fume extraction Articles
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Flexible welding fume extraction system in plant
The challenge VAM Drilling (Vallourec Mannesmann Oil & Gas Nederland BV) is located in Heerhugowaard, the Netherlands. This facility has been around for over 40 years. Approximately 20 employees are turning/welding in the plant on a daily basis. Sometimes even 24 hours a day, if projects need to meet certain deadlines. The welding and turning activities take place in two separate ...
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Mobile welding fume extractors ensure flexibility
The challenge Harsveld Apparatenbouw BV employs approx. 50 staff members, of which 35 welders. All welders are certified and ‘all-round’ (MIG/MAG, TIG, stick welding, etc.) and continuously work with diverse, mostly high-grade metals. The diversity of the welding operations results in welding fumes on many different locations. For certain assignments it’s not unusual that the ...
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10 point Weld Fume Extraction System - Case Study
In January 2019 The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) upgraded its policy on enforced control measures on fumes generated through welding. This follows an announcement from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), who classified welding fumes and UV radiation from welding as Group 1 carcinogens. Following on from these recommendations Centristic a company that designs, ...
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Healthy conditions in training centre
The challengeCENFIM’s objective is to educate highly qualified and specialised employees for the metallurgical industry in Portugal. They organise courses of various durations and at various levels. The Portuguese metal industry counts approx. 19,000 companies, employing a total of 190,000 people.In the Arcos de Valdevez training centre of CENFIM various levels of metalworking and welding ...
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Clovis Community College - Case Study
Welding Technology Instructor seeks solution for welding fumes The Problem The Clovis Community College in Clovis New Mexico is a leading welding educational institution which follows the American Welding Society’s “Schools Excelling through National Skills and Standards Education”. The program at Clovis teaches Arc, Mig, Tig welding, Oxy-Fuel Gas Cutting and welding health ...
By Diversitech
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Fort Dix combined maintenance facility features Monoxivent source capture systems
Job Name: Fort Dix Combined Maintenance Facility Location: Fort Dix, NJ Monoxivent Representative: Effective Controls East, Larry Frantz Summary: Effective Controls East, an authorized Monoxivent representative, was awarded the opportunity to provide motorized retractable hose reels, exhaust fans, and all necessary controls as specified for the new Combined Maintenance Facility at Fort Dix ...
By Monoxivent
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Baton Rouge Community College - Case Study
Downdraft Tables and Welding Booths Provide a Clean and Safe Working Environment for Students The Problem The Baton Rouge Community College AWS Welding Training Program takes individuals through a comprehensive welding with hands on training in MIG, TIG and Stick principles, working with steel and other alloys in plate and pipe configurations. The school submitted a bid to supply 26 welding ...
By Diversitech
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Spot Control of Welding Fumes: How the FumeKiller® model FK3600VEM found success as a Welding Fume Extractor
Introduction: The FumeKiller® on multiple occasions was able to prove its worth with the effective capture and control of fumes generated from industrial processes. One of the most common processes which has employed the FumeKiller® is in welding. In this post, we look into a project where the FumeKiller® was successfully implemented as a welding fume extractor. The Challenge: ...
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Using flexible extraction arms
At-source extraction protects workers in the metal industry and prevents the accumulation of welding fumes, oil mist or grinding dust in the workspace. The use of flexible extraction arms is a good method of removing dangerous fumes and dust when working on small or medium sized objects. These arms can be positioned close to the work area to capture toxic fumes, dust particles and remains of ...
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MCM 2001 Inc. - Case Study
Established in 1988 as a privately owned and operated firm based in Toronto, Ontario, Millworks Custom Manufacturing (MCM) has worked with leading architects, designers, and corporations to realize the development of custom environments for national and international brands and institutions. MCM is recognized as a leader in custom millworking and fabrication, and has established a reputation ...
By Diversitech
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The dangers of welding fumes and protecting the health of the welding operators
Introduction: Welding plays a crucial role in creating strong and durable metal joints and is a critical process in multiple industries ranging from construction and manufacturing to automotive and aerospace. However, there is a significant health risk that is posed to the operators because of the toxic fumes generated during the welding process. In this post, we explore the dangers of welding ...
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Clean and fume free environment for students
The challenge A new facility was erected at the Vredenburg Campus (South Africa) in December 2008. Ventilation was not considered in the development stage of the facility and was, therefore, very poor with only natural air flow through open doors and windows and some ‘whirlybirds’ in the roof of the building. It was clear that - with welding being the main training activity to take ...
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Frederick Community College - Case Study
Established in 1957, Frederick Community College (FCC) is located in Frederick, Maryland. Today, FCC is home to over 16,000 students and offers over 85 degree and certificate programs, as well as workforce training and continuing education to meet the needs and interests of all members of the community. The Problem As part of its Building Trades Technology program, FCC built a new Weld Training ...
By Diversitech
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The Future of Air Quality: Innovations in Industrial Pollution Control
In an era marked by heightened environmental consciousness and an increasing awareness of the detrimental impacts of air pollution, the pursuit of innovative solutions in pollution control technology has become paramount. As the world grapples with the challenges posed by deteriorating air quality, the ongoing advancements in air pollution control technology emerge as beacons of hope, promising a ...
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Different possibilities to reduce the risks of welding fumes
To extract welding fumes and protect the welder, at source ventilation is always the most efficient and safe way. In addition, all kinds of measures can be taken to reduce welding fumes and its risks.There are many systems that extract welding fumes, such as downdraft tables, extraction arms and hoods, filter systems, fans or systems to control the background concentration of welding fumes in a ...
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5 Manufacturing applications where modular industrial air filtration benefits the bottom line
In any industrial setting, cleanliness is essential to ensuring production quality and reducing operating costs. Whether you’re sanding a boat, manufacturing a jet engine, or finishing an MRAP, dust and other airborne particles can settle into every nook and cranny of your large, complex components. Tiny particulates can contaminate bolts, rivets, or screws and endanger equipment ...
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Clearing the Air for Weld Shop Productivity - Engineered Industrial Air Filtration - Case Study
Situation A North American weld shop needed a cost-effective way to isolate their robotic welding machine and contain the large clouds of indoor weld smoke that placed both employees and plant productivity at risk. PPE reduced respiratory threats, but did nothing to improve work area visibility. In addition to covering their OSHA and EPA bases, the company needed a clean air solution to: ...
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