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optrel e3000 PAPR system now available with e684 welding helmet

Welders can work more comfortably and efficiently in environments that require respiratory protection

June 10, 2015

optrel inc., the global innovator of autodarkening technology for welding helmets, announces the addition of the e684 helmet to its e3000 powered air purifying respiratory (PAPR) system. This new helmet/PAPR combination marries the most advanced autodarkening filter (ADF) lens technology and optics with a highly innovative, ergonomically designed PAPR system.

Trouble controlling welding fumes?

Dense clouds, complaints & failing filters are warning signs

Greg Schreier Jon Ladwig

June 1, 2015

Keeping welding fumes to a minimum in the shop is essential for protecting people, property and productivity.

Top products of the week

May 17, 2015

Innovative bump caps, a chest harness that keeps communication equipment handy and new cut protection gloves are this week’s top OSH-related products featured on ISHN.com

New optrel weldcap Bump Cap provides additional head protection for welders and metal fabricators

Weldcap combines the comfort and fit of a baseball cap with the full protection of an ADF welding helmet

May 15, 2015

optrel, the global innovator of autodarkening filter technology for welding helmets, offers welders and metal fabricators who require basic head protection a new alternative with the weldcap bump cap. This new model incorporates a bump cap installed inside of the optrel weldcap.

Heavily-insulated long-cuff stick welding glove

May 6, 2015

Revco Industries is pleased to announce their new 21” long-cuff stick welding glove made for heavy welding and pipeline welding. Unlike traditional welding gloves, the GS1321 boasts an extra-long padded RestPatch® for unparalleled comfort during sustained periods of welding, as well as heavy insulation all the way up the back of the cuff for superior protection against heat.

What about those weld fumes: How to manage the hierarchy of controls

Al Hilbert Stephanie Lowney

May 1, 2015

Understanding the type and concentration of weld fume in a facility is the first step in either maintaining or achieving compliance.

Optrel launches new web shop

Welders and metal fabricators in the U.S. and Canada are now one-click away from optrel welding helmets and replacement parts

April 21, 2015

Optrel, the global innovator of autodarkening filter technology for welding helmets, is making it easier for welders, metal fabricators, and DIY enthusiasts in the United States and Canada to purchase new welding helmets and accessories through the launch of a new web shop – www.optrel.com/usa.

OSHA’s proposed update of eye and face protection standards could affect older arc flash shields

Hugh Hoagland

April 17, 2015

OSHA proposes to update references to include the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard Z87.1-2010, and to change the language in the standards for construction to match the language in both maritime and general industry.

Excellence in Welding: Call for nominations goes out

April 13, 2015

The American Welding Society (AWS) and WEMCO, an association of welding manufacturers, and a standing committee of AWS, have issued a call for nominations for the 2015 Excellence in Welding Awards. The awards, previously known as the Image of Welding Awards, recognize outstanding contributions to the welding industry.