A man was killed in an explosion at a welding shop in Dayton. Authorities were notified of the incident about 9 a.m. at Crystal Welding and "are treating it as a tragic accident," said City Administrator Bob Derus.
Q. What is a fume plume? A. A fume plume is the clearly visible column of fume that rises directly from the spot of welding or cutting. Welders and cutters should take precautions to avoid breathing this area directly.
General hazards of welding include impact, penetration, harmful dust, smoke, fumes, heat and light radiation. Welding “smoke” is a mixture of very fine particles (fumes) and gases. Many of the substances in the smoke can be extremely toxic.
Like other jobs or careers, welders must wear suitable protective equipment. In general, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must protect against hazards such as burns, sparks, spatter, electric shock, and radiation.
Sparks and spatter fly off from the welding arc. Hot metal and sparks blow out from the cutting flame. The workpiece and equipment get hot. The flying sparks and hot metal, slag, spatter, hot workpiece, and hot equipment can cause burns. Additionally, arc rays can cause radiation burns.
Electric shock from welding and cutting equipment can result in death or severe burns. Additionally, serious injury can occur if the welder falls as a result of the shock.
Autodarkening helmet features shade level 2.5 in light state and grind mode
October 8, 2015
optrel inc., the global innovator of autodarkening lens technology for welding helmets, announces the introduction of the new optrel vegaview2.5 autodarkening welding helmet. The vegaview2.5 sets the world record for brightest view in light state with a shade level 2.5.
Equipment Today, the nationally recognized equipment magazine serving commercial construction contractors, has selected the optrel e684 autodarkening welding helmet as one of the favored new construction products of 2015!
Revco Industries is pleased to announce their new GM1510-WT ultra-soft goatskin MIG welding glove that’s strong enough for MIG welding, but with enough dexterity for TIG welding as well. The soft goatskin palm is designed to reduce fatigue and provide better gun control while the lined cowhide back offers heat protection and durability. The glove also features Revco’s signature DragPatch® side reinforcement for extra abrasion resistance and heat insulation while the hand is resting on or sliding across a welding surface.