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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...
Tech School Impressed with DeltaMAXX Filters for Welding Fume
About the School and Their Challenge Located in northern Texas, the Community College offers comprehensive two-year educational programs – including a welding technology program. The school offers Associate of Art, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied...
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...
Imperial Systems Quarterly Newsletter | Issue 8
Dusty Jobs Issue 8 is here! Charlie teaches us a card game, we talk about our latest new product, the Rhino Drum, and we interview one of our engineers. If you would like a printed hard copy of this issue of the quarterly newsletter, contact your Imperial System...
How Does a Dust Collection System Work?
The CMAXX is a vertical pulse-jet dust collection system. So how does a dust collector work? What’s going on inside there, and why is it designed the way it is? The concept is basic: dirty air goes in, dust or particulate gets removed, and clean air comes out....
