Bernard & Tregaskiss

Bernard & Tregaskiss Tough lives in our guns. Bernard and Tregaskiss design and manufacture MIG welding guns and consumables for semi-auto and robotic welding. Backed by welders.

Built on decades of experience. A division of ITW. Bernard and Tregaskiss are a wholly owned subsidiary of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW), Glenview, Ill. ITW is a diversified multinational manufacturer of highly engineered components, assemblies and systems. Other ITW companies include Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Hobart Filler Metals and Tregaskiss, many of which Bernard partners with to bring welding solutions to customers, and provide top industry service and support.

Mark your calendars. Bernard and Tregaskiss are heading to FABTECH 2026, and this year we're bringing more than our best...
09/01/2026

Mark your calendars. Bernard and Tregaskiss are heading to FABTECH 2026, and this year we're bringing more than our best-in-class MIG guns.

Find us at the ITW Welding booth ( ) for a first look at what's next. Expect new product previews, hands-on demos, and a chance to walk away with a prize… stay tuned.

Tough lives in our guns. Come see what that means.
Las Vegas Convention Center. October 21 to 23, 2026. Booth .

Did you know your welding liner can significantly impact performance?E-Z Feed™ liners are designed to improve wire feedi...
08/26/2026

Did you know your welding liner can significantly impact performance?

E-Z Feed™ liners are designed to improve wire feeding, reduce common issues that lead to downtime, and provide reliable performance across multiple wire types. The result? More consistent welds and greater productivity where it matters most.

Learn how the right liner can help keep your operation running smoothly https://bit.ly/3TVPbUv

AccuLock® consumables help make liner replacement more accurate and efficient while supporting consistent welding perfor...
08/20/2026

AccuLock® consumables help make liner replacement more accurate and efficient while supporting consistent welding performance. Less time spent on maintenance means more time spent getting the job done.

Learn how the right consumables can help improve productivity in your welding operation https://bit.ly/3Se6ewB

08/14/2026

At Vermeer Infrastructure, employee safety and operational excellence are built into the company's culture. By pairing the Bernard® Clean Air E™ fume extraction gun with the Miller Welders FILTAIR® 215, Vermeer supports a cleaner welding environment while helping employees stay focused, productive, and protected.

Take a closer look at the impact source capture had on their operation https://www.bernardtregaskiss.com/how-vermeer-improved-welder-safety-and-productivity-with-source-capture-fume-extraction/

When it comes to MIG welding, there’s more to performance than just the gun. Ergonomics, duty cycle, adaptability, and c...
07/30/2026

When it comes to MIG welding, there’s more to performance than just the gun. Ergonomics, duty cycle, adaptability, and consumables, all play a role in weld quality and productivity.

Separate myth from fact and learn what really impacts your welds https://www.bernardtregaskiss.com/building-first-mig-gun-tips/

GMAW (MIG) welding is one of the most widely used and versatile welding processes in modern manufacturing. It is known f...
07/20/2026

GMAW (MIG) welding is one of the most widely used and versatile welding processes in modern manufacturing. It is known for being beginner-friendly, but it also powers high-volume production and automated systems across industries.

Factors like wire feed speed, shielding gas, transfer modes, and equipment setup all play a major role in determining weld quality and consistency. Even small adjustments can lead to noticeable improvements.

Looking to better understand how everything works together? Read below https://www.bernardtregaskiss.com/what-is-gmaw-welding-beginners-guide/

If your MIG welding setup feels like a constant adjustment process, it may be time to take a step back and look at the k...
07/10/2026

If your MIG welding setup feels like a constant adjustment process, it may be time to take a step back and look at the key fundamentals.

We break it down into 4 key pillars: ergonomics, duty cycle, adaptability, and consumables.

Each one plays a critical role in how your setup performs over time, and even small changes here can mean better comfort, consistency, and less downtime on the job.

Learn more from field tech specialist Roger Robey https://www.bernardtregaskiss.com/building-first-mig-gun-tips/

New to welding? GMAW, most commonly known as MIG Welding, is one of the best places to start.It is widely used across ma...
07/08/2026

New to welding? GMAW, most commonly known as MIG Welding, is one of the best places to start.

It is widely used across manufacturing, fabrication, and construction applications because it is efficient, versatile, and relatively easy to learn compared to other welding processes. This makes it a great starting point for beginners while still being powerful enough for professional and high-production environments.

Understanding how the process works, how different settings influence the weld, and how equipment impacts performance can help you build confidence and improve faster!

Check out our beginner’s guide to learn more https://www.bernardtregaskiss.com/what-is-gmaw-welding-beginners-guide/

FABTECH Canada is June 9–11, and we're bringing the heat to Toronto. Stop by the ITW Welding booth 10034 and put your sk...
06/05/2026

FABTECH Canada is June 9–11, and we're bringing the heat to Toronto. Stop by the ITW Welding booth 10034 and put your skills to the test with our new Tregaskiss Atlas Torch in the Installation Challenge for a chance to win a prize. See booth staff for details.

While you're there, get a closer look at the Bernard Clean Air E and see how we're helping drive cleaner, smarter welding.

See you soon, Toronto!
Miller Welders FABTECH Canada

Fume extraction shouldn’t make your job harder. The Bernard Clean Air E Fume Extraction MIG Gun is designed to keep thin...
05/27/2026

Fume extraction shouldn’t make your job harder. The Bernard Clean Air E Fume Extraction MIG Gun is designed to keep things comfortable while capturing fumes at the source. You still get the durability and performance you expect, just with a cleaner workspace and less strain over long shifts.

Check out the future of welding at startsatthesource.com

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