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Welding health risk - exposure to dangerous welding fume

2016-10-20

For a welder, professionalism is not just about being able to weld efficiently. It is also about knowing the risks of the job and knowing how to work safely and with good equipment. Various methods are used for welding. No matter which method is used there are risks relating to fire, fumes and radiation. Hazardous substances in welding fumes, for example, can be reduced by adjusting the welding parameters and selecting a welding method.

Safe and reliable solutions for handling combustible dust

2016-09-29

Explosive or potentially explosive atmospheres occur in a wide variety of workplaces where process dust comprises fine aluminium dust, organic powders or other similar substances. They can also be found where flammable gases or fumes derived from chemicals or petroleum products are present. The consequences of explosions can be extensive. Besides causing direct injuries to employees, filter systems can be ruptured and contaminated air recirculated, with subsequent health risks.

3 easy steps to replace the filter in your mobile dust and fume extractor

2016-08-18

You have already got the world’s finest equipment for extraction of dust and welding fumes. However, like any filter, the filter cartridge needs replacing from time to time. Typically, a dust or welding fume filter cartridge should be replaced within a year for the equipment to maintain full capacity. Which is why you got it in the first place, right?

When at-source welding fume extraction is not enough

2016-08-04

Capture at source is always the best option when it comes to reducing the amount of welding smoke and fume in the air. However, there are situations when it is impossible or impractical to work with source capture solutions, for example welding on large objects or in situations where ducting would interfere with moving of lifting equipment.