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Cleaner Air, Safer Workspaces: The Importance of Air Quality Systems
Create a safer shop environment where employees breathe easier thanks to optimizations in airflow and fume extraction systems. The post Cleaner Air, Safer Workspaces: The Importance of Air Quality Systems appeared first on Fabricating & Metalworking.
By placing a priority on modern air quality systems, you protect not only your employees but boost productivity throughout your shop. Cleaner air and reduced exposure to harmful contaminants fosters a culture of safety and well-being that benefits your metalworking business.
A New Standard in Ambient Air Cleaning
Airflow Systems, Inc. (Dallas, TX) has launched the G-Series Free Hanging Media Filter System — an innovative, plug and play ambient air cleaner engineered to deliver superior air quality in industrial and commercial environments. The G-Series is designed to combat airborne dust and contaminants using a multi-stage, non-electrostatic filtration system that supports both cleanable and disposable filters. With up to four filtration stages, including high-efficiency media filters, the G-Series ensures maximum cleaning effectiveness and flexibility.
This direct-drive system offers up to 23% greater efficiency than traditional belt-driven units, significantly reducing energy consumption and maintenance. When equipped with an optional smart controller, facilities can lower energy costs by up to 70%. The modular, scalable design allows for easy ceiling or wall installation without occupying floor space, making it ideal for welding stations and more.
The G-Series comes prewired to a junction box and is available in various configurations to meet different airflow and filter capacity needs — up to 4500 CFM. Featuring nominal filter sizes and tool-free filter access, the unit ensures easy maintenance and extended filter life.
Unmatched Fume Extraction for Automated MIG Welding
FumeVac, a brand of Hastings Air Energy Control, Inc. (New Berlin, WI), introduces the Auto-Flex and Auto-Direct 500 automatic MIG welding torches — engineered to deliver superior fume extraction and high-performance welding in industrial environments. Designed with rugged materials and advanced airflow engineering, these torches offer unmatched fume capture efficiency, helping facilities meet ACGIH and OSHA air quality standards while maintaining a cleaner, safer workspace.
The Auto-Torch line supports high-amperage applications up to 500A with a 100% duty cycle, making it ideal for circumferential and longitudinal welds across all industries. Available in two models, the Auto-Direct 500 connects directly to the wire feed head, while the Auto-Flex 500 offers flexible lengths from 2’-to-10’ for remote wire feeder connections. Both models feature 180° and 45° neck options for versatile access and mounting.
The Auto-Torch is integrated with high-vacuum extraction systems. Enhanced by super-cooling effects at elevated welding parameters, internal components operate at lower temperatures for extended life.
New Central High Vacuum Extraction Solution
Nederman Division North America’s (Charlotte, NC) upgraded PAK-M central high vacuum extraction solution is engineered for optimal performance. It supports multiple extraction points, ensuring consistent airflow for simultaneous users. It effectively manages weld fumes, dust, and particulate matter, making it an ideal solution for both housekeeping and weld fume extraction.
This advanced version prioritizes energy efficiency and user safety through intelligent airflow control, delivering reliable capture under varying conditions. Compliant with the latest health and safety standards, including ISO 21904, the PAK-M helps mitigate workplace risks.
The high vacuum dust collector units are designed for efficient extraction and filtration of welding fumes, grinding dust, sanding residue, granulate, grit or swarf. With options for indoor and outdoor installation and a detachable control module, the PAK-M adapts to diverse operational needs. Equipped for IoT integration, the range is fully compatible with Nederman Insight, enabling digital monitoring and cloud connectivity. The PAK-M also features advanced monitoring systems, overheat protection, spark deterrence and smart alerts.
Portable Source Capture for Manual Welding
The Fume Eliminator
from RoboVent (New Baltimore, MI) is designed for on-torch extraction or close source capture for manual welding. It stands at 33 lbs. and 32” L-x-9” W-x-16” H. This powerful unit has a high performance filtration into a plug-and-play design with little-to-no setup needed. The Fume Eliminator can be placed on or below the work space for on-demand weld fume control. Its portable fit makes it ideal for flexible work environments without compromising air quality.
Whether you’re handling a single welding workstation or spot-extraction in hard-to-reach areas, this unit delivers a targeted, efficient performance. Its variable-speed motor ensures optimal suction to meet the requirements for the on-torch extraction for fume guns that require up to 18kPA (2.6 PSI) at the connection point. The included hose and nozzle are best utilized for close source capture. With a MERV 14 cartridge filter, the Fume Eliminator can filter up to 99.7% of weld fume. Compact and efficient, the product is the company’s smallest and lightest portable fume extractor yet.
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