The Hazards of Welding Smoke

The Hazards of Welding Smoke & Devices Used to Reduce Exposure Description of welding and welding smoke Welding is a process that joins two materials by melting the pieces and adding a filler material to form a strong joint when cooled. More specifically, arc welding maintains an electric arc between an electrode and the material… Learn More

Sentry Air Systems Case Study: Acetone Fume Removal

Acetone Fumes: Acetone, also known as propanone and dimethyl ketone, is the simplest example of ketone compounds and is also a very important building block in organic chemistry. It is produced and disposed of naturally in the body as a result of normal metabolic processes. The majority of acetone is produced from propylene in a… Learn More

Mini Ductless Fume Hood- 18″ Wide Portable Fume Hood

Product Spotlight: SS-218-DCH : Compact Ductless Fume Hood If you have a need for a compact ductless fume hood the Sentry Air Systems SS-218-DCH may be an excellent choice for your application. This mini fume hood features a footprint of 18″x 18′ x 18″ (I.D) and is available with several different filter media options. Filters… Learn More

Ductless Fume Hood Case Study: Toluene Vapors

Toluene Fumes: Toluene, also known as methyl benzene, is an aromatic hydrocarbon that occurs naturally at low levels in crude oil and which is also produced as a byproduct in fuel production. Its electrophilic properties make it a useful feedstock in industrial processes such as the production of TNT and polyurethanes. It is also used… Learn More

Ductless Fume Hood Case Study: Xylene Fumes

Xylene Fumes: Xylene is a name given to any one of three aromatic hydrocarbon isomers produced from crude oil. Each of the isomers is similar in its properties. There are many applications in which the use of these xylene isomers is necessary including uses such as a solvent in the leather, rubber, and printing industries…. Learn More