Source capture is among the key ways to properly manage weld fumes in order to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for workers. And when it comes to maximizing the performance and efficiency of a fume extraction system, the filter is just as important as the machine. How the fumes are filtered is critical to successful results.
Choosing the appropriate filter media for a fume extraction system can help increase productivity and profitability by lowering downtime, improving airflow and reducing filter replacement costs, among other factors. More importantly, the efficiency of the filter, in terms of minimal resistance to airflow, helps keep the fume extraction system performing at a high level, ensuring the system is effectively capturing fume and keeping it out of the welding operator’s breathing zone.