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Safety - Page 48
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All-in-one, lightweight unit offers high respiratory protection
- Jun 7, 2017
- Product Release
Suhner Industrial Products has introduced the Power Air Respiratory System e3000 for use in high-grit grinding and polishing operations. The system, in combination with the e3000H lightweight helmet, offers operators high respiratory protection from the effects of smoke, dust, and vapor. Variable...
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MetalTek Wisconsin Centrifugal reaches 2 million-hour safety milestone
- Jun 1, 2017
- News Release
MetalTek Intl., a supplier of alloy components for high-temperature, severe-wear, and harsh corrosive environments, has announced that its Wisconsin Centrifugal Division has surpassed 2 million labor-hours worked without a lost-time incident at its Waukesha, Wis., operations. This safety record has...
- From The Fabricator
System provides clean, dry air for spraying paints
- May 30, 2017
- Product Release
Martech Services Co. offers the model 50-WB, which has all the features of the model 50 quality air breathing systems, plus the ability to lower the dew point and relative humidity for spraying waterborne paints. The system can process up to 50 SCFM of breathable air or 35 SCFM of ultraclean,...
- From The Fabricator
Welding helmet’s improved optics give realistic view of weld puddle
- May 29, 2017
- Product Release
The new 3M™ Speedglas™ welding helmet 9002NC combines features of the Speedglas 9000 with new optics and a modern look for everyday working conditions. The improved optics provide a light, realistic view to help allow better control of the weld puddle. Built-in exhaust vents help reduce lens...
- From The Fabricator
Safe I/O module provides signal acquisition and communication
- May 19, 2017
- Product Release
The new BNI IOF safe I/O module from Balluff combines automation and safety engineering, connecting to the IO-Link master so that almost any safety device can be connected to the module. This setup provides both sensor/actuator details and safety information. A system that is open to the sensor...
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Infrared temperature sensor detects, monitors hot objects
- May 18, 2017
- Product Release
Balluff‘s infrared temperature sensor allows monitoring of hot objects without contact in inaccessible or harsh environments. Housed in an M30 stainless steel housing with IP67 protection, the sensor features a multifunction display with autorotation. The IO-Link interface enables such features...
- From The Fabricator
Cut resistance increased in safety gloves
- May 9, 2017
- Product Release
Ergodyne has strengthened the cut resistance in its Trades Gloves series. The Armortex®-backed palm on the new ProFlex® 812CR6 Utility + Cut Resistance gloves delivers enhanced protection from cut, slash, and puncture without significant loss of dexterity or flexibility. The cut-resistant...
- From The Fabricator
Sellstrom to relocate in Illinois
- Apr 27, 2017
- News Release
Safety product provider Sellstrom will be relocating its manufacturing and distribution operations, warehouse, and head office from Schaumburg, Ill., to a new, 100,000-sq.-ft. facility in Elgin, Ill. The new location will be fully automated with a warehouse management system, allowing for same-day...
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Welding fume extraction equipment market to be worth $5.9 billion by 2025
- Apr 19, 2017
- News Release
The global welding fume extraction equipment market is expected to reach $5.9 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research Inc., San Francisco. Mandatory health and safety workplace regulations and increasing demand from end-use industries such as construction, automotive, and...
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National Steel City receives Triangle Safety Award
- Apr 19, 2017
- News Release
National Steel City (NSC), Plymouth, Mich., a structural/mechanical erector to the power industry, has been awarded its second Triangle Safety Award from U.S. utility Southern Co. for outstanding construction safety performance on its projects in 2016. In 2016, NSC achieved a total recordable...
- From The Fabricator
Noncontact magnetic switches monitor safety guards, movable barrier guards
- Apr 19, 2017
- Product Release
Rockford Systems LLC has introduced a line of noncontact magnetic switches that help ensure a machine's chip deflection shield is properly positioned between the operator and machine's point-of-operation hazard while running. If a shield is out of position, the switch prevents the machine from...
- From The Fabricator
Camfil APC waives fee for comprehensive dust collection training program
- Apr 12, 2017
- News Release
Jonesboro, Ark.-based Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC), a manufacturer of dust, mist and fume collection equipment, will waive the $1,195 fee for its training programs scheduled for June 6-7 and Sept. 12-13 as part of its commitment to industrial safety. The two-day training sessions include...
- From The Fabricator
Welding helmet design inspired by classic hot rods
- Apr 6, 2017
- Product Release
Lincoln Electric has introduced the VIKING™ 3350 Series, the Hot Rodders™ concept, inspired by classic hot rod cars. The hand-drawn artwork’s vibrant color scheme blends various welding and hot rod-inspired themes. The helmet provides optical clarity at EN379 1/1/1/1 levels with the...
- From The Fabricator
Stainless steel hinges feature integrated safety switches
- Apr 4, 2017
- Product Release
J.W. Winco Inc. now offers 316L stainless steel GN 139.5 hinges with integrated safety switches. The RoHS-compliant hinges are designed for use in monitoring doors and covers of machines and equipment. Opening the door activates the switch contacts, causing an interruption in a protective circuit...
- From The Fabricator
Global welding respiratory systems market to grow 5.43 percent from 2017-2021
- Apr 4, 2017
- News Release
Research and Markets has released the “Global Welding Respiratory Systems Market 2017-2021” report, which predicts the market will grow at a CAGR of 5.43 percent from now until 2021. According to the report, ergonomically designed respiratory protection will contribute to market growth, as will...
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