2026

Choosing the right welding equipment can make a big difference to your project.

The right equipment can improve productivity, weld quality and efficiency, while helping to keep projects on time and costs under control.

But with so many welding processes, machines and power options available, how do you know what’s best for your application?

Our latest blog covers the key things to consider, including:

- MIG/MAG, TIG, MMA and plasma cutting
- 110V, 230V, 415V and welder generators
- Material thickness and machine output
- Air-cooled vs water-cooled systems
- Fume extraction and other essential equipment
- Consumables and accessories

Whether you're working in fabrication, construction, manufacturing, marine, oil & gas or specialist engineering, choosing the right equipment can make all the difference.

📖 Read our blog to find out how to choose the right welding equipment for your project.

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When it comes to welding equipment, the machine you hire matters.One of the brands we love working with is Kemppi UK - t...
01/10/2026

When it comes to welding equipment, the machine you hire matters.

One of the brands we love working with is Kemppi UK - trusted by welders worldwide for dependable, high-quality equipment.

At RentArc, we offer a wide range of Kemppi welding machines and packages, covering MIG, TIG and MMA applications.

From the Kemppi FastMig X for high-quality MIG/MAG pulse welding, to the MasterTig 335 for controlled, precise TIG welding on demanding applications.

That’s just a selection.

Our Kemppi range includes everything from compact Minarc machines to higher-powered equipment for large scale production work.

Because hiring welding equipment is about more than getting a machine to site.

You want quality equipment from a trusted manufacturer, backed by a hire team that understands the equipment and the job.

That means the right machine, dependable kit, and expert support when you need it 👍

Explore our Kemppi hire range.

👉 https://shorturl.at/q0xOj

What’s included in a welding equipment hire package?Hiring a welder is about more than getting a machine delivered to si...
29/09/2026

What’s included in a welding equipment hire package?

Hiring a welder is about more than getting a machine delivered to site.

The right hire package should give you the equipment, accessories, and support you need to get up and running quickly.

So, what can you expect when you hire welding equipment from RentArc?

In our blog we look at everything, from MIG, TIG and MMA welders, to plasma cutters and what’s included to help you get started.

Depending on your project, you may also need:

➡️ Fume extraction
➡️ Welder generators
➡️ Welding positioners and rotators
➡️ Induction heating equipment
➡️ PPE and consumables

We also explain how our equipment is tested and prepared before delivery, and the technical support available throughout your hire.

Read the full blog here 👉 https://shorturl.at/oBn9O

The worst time for a welding machine to stop working?Just when you need it.We’ve had plenty of calls over the years from...
24/09/2026

The worst time for a welding machine to stop working?

Just when you need it.

We’ve had plenty of calls over the years from businesses needing emergency support when their equipment has broken down and they've got an urgent repair to make.

One job in Gloucester involved:
👉 Two 3-phase welding inverters
👉 To repair damaged rails inside a refrigerated warehouse
👉 Used for storing ice cream

The equipment was delivered quickly, the repairs were completed, and thankfully, the ice cream stayed frozen 🍦

The point is, if your business relies on welding equipment for critical repairs, safe working conditions, or any number of reasons, it pays to have a hire partner you can count on when things don’t go to plan.

Need emergency welding equipment? Find out more about our welding machine hire.

www.rentarc.com

Supporting Oil & Gas and Petro-Chemical projects across the UK and Europe.From pipelines and storage vessels to process ...
22/09/2026

Supporting Oil & Gas and Petro-Chemical projects across the UK and Europe.

From pipelines and storage vessels to process pipework and major plant infrastructure, RentArc provides a wide range of equipment for fabrication, installation, maintenance and repair work.

Our equipment includes:

• Welding machines
• Welding automation
• Pipe rotators and positioners
• Pipe cutting and bevelling equipment
• Plasma cutters
• Induction heaters
• Fume extraction
• Robotic welding systems

📍 Available on demand across the UK and Europe.

👉 Find out more about how we support Oil & Gas and Petro-Chemical projects: rentarc.com/oil-gas

“We’re only ever a metre away from a weld.”- Roy Edwards, Rapid WeldingThat’s a thought-provoking thing to say.But if yo...
18/09/2026

“We’re only ever a metre away from a weld.”
- Roy Edwards, Rapid Welding

That’s a thought-provoking thing to say.

But if you’re a welder, you probably know exactly what Roy means.

You take your motorbike out for a spin.
You’re thinking about the ride, not the welding.
Yet beneath you are welded frames, components and exhaust systems.

You sit in a building.
You see painted walls, glass, carpet and furniture.
You don’t think about the structures, frames and engineered connections beneath them.

You get on a train.
You’re thinking about getting where you need to go.
You don’t see the welding involved in manufacturing and maintaining it.

You turn on a tap.
You’re thinking about making a cup of tea.
You don’t think about the pipes, tanks and treatment facilities involved.

So much skill, precision and craftsmanship is hidden behind the finished things we use every day.

And while it might be out of sight to most people, welders know just how much of the world around us relies on their work.

Address

Unit 26, Solent Industrial Estate, Hedge End
Southampton
SO302FY

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm

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+442380867789

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