Knowledge

Cancer due to welding fumes? We know that for a fact!

Every day, several million people around the world come into contact with welding fumes. It is undisputed today that the hazardous substances in welding fumes are hazardous to health – and some even carcinogenic. But it was not until 2017 ... >> more
Manfred KönningDecember 18, 20190

Danger from welding fumes: Welding processes can cause a variety of health risks

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Vaccinating against welding fumes? How welders prevent an increased risk of pneumonia

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Thermal spraying: Closed booths with extraction are essential

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Practice

Air purification technology in times of the corona virus: Are general ventilation systems still applicable?

Does the corona virus have an effect on air purification technology? This is a question safety officers are currently asking themselves: Does a general ventilation system in metal processing companies lead to viruses being able to spread even further in production? High filter efficiencies and the quality of the integrated filters indicate otherwise.
Manfred KönningApril 16, 20200

Interview: “Metal processing companies use occupational safety to fight back against lack of professional workers”

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Interview about occupational safety with a welder: “Irritation to the airways caused by welding fumes were part and parcel of the job.”

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Safe welding workshops: Proper planning and equipment are crucial

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Technology

VacuFil: The story behind the unique torch-integrated extraction system from KEMPER

KEMPER has developed a unique system for torch-integrated extraction with the digital product variants of the VacuFil series. After numerous enquiries from users and torch manufacturers, KEMPER built up a torch database with key parameters. Read the story behind the latest development from the extraction technology specialist.
Manfred KönningMarch 10, 20200

Optimum air volume flow at the welding torch: How current standardisation regulates torch extraction

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Music coming out of the welding fume extraction hood: KEMPERbeats – did I hear that correctly, Mr. Kemper?

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As close to the point as you can get: 5 reasons why welders should rely on extraction torches

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