Content tagged with "protection"

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January 15, 2008

Welding helmets in view Lincoln Electric's VISTA Choosing the right welding helmet is not as easy as it once was. Technology advances have turned these once simple pieces of protective equipment into smart, lightweight safety devices that, in some cases, can adapt their settings automatically to accommodate... Read more...

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January 16, 2003

Keeping an eye on safety: how to protect welders from eye injuries Welders and those who perform welding-related functions make up nearly 10 percent of the manufacturing work force, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Of these nearly 2 million workers, BLS estimates that more than 365,000 become victims of work-related eye injuries each... Read more...

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September 26, 2002

Tooling: Lube it or lose it Many variables affect tool wear in stamping operations. Just a few of them are: Lubricant properties. Lubricant application and control. Material. Tooling. Lubricant Properties Most metal forming operations use lubricants to protect the tooling and part from excessive wear caused by... Read more...

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September 26, 2002

Saving face: What to look for in safety eyewear and facial protection Common workplace hazards that metal fabricators encounter can pose a danger to their eyes. According to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA, www.osha.gov ), an estimated nine out of 10 occupation-related eye injuries can be prevented with the use of proper safety... Read more...

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March 14, 2002

The basics of eye and face protection for welders To ensure workplace health and safety, both employees and employers need to recognize hazards and prevent accidents. This is especially true for those who work in welding. Welders face a range of work-related hazards daily, from dangerous fumes to burns from harmful bright light or molten... Read more...

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