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National Welding Month: Welding Facts and Trivia

Some Interesting Welding Facts As We Recognize National Welding Month   Welding started in the Bronze Age when people first began using different types of metals. Blacksmiths mastered the art of forge welding, or heating pieces of metal to red heat and then...

The Dangers of Phosgene Exposure [Infographic]

This brief infographic describes the dangers of phosgene exposure. Phosgene is a potentially deadly gas that should be avoided at all costs. Phosgene gas is created when heat is applied to brake cleaner, making it a potential hazard to welders. While a dust and...

Dust Collector Valves: Hidden Damage and Costs?

Does everything with your dust collector look like it's working properly? That doesn’t mean there aren’t problems you can’t see. Dust collector valves are often the culprits of hidden costs due to internal damage. In this photo, the diaphragm from a valve clearly...

Aluminum Fire In Dust Collector Caused by Dust Buildup

In January 2019, a facility in Indiana reported an aluminum fire. The company produces aluminum alloys for the auto industry. The fire resulted from highly combustible aluminum dust that had accumulated in the building. The facility had a sprinkler system that...