When fume extraction supplier ULT LLC entered the U.S. market in early 2017, the company promised to plant a tree for every unit sold in the U.S. On May 17, 2019, ULT fulfilled that commitment by supporting the planting of native tree and shrub seedlings in Mequon, Wis., where the company is based....

Air Systems Intl. has introduced two new 12-in. certified explosion-proof axial fans, model numbers CVF-12EXP and CVF-12EX22. The lightweight conductive polyethylene fans are designed to accommodate a variety of applications and demanding job site conditions in hazardous locations. The 115-VAC,...

Kemper has expanded its line of air pollution control products for small welding companies with sporadic welding and low levels of welding fumes. The CleanAirTower SF 5000 and SF 9000 models are general ventilation systems with storage filters for use as supplements to source extraction. They offer...

The AirPlus® powered air-purifying respirator from ArcOne® is a motorized, battery-operated system that blows a constant supply of fresh, filtered air over the wearer’s face. It creates a positive pressure inside the respirator head top, keeping out welding fumes and particulates. The...

Summer’s almost here, and it can be a bit dangerous. Workplace injuries rise in the summer months, so this is a good time for manufacturing and metal fabrication companies to slip an extra reminder or two into regular safety briefings.

SureWerx USA, based in Vancouver, B.C., and Elgin, Ill., has named Christian Wiltrout as president. He has more than 20 years of experience in the industrial distribution market. Wiltrout previously served as president, Americas, with Optimas OE Solutions, president of Sundberg America, and senior...

The AirPlus® powered air-purifying respirator system from ArcOne creates a positive pressure inside the respirator head top, keeping out harmful welding fumes and particulates. The motorized, battery-operated system blows a constant supply of fresh, filtered air over the face. The system’s most...

Optrel has introduced a system that comprises a crystal2.0 welding helmet and an e3000 powered air-purifying respirator. The system delivers eye protection, visual clarity, and safety against airborne particulates for workers during welding or grinding operations. The NIOSH-approved system protects...

OSHA has announced the availability of $10.5 million in Susan Harwood Training Grants for nonprofit organizations. The Harwood Training Grant program supports in-person, hands-on training for workers and employers in small businesses; industries with high injury, illness, and fatality rates; and...

Diamond Ground Products offers Monster™ GTAW nozzles, suitable for use in welding exotic materials such as titanium, INCONEL® alloy, Hastelloy®, and Monel®. The lightweight, compact nozzles are designed to deliver a coherent stream of shield gas to help improve welding quality and consistency,...