The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology has published a research report that confirms welders are highly susceptible to pneumococcal pneumonia infection. The research study found that mild steel welding fumes have “high oxidative potential” and increase the ability of pneumococci (a type of bacteria) to adhere to and infect lower airway … [Read more...]

All workers in the USA, including welders, have a legal right to a safe and healthy workplace. And if employers do not take responsibility for welder health and safety, workers may exercise their rights and raise any concerns they have. If there is an injury of any sort in the workplace, they may also report the incident to the authorities. Welding and related … [Read more...]

Metal fume fever is a temporary condition with flu-like symptoms. The symptoms are fairly general, ranging from chills and fever, to fatigue, muscle aches and joint pain, and often nausea with some vomiting. Some people hallucinate and some experience convulsions in addition to the non-specific symptoms. It happens quite quickly after inhaling zinc oxide fumes, … [Read more...]

Welding fumes and gases don’t usually cause instant health problems. But when welders are exposed to these constantly, over time, effects may become cumulative, particularly when the occupational exposure limits (OELs) are exceeded. Ultimately, prolonged exposure to welding fumes can kill, and welders need to be protected. While OELs are part and parcel of health … [Read more...]

While not all welders get sick as a result of welding smoke and fumes, the health risks they face can lead to both short-term and permanent health conditions. These range from relatively minor throat and lung infections and usually short-lived metal fume fever to asthma, pneumonia and cancer. Internationally welding fume is classified as potentially carcinogenic, … [Read more...]

Kemper GmbH’s hugely effective welding ventilation system, the CleanAirTower, has received a prestigious award for the best welding product at Poland’s recent STOM trade fair. The award result was decided by an independent panel of experts that scored Kemper’s cutting-edge tower the best of all welding products on show. The deciding factor was ultimately the … [Read more...]

Welding fumes kill, and there is really only one way to get rid of them… and that’s by using an effective welding fume removal system the will get rid of smoke and fumes. Awareness of the Dangers of Welding Gases and Fumes is Vital Welding processes produce gases and fumes, all of which are extremely hazardous. While we can see some fumes (most of which look … [Read more...]

Welding fumes are deadly, and anyone who is working on metal surfaces doing welding, cutting, brazing, or anything that involves ”burning” metal is at risk if they don’t use proper ventilation or respiratory solutions. Because it’s no secret that welding fumes can kill, it is vital to follow accepted industry practices in terms of proper ventilation and welding … [Read more...]