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NFPA 660: Big Changes Ahead for NFPA Compliance
NFPA 660 Is Here. What Does That Mean for You? The National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) has updated and consolidated
National Asthma Awareness Month: Help Your Employees Breathe Easy
Welding fumes and metalworking dusts put employees at risk for asthma and other respiratory problems. Are you doing everything you can to protect your
What’s the Big Deal About Respirable Crystalline Silica?
OSHA’s new standards for respirable crystalline silica (RCS) for general industry go into effect June 23, 2018. How dangerous is RCS, anyway? And how
Are You Ready for New Respirable Crystalline Silica Standards?
OSHA’s new general industry standard for respirable crystalline silica (RCS) will be enforced starting June 23, 2018. Are you ready? If you’re not sure,
Meeting OSHA PELs for Manganese Exposure
Manganese is one of the most common elements welders and metalworkers are exposed to—and one of the most problematic. This soft, silvery metal, used
Celebrating National Welding Month: Attracting Fresh Talent with a Breath of Fresh Air
Welders do the work that holds our world together. From airplanes to medical devices, many of the products we rely on in our modern
Air Quality Options for the Automotive Industry
There are many different production applications used in automotive manufacturing, ranging from robotic welding to rubber processing. But how do you know which air
Clean Air and the Automotive Industry
There’s nothing better than that new car smell—but a lot of dust, smoke and fumes go into creating every shiny new vehicle on the
Manganism: What Every Welder Should Know
Manganese is an essential nutrient, found in many over-the-counter multivitamins as well as healthy foods like whole grain breads and leafy greens. So how
Five Ways to Reduce Cadmium Exposure in the Workplace
Respirable cadmium dust can have significant health effects for workers. But there are simple steps that employers can take to reduce exposure to dangerous
Worried About Cadmium Exposure? Here’s What You Should Know
Is cadmium used in your materials or processes? Then your employees may be at risk for cadmium toxicity. Here’s what employers should know about
Troubleshooting 101: Using the Right Amount of Filter Media
Air quality systems are essential for keeping workers safe and making sure your facility complies with air quality regulations. The last thing you need
New Fume Guns Give Welders a Shot at Healthier Work Environments
By Jaret Cameron, Technical Director of Welding Processes It’s a Dirty Job Most welders will tell you the conditions they work in are less
