{"id":10226,"date":"2022-08-26T13:53:52","date_gmt":"2022-08-26T13:53:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/blog\/?p=10226"},"modified":"2026-01-09T16:06:38","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T16:06:38","slug":"5-reasons-why-you-should-invest-in-a-plate-bevelling-machine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/blog\/5-reasons-why-you-should-invest-in-a-plate-bevelling-machine\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons Why You Should Invest in a Plate Bevelling Machine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Weld preparation can be the difference between an efficient process that makes money, or a labour-intensive, barely breaking even operation.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s why you should consider investing in a plate bevelling machine today&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MQIHF61WV9c?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-GB&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 reasons you should invest in a plate bevelling machine.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increased speed and more uniform results compared with grinding or torch weld prep techniques.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleaner, saving on unnecessary labour costs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quieter operation for a better working environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safer process with both handheld and mechanical options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wide range of tooling for different applications offering improved efficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Faster and more uniform results.<\/strong><br>The better the end-result, the better the bottom line.<br>Using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/gullcowelding.aspx?keyword=bevel\">plate bevelling machines<\/a> means you can get more welds done in less time, without the need for additional finishing or preparation methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cleaner process.<\/strong><br>No more harmful and messy grinding dust all over the workshop!<br>As well as improved air quality, there is a huge reduction in clean-up efforts required. <br>Plate bevelling machines produce ribbons of material that are easy to sweep. <br>Whilst the dispersion of grinding dust creates a hazardous workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quieter operation.<\/strong><br>Nobody likes a noisy working environment.<br>The sound of a grinder on repeat is frustrating and distracting, unhealthy too!<br>A plate bevelling machine will improve the working conditions in your fab shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Safer for operators.<br><\/strong>Grinding produces harmful dust and needs special extraction requirements due to it&#8217;s flammability.<br>The force and vibration when using a grinding machine can have adverse affects on the body.<br>Constant, repetitive tremor through the hands with a grinder will cause side effects into retirement.<br>Using a plate bevelling machine will eliminate these risks, as the machine does all the work.<br>To find out more about the hazards of grinding, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airpurificationinc.com\/grinding-metals\/\">click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Improved efficiency.<\/strong><br>The wide range of tooling available for plate bevelling machines greatly improves the process efficiency.<br>Enabling plate bevelling at multiple angles and for different materials.<br>Utilising just one machine for multiple tasks, makes everything much simpler!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2019-06-18-14.00.05.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2019-06-18-14.00.05-576x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Plate Bevelling Machine Gullco KBM-28\" class=\"wp-image-10232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2019-06-18-14.00.05-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2019-06-18-14.00.05-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2019-06-18-14.00.05-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2019-06-18-14.00.05-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/2019-06-18-14.00.05.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gullco KBM-28 Plate Bevelling Machine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We buy and sell new and used plate bevelling machines Worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click here for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/gullcowelding.aspx?keyword=plate%20bevel\">current availability<\/a>, or send us details of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westermans.com\/wanted.aspx\">machine you&#8217;re selling<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Weld preparation can be the difference between an efficient process that makes money, or a labour-intensive, barely breaking even operation. 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