Welding in vehicle body construction: The most important facts and protective measures

Metal construction: The four most important occupational safety measures for welding

When it comes to occupational health and safety in metal construction companies, it is important to identify and eliminate a large number of potential dangers. One of the biggest sources of danger: Welding work and the pollutants it produces. Effective protective welding equipment with an individual mix of measures is the tool of choice to protect employees. The choice of appropriate measures depends on several factors.

Occupational health and safety in chemical plant construction: 7 measures for effective welding fume extraction

Welding processes are elementary in chemical plant construction. But large parts and changing workplaces pose special challenges for occupational health and safety. Welding fume extraction is of particular importance for protecting the employees. Further measures are recommended for the sector.

Safe welding workshops: Proper planning and equipment are crucial

Welding work harbors numerous risks and requires specific precautions. Therefore, the establishment of welding workshops has to be planned carefully. Employers must not only consider economic management,  but their focus has to specifically be on ergonomic workstations which meet health … >> more

Effective health and safety management in welding processes: essential guidelines

Wie Schweißrauchabsaugung funkioniert, erklärt die VDMA-Broschüre "Schweißen ohne Rauch".

Welding operations make up a large group of issues which comprise a variety of procedures, rules and regulations. The range of available brochures and data sheets is quite extensive and somewhat confusing. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) of Great … >> more

How an effective extraction system works

Schweißrauch absaugen richtet sich auch nach den örtlichen Gegebenheiten.

Extraction and filter technology for an effective occupational safety requires foundational planning. This checklist for welding fume extraction indicates which factors play a role. Plug it in, place the suction arm on the welding seam, and voila, done with occupational … >> more