Welding dust, fumes, gases, and other pollutants generated during the welding process can have a serious effect on the health of those working in a welding environment. These range from nausea and dizziness, and eye, nose, and throat irritations, to severe lung and respiratory problems, cancer, and even death. This is why it is vital for every welding workshop to have … [Read more...]
Filter Table Extraction for Welding
The Kemper America Filter Table is an affordable combination of working table and welding smoke extraction filter unit. The large work surface allows for effective welding and grinding with low to medium levels of smoke and dust. A durable steel housing with anti corrosive powder coat finish, and industrial heavy duty stands make this unit suitable for even the … [Read more...]
Why is Welding Fume Extraction So Important?
The Max-Planck-Institute for Chemistry estimates that 3.3 million people die every year worldwide, due to the effects of fine dust. By 2050, this number may rise to up to 6.6 million. The world health organization classes fine dust as a direct cause of lung cancer. Another study published by in Environmental Health Perspectives, looked closely at air quality in the … [Read more...]
International Cancer Researchers Say Welding Smoke is Carcinogenic
Welding smoke is definitely carcinogenic according to international researchers. This puts it into the same risk category as cigarette smoking and several radioactive substances like plutonium and components of deadly chromium IV. Up until now, welding smoke has only been classified as “possibly” carcinogenic. Increasing Risks of Welding Smoke We’ve known for … [Read more...]
The Best High Vacuum Units for Welding Fume Extraction
Whichever welding process is used there will always be some level of dust, smoke, and fumes in the air. Long-term the inhalation of these pollutants are potentially hazardous to all those working in the welding environment and can lead to all kinds of diseases and chronic conditions. Extraction and filtration units are commonly used to remove welding smoke and … [Read more...]
CleanAir Tower Improves Productivity and Reduces Employment Costs
There is absolutely no argument that clean air is a legal requirement in every working environment. But does clean air really improve productivity and reduce employment costs? The short answer is yes! People cannot live a healthy lifestyle if air is polluted. But if they can breathe clean air, they can operate the way nature intended. Ultimately, productivity … [Read more...]
Cutting Edge High Vacuum Units for Welding Fume Extraction
One of the welding industry’s most basic needs is for welding fume extraction systems. Without them, everyone working near welding operations is going to be exposed to what could be deadly fumes. There are many different types of units available for this purpose, and the one you choose will depend on your needs. But recently high-vacuum extraction has become … [Read more...]
How Our Welding Fume Extraction Equipment Makes Welding Workshops Safe and Healthy
Proper planning and the correct welding fume extraction equipment is key to making welding workshops safe and healthy. Regardless of the cutting and welding procedures carried out, workstations should be ergonomic, and they must meet stringent health and safety requirements. If the proper precautions are taken, welding is a safe occupation. If health and safety … [Read more...]
SmartMaster and ProfiMaster Mobile Filters now Available for Rental
The welding fume experts, Kemper America now have mobile filters available for rental. So instead of investing capital in equipment, they become part of the company’s running costs. There are currently two mobile filter models available for rent, both of which will extract welding fumes, particulate matter and welding smoke from the air and ensure that clean air is … [Read more...]
In-Depth Look at the FilterMaster – Source Extraction vs Full Room Ventilation
The fumes that are generated during fusion welding contain contaminants and gases that are potentially hazardous to all those working in the welding environment. Some fumes are more toxic than others, and it is vital that employers ensure that there is sufficient fresh air in welding workshops and work areas to counter any ill effects. In most other working … [Read more...]
