Welding Safety
Welding Fume Control
Did you know that very small welding fume particles can take as much as two days to reach the floor when released from a height of 1.5 metres? The single most effective option is on-torch fume extraction.
Welding particles can remain suspended in the workplace air well after the welder has stopped welding or changed tasks. Fume particles can be inhaled by the welder during and after welding, and also by anyone else entering in the workshop.
To minimise the risk to all staff, extracting the welding fume as close to the source as possible is best. Think of it like a virus – you’re trying to catch a cough or a sneeze to stop particles you can’t see. If you can control the smoke right at the arc, so capturing it at its source, you can remove almost all fume. The single most effective option is on-torch fume extraction. Because the extraction shroud is built into the welding torch it is very close to the fume source at all times – with no disruption or extra effort from the welder. It works while the welder welds.
Fume extraction torches are versatile; they are suited for any application where a regular MIG welding torch is used, TIG and mechanised torch options are also available.
Modern torches do not have the weight and cumbersomeness of the old fume extraction torches and they are designed to work without affecting the weld pool and weld quality.
ABICOR BINZEL welding fume extraction torches are close to the weight of comparable standard welding torches and the slim front ends give excellent access to almost all welding workpieces. Click on this link to learn more about ABICOR BINZEL xFUME PRO Fume Extraction Torches.
Pair the fume extraction gun you choose with an ABICOR BINZEL fume extraction system for the highest rate of extraction possible, designed for efficiency and mobility. Easy to use, safe fume extraction with the weld quality maintained at all times, what more could you want?
Call Welding Engineers (NZ) Ltd on 09 634 1949 for a demonstration of the ABICOR BINZEL fume extraction system.
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Understanding that not all workshops are the same, our articles navigate through the complexities of welding fume extraction and risk mitigation.
We go beyond the problems to provide actionable solutions and insights into the latest technologies and methods for effective welding fume extraction and control. Take a look at our latest articles covering the emerging challenge of welding fume extraction.
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Fume Control Products
BINZEL FEC Fume Extraction Unit
The ABICOR BINZEL FEC with unique cyclone technology can extract welding fumes with a high vacuum pressure of 19,000 Pa, top of the market suction output for fume extractors.
BINZEL xFUME® Advanced Fume Extraction Unit
Mobile high or low vacuum extraction system enables at-source extraction of welding fumes for maximum protective effect from toxic welding fumes.
BINZEL xFUME® PRO Fume Extraction Torches
ABICOR BINZEL leads the way with the xFUME® PRO extraction torch range; lighter, slimmer, ergonomic design with highly efficient fume capture.
TT350 PAPR Welding Helmet
The TT, Powered Air Purifying Respirator System (PAPR) delivers protection from fumes generated from arc welding, gouging, plasma cutting and grinding.
Sentinel A50 Air with Aristo Air PAPR
ESAB's Sentinel A50 welding helmet is latest technology combined with the Aristo Air Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) for high personal protection.