News, Innovations and Case Studies

See what we’re up to at JEI Solutions from the latest drilling and cutting innovations, exhibitions and events and more.

Best Practice Guide To Drilling & Countersinking Hardox

POSTED BY / 9th June 2026

A customer recently sent us this video showing the successful drilling of a 26mm Ø hole through a 25 mm thick Hardox 400 (Acier 400) wear plate using our Endurance Plus cutter. Hardox 400 is specifically designed to resist wear and abrasion, making it one of the more demanding materials to machine. To achieve the best results, the drill was carefully set up with all column movement eliminated, cutting fluid fed directly through the cutter head, and the machine run at approximately 200 RPM.

The Countdown Is On To WES Industrial & Welding Supplies Open Days

POSTED BY / 8th June 2026

We are excited to be exhibiting at the WES Industrial & Welding Supplies Open Days next week and can't wait to meet customers, partners, and fabrication professionals from across the region.

Cut Faster Last Longer & Perform Better With TCT Hole Saws

POSTED BY / 5th June 2026

JEI TCT Hole Saws are engineered with premium tungsten carbide-tipped teeth to power through the toughest metals with ease.

BM-6C Cordless Bevelling & Radius Machine

POSTED BY / 3rd June 2026

Compact - Cordless - Powerful. Meet the BM-6C, our lightweight, battery-powered solution for bevelling plate, pipe, and contoured profiles with precision and ease. Designed for fabricators who need precision, portability, and flexibility on the job, the BM-6C delivers professional edge preparation wherever it's needed.

JEI Supporting Mellis Welding Supplies In Ipswich

POSTED BY / 1st June 2026

We were very happy to be supporting our valued distributor, Mellis Welding Supplies Ltd, at the Suffolk Show in Ipswich over the last few days. We had a great day out meeting the team and getting hands-on with some of our cutter sets, 14" Metal Saw, and Magnetic Drills. A great opportunity to see our equipment up close.

Flush Welds With A Perfect Finish & No Grinding Drama

POSTED BY / 26th May 2026

Meet the WS-30 Weld Shaver, the portable weld finishing machine built for serious fabrication work. Designed to remove weld seams up to 11 mm high and 30 mm wide, the WS-30 delivers a smooth, distortion-free finish fast, with low noise and low vibration to keep operators comfortable.

Still Welding Everything By Hand When There is a Smarter Way?

POSTED BY / 22nd May 2026

At JEI, we don’t just supply magnetic drills, we also supply automated welding tractors designed to help fabricators weld faster, more consistently, and with less operator fatigue. Whether you’re tackling long seams, repetitive welds, or large fabrication projects, welding automation can make a huge difference to productivity and weld quality.

Need Specialist Fabrication Equipment Without The Upfront Investment?

POSTED BY / 19th May 2026

At JEI Hire, we make it easy to access the right machine for your next project. Whether it’s a one-off job, and on-going project, extra capacity during busy periods, or you want to try before you buy, we’ve got industrial equipment available on flexible weekly hire.

Need A Lightweight Magnetic Drill That Still Delivers Serious Performance?

POSTED BY / 12th May 2026

Meet the NEW Turbo™ 35+ from JEI Solutions. Sleek, lightweight, and versatile. Designed for practical, everyday hole-making with the reliability you expect from JEI.

Introducing The MAGBEAST PRO-152TP

POSTED BY / 7th May 2026

The MAGBEAST PRO-152TP is a purpose-built powerhouse designed to dominate pipe drilling and tapping applications. Based on the industry-proven PRO-152T, the new TP model takes performance even further with a modified base featuring dual permanent magnets, giving the machine the ability to lock securely onto curved surfaces with incredible holding power.