Power Machinery Blog
Curious to know how metal fabrication machinery can elevate your business? Have a look at our blog posts below to learn more about the machines we have available, how they relate to the sheet metal and steel fabrication industry and general information about the metal machinery world.
How to Ensure Longevity of your Metal Work Machinery
Regular servicing by a professional is important to keep your machinery operating at its best, however our Lead Service Technician, Dave, shares his top tips for metal work machinery longevity.
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The Complete Guide to Bandsaws for Metal
Discover the best bandsaws for metal from MEP & Hydmech with this complete guide. Learn how to choose the right metal cutting band saw for accuracy, speed & industrial productivity.
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Need a Band Saw for Metal Work?
If you’re researching the best band saw for metal for your workshop, you’re already on the right path. Band saws are the most versatile metal-cutting machines on the market—quiet, accurate, and efficient across structural sections, solids, tube, and tricky stainless. This is the complete guide for Australian fabricators.
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What does a sheet metal worker do?
Thinking about your next career move? Whether you’re a high school graduate looking to enter the trades or an adult ready for a fresh start, sheet metal work and steel fabrication offer rewarding pathways in Australia. In this guide, you can explore your options. This could be the career that ...
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Fiber Lasers in Sheet Metal Manufacturing
Fiber lasers have transformed the sheet metal and steel fabrication industries. For Australian manufacturers under pressure to improve productivity, reduce costs, and deliver precision results, fiber lasers are becoming the clear choice over older CO₂ technology.
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The Essential Guide to HVAC Machines
If you fabricate rectangular duct, a reliable HVAC sheet metal machine lineup isn’t a luxury—it’s the backbone of throughput, quality, and safety. In this guide we unpack six core machines used every day in duct shops...
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Second Hand Machinery
For small to medium-sized workshops operating in Australia's sheet metal and steel fabrication sectors, one of the smartest investments you can make is purchasing used machinery. This includes everything from second-hand bandsaws, press brakes, and panbrake folders to specialist HVAC machines.
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Pedestal Drill Press
When it comes to precision drilling in sheet metal and steel, a pedestal drill is the go-to equipment for workshops, manufacturers, and engineering facilities. These heavy duty drills offer the precision, durability, and efficiency that is imperative for metalworking professionals. There are a number of brands of pedestal drill on ...
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Tips for starting a new metal work business
Everything you need to know if starting your own metal work business. From machines through to safety and networking, all the tips you need to get your business taking shape.
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Press Brake Tooling, Attachments and CNC
When it comes to press brakes, emphasis is now on press brake tooling, attachments, and advanced CNC systems that bring automation, accuracy, and efficiency to the forefront.
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Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW) 2025
Visit us at Australian Manufacturing Week 2025 in Melbourne at Stand MT701. Bringing together professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts from across Australia and taking place from 6-9 May 2025 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, this event is not to be missed.
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Shears for Sheet Metal: The Ultimate Guide
Metal fabrication requires precision, efficiency, and reliability, and one of the most crucial tools in any workshop or manufacturing plant is the guillotine for metal sheet cutting. Here is our Ultimate shears for sheet metal technical guide.
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If there is a topic you would love us to cover in our blog, please reach out and we would be only too happy to publish a post about your requested topic. We use our 100+ years of collective experience in the metal machinery industry to produce information that is both informative and educational.
If you would like to learn more about how our machines can assist your business to become more efficient, please call us on (02) 8445 8555. Alternately, you can email us on info@powermachinery.com.au.