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With increasing pressure from federal fuel efficiency standards and consumer demand for vehicles with higher miles per gallon ratings, motor companies are looking for ways to “reinvent the wheel”. In response to this demand, Ford Motor Company unveiled their new 2015 aluminum-bodied F-150 pickup truck (pictured to the left). By replacing the existing steel body… Learn More
Local pharmacy impressed by Containment Hood, Technical Knowledge
A local pharmacy in Houston, TX recently purchased one of our Ductless Containment Hoods for their specialty compounding application. Like most compounding applications, their process generates fine powder-like particulate consisting of a variety of medication. Without a source of air capture and filtration this particulate becomes airborne and may be inhaled by pharmacists or technicians;… Learn More
Lab hoods in simulated pharmacies should be high-fidelity and cost-effective
From astronauts to big rig drivers, computer-simulated work environments are key to their professional success. Other professions also use simulated work environments but they do not rely solely on computers. Pharmacy simulation training Simulation-based training can increase therapeutic knowledge and enhance student performance in a risk-free environment.1 For example, many university pharmacy schools use computerized… Learn More
Controlling Harmful Fumes during Shoe Repair and Leather Refinishing
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2012 there were approximately 5,750 people employed in the Shoe and Leather Workers and Repairers industry. During a typical day, these workers are exposed to a host of chemical vapors and particulate generated during the repair and refinishing process. Whether it is the rubber cement and… Learn More
Technical Education Center Protects Students’ Lungs with Welding Fume Extractors
Sentry Air Systems recently provided a Technical Education Center with fume extraction systems for their welding students to use during classes and training. The center provides hands-on courses for a variety of welding techniques including Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding… Learn More
Controlling Hazardous Fumes during the Electroplating Process
Electroplating is a metal finishing process in which an object is covered with a metal coating. This process changes the chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of the work piece and helps protect the object from abrasion or corrosion. Additional benefits may include lubricity, wear resistance, solderability, added material thickness and various aesthetic qualities. Many types… Learn More
McMaster University solar car team puts our solder fume extractor to good use
In November of this year, we posted the McMaster University solar car team’s quest for a solder fume extractor. We happily donated a Floor Sentry Model # SS-200-FS Portable Fume Extractor to help the team develop a new car. Recently, the team sent a few photos of the fume extractor in their workshop. We’re excited… Learn More
Custom compounding hoods for veterinary pharmacy
Similar to non-sterile pharmaceutical compounding for human medication, veterinary pharmacists use their vast knowledge and technical skill to create custom medications for each of their animal patients. One popular option is encapsulated medication, where a drug in powder form is enclosed in a non-flavored, hard, gelatinous shell that is easy for animals to swallow. These… Learn More
Controlling Styrene Fume Exposure in the Manufacturing Sector
Styrene is a group of substances known as the volatile organic compounds and is a critical component to a multitude of products. Styrene enables manufactured products to deliver highly sought after benefits, including strength, durability, comfort and safety. Common uses of styrene include: Rigid food and drink storage containers Appliance housings Automobile body parts Wind… Learn More
Testimonial: Kingpin Tattoo Supply uses welding and solder fume extractors
Florida’s Kingpin Tattoo provides equipment and supplies to tattoo professionals. They manufacture their own line of tattoo equipment and also offer medical and piercing supplies.in Tattoo provides equipment and supplies to tattoo professionals. Their product line includes tattoo machines, inks, chairs, design collections – everything a tattoo shop might need. The company’s business model… Learn More